On November 20th, the post-apocalyptic open-world first-person shooter S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, for the PlayStation 5, will be released, as confirmed by developers GSC Game World. If you’re keen on securing a digital copy ahead of time, pre-orders are currently open through the PlayStation Store.
The video game titled “S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl” was released for Xbox Series and PC platforms on November 20, 2024, through Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. By the end of its launch, it had sold more than one million copies. Moreover, it can also be accessed via Game Pass.
Here is an overview of the game, via GSC Game World:
About
The landscape of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone underwent significant transformations following the second major blast in 2006. This region is now marked by savage mutants, lethal anomalies, and conflict-ridden groups, making it a daunting environment for survival. It was later discovered that the core of this area houses an incredible energy source. Despite the dangers, numerous individuals drawn to it called S.T.A.L.K.E.R.s have ventured into the Zone, risking their lives in pursuit of wealth or seeking answers deep within the heart of Chernobyl, where hidden truths reside.
Epic Nonlinear Story in a Seamless Open World
Immerse yourself in the role of a solitary wanderer, and traverse a lifelike, continuous, open-world environment spanning 64 square kilometers, contaminated by radioactivity. This vast expanse boasts diverse landscapes that offer glimpses into a post-apocalyptic world from multiple perspectives. Navigate the Zone to shape your own destiny, as you decide on your journey’s course within an extensive narrative featuring numerous story branches.
Variety of Enemies and Hundreds of Weapon Combinations
Interact with individuals from diverse groups, assessing which ones are worthy of your friendship and those who require confrontation. Engage in intense battles against a diverse array of adversaries employing different strategies to outmaneuver you. Select your preferred weapons from over 30 types, each with multiple modifications, enabling the creation of numerous unique, deadly configurations.
Legendary Mutants with Different Behavior Models
Get ready to face terrifying, genetically altered beasts that will attempt to kill you. These creatures exhibit varied behavioral patterns, making them less predictable due to the multiple subtypes they can take on. Areas with dens of these mutants are particularly dangerous as they tend to hunt in large packs, presenting an extremely hazardous situation.
Artifacts of Incredible Value and Unforgiving Anomalies
In the riskiest locations within the Zone, priceless relics and closely guarded secrets are concealed. Be cautious of the potentially harmful anomalies and formidable arch-anomalies as you embark on a quest to discover invaluable artifacts scattered throughout the Zone. Are you willing to confront the enigmas of this Zone that have claimed the lives of numerous others before you?
Key Features
- Unique gameplay built on a blend of first-person shooter, horror, and immersive sim.
- Non-linear story with the variety of paths that lead to one of the several endings.
- Benchmark-setting graphics developed using cutting-edge photogrammetric and scanning technologies.
- Advanced artificial intelligence systems that will keep engaged even the most hard-boiled players.
- Life-simulating system “A-life 2.0” that makes the game world feel alive as never before.
- Immersive survival mechanics like hunger, sleeping, bleeding, and radiation effects that enrich the gameplay.
- Dynamic day-night cycle and weather will add even more realism to the gameplay experience.
- Mod support giving the freedom to the creative players to extend and enrich the game universe.
- Multiplayer mode, that will be added soon after release as a free update.
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