STALKER 2: Release date, gameplay, reviews and more
Stalker (STALKER) is a game franchise that is very near and dear to gamers all over the world. It is a series of first-person shooter games with RPG mechanics and a touch of horror. The previous entry, STALKER: Shadow of Chernobyl, was released in 2007. Since then, there has been no communication from GSC Game World, until 2020. During the game’s Xbox E3 showcase, fans around the world were shocked to see the announcement. of Stalker 2. This article will cover Stalker 2 story, gameplay, release date, trailer, NFT additions, multiplayer news, pre-orders, DLC plans, and much more.
Stalker game history
First of all, the word “STALKER” is actually an acronym for scavengers, trespassers, adventurers, loners, assassins, explorers, and thieves. It’s a great way to capture the tone of the game and tie it back to the name itself.
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stalker world
The world of the Stalker series is based on another Chornobyl exclusion zone. The story begins by explaining how there was a second nuclear explosion after the first (real) one. According to Stalker lore, the 2nd Exclusion Zone is part of the USS and houses secret laboratories that conduct experiments with shadowy psionic abilities.
Origins of “The Zone”
So, as we know from pop culture, shady Russian experiments tend to run wild, and this one, in particular, was no exception. In 2006, this scientific experiment led to a disaster that caused a weather phenomenon. It also heavily mutated all life around the area i.e. plants, animals, and humans. This heavily radiated area around the blast was known as “The Zone”.
Stalkers
The area is now home to anomalies that create “artifacts”. These are items with psionic powers that the Stalkers search for themselves. Now, stalkers are either lone wolves or members of a rival faction. Also, there is a Duty faction that wants to destroy the area and a Freedom faction that wants to make the area accessible to everyone. Thus, you immerse yourself in this power struggle in a world full of mutants with little ammunition and resources. Every corner has a new danger lurking, so it is mandatory to be vigilant.
All Stalker games so far
Although the latest entry will be called Stalker 2, several entries have already been released. Let’s discuss each one and see how they fit into the grand narrative of the Stalker universe. Please note that the following discussion of previous games may contain spoilers. So if you’re looking to read through the old Stalker entries before the new one is released, I’d suggest skipping this section.
stalker 2 release date
However, this tweet was long before the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Fans were eager to return to the world of Stalker as it’s been almost 13 years since the last installment. However, it seems that fate has other plans and the release date of the game is the least of the developers’ problems. On February 28, GSC Game World posted a video in response to fans asking if the studio is doing well under the current circumstances. As it turns out, the situation is direr than fans might have anticipated. The video showed why GSC Game World was once again forced to delay Stalker 2 by a massive 7 months. Their home city of Kyiv was the target of a Russian invasion, putting the team’s main work on hold until the conflict was resolved.
Stalker 2 will not be released in Russia
Now for the bad news, GSC Game World has cut ties with its Russian audience. This means that Stalker 2 will not be sold in Russia due to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. According to a GSC Game World post on the Russian social media site VK ( Message Deleted ), “The game will no longer be released later this year in Russia as originally planned, however, all digital pre-orders for Stalker 2 in the entire region will still be met. Video games have always been an escape for gamers around the world from the difficult times we live in today. It is extremely sad to see the political climate affect a beloved franchise around the world to cut ties with its fan base. I sincerely hope for a peaceful solution to this conflict.
Platforms Stalker 2 will be released on
Stalker 2: Shadow of Chernobyl is an Xbox console exclusive. The game will be released on Xbox Series X, Series S, and PC. Xbox Game Pass owners will have access to Stalker 2 from day one, which is great news. On PC, the game will initially launch on the Microsoft Store and Steam, then on the Epic Store. So will Stalker 2 be released on PS4 or PS5? As for PS4, Stalker 2 will not be coming to PS4 because the hardware is not capable enough to run the game properly. It’s a true next-gen game from GSC Game World and it could be coming to PS5 after a few months or even a year.
