Developed by GSC Game World, the upcoming survival game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl has been delayed to November 20 from its previous release date of September 5. The delay was announced in a video, citing the need to fix bugs or “anomalies” in the game.
In the video, the zone is teased to be “out of bounds” until the new release date, creating suspense for players. More details about the game will be revealed on August 12 during a developer deep dive, promising new footage, a quest walkthrough, and interviews.
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The game has faced a tumultuous development cycle, with its release originally planned for 2012 but now set for 2022 due to various challenges, including the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the development team based in the country.
In a compelling dev diary released in June 2022, the developers shared how their lives were disrupted by the war, leading to the relocation of the development to Prague, Czech Republic. Despite delays, the team is committed to delivering an exceptional gaming experience for fans.
Early impressions from Digital Trends’ Summer Game Fest preview suggest that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is shaping up to be an intense survival game with a unique vision. Exclusive to Xbox consoles, the game will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass upon its release.
