S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Hits Steam with Promised Fixes Ahead

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl has launched successfully on Steam, quickly becoming one of the most-played games on the platform, with a peak concurrent player count of 113,587. The Ukrainian developer GSC Game World expressed their commitment to addressing initial bugs and rough edges, which users noted despite the game receiving a 'very positive' review rating. The launch also included S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 arriving on Xbox Series X and S and Game Pass, which likely boosted its total player count further. Players can expect free in-game content updates and a roadmap announcement from GSC Game World in December. The developer also highlighted the challenges they faced during development amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.

The peak concurrent player count for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 on Steam reached 113,587, making it one of the top 10 most-played games on the platform upon release.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is a sequel to the renowned S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series, which is known for its immersive environments and survival horror gameplay set in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. The series has garnered a loyal fan base since its first installment, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, released in 2007. The anticipation for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has been built up significantly due to its delays and the developer's promise for high-quality visuals, despite the struggles faced during development due to external pressures. This new entry aims not only to expand the lore but also to improve upon the established gameplay mechanics that fans love.