The journey that led to the release of GSC Game World's highly anticipated S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl has finally come to an end. What started back in 2010 has now become a reality, available on PC through Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG.com, as well as on Xbox Series and Xbox Game Pass.

CEO's Perspective on the Release

Ievgen Grygorovych, the CEO and Game Director of GSC Game World, expresses a sense of surrealism upon the release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. After more than 7 years of hard work, this game is now in the hands of players. He describes the development story as a wild and personal challenge. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 was always intended to be a truly Ukrainian product, showcasing their culture to the world. All the efforts and passion poured into this game are about to be witnessed by gamers worldwide.

Setting and World of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.

The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series unfolds in a fictional Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. The 1986 nuclear disaster at the Chernobyl Power Plant was not the only one; a second explosion hit the reactor in 2006, creating this dangerous place. It is filled with mutated creatures, deadly radiation, and a strange, anomalous energy. Bounty hunters venture deep into this zone, driven by its treasures and mysteries. Some are running from their past, while others are blinded by money or obsessed with finding the truth.

The Protagonist - Skif

In S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, you take on the role of Skif, a lone stalker. After a series of unforeseen events, he enters the Zone. Along the way to the Heart of Chornobyl, Skif gradually uncovers the secrets of this world. He explores the balance of power between factions, engages in battles, and struggles to survive. In this non-linear story, every choice he makes has a significant impact on the outcome of this global and epic tale, with three hours of scripted cutscenes adding to the immersive experience.