STALKER

On the Stalker 2 subreddit, players who are part of the Stalker community appear particularly enthusiastic about learning that the Saiga D-12 shotgun’s drum magazine can now be found before reaching the endgame. It’s worth noting that GSC Game World has made it a priority to fix main storyline glitches in the game, which they hope will prevent players from encountering obstacles during their gameplay experience.

It’s noteworthy that the developers have begun work on the upcoming update, but as of now, a specific launch date is yet to be announced. The newly unveiled development plan could potentially give us an idea of when we can expect this update.

While they’re busy preparing their update schedule and enhancing the accessibility of modifying tools within the studio, the developers have emphasized their commitment to continuously support and nurture the survival game for several more years.

15 years in development, the highly anticipated game STALKER 2 made a splash for GSC Game World when it launched towards the end of 2024. It quickly became a smash hit, selling over one million copies within just two days and turning profitable for the studio in under a month. In early March 2025, the total number of players reached six million, marking another significant achievement. Remarkably, despite this immense success, GSC Game World has continued to refine and enhance STALKER 2 , demonstrating that they are not content to rest on their laurels.

On Steam, GSC Game World outlined some of the key adjustments included in the latest update, addressing various aspects such as AI behavior, balance, story elements, audio effects, and progression through the story. In terms of AI and combat, the movement of mutants during battle has been made more fluid, while NPCs will now respond more effectively to the sound of footsteps.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl Patch 1.3 notes