Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is set to receive a significant free content update shortly after its PlayStation 5 launch. The update will introduce new quests, characters, and locations, as well as a unique weapon. GSC Game World announced that the update will be accessible to all players, including those who previously played on PC and Xbox Series X/S. Xbox Game Pass users should verify their subscription status, as the game was removed from the catalog last month. The update features eight new missions, seven new locations, and six new characters, plus a chance to establish a new hub in the Burnt Forest region. Players will also be drawn into a new questline involving strange phenomena near the Malachite area, creating an engaging narrative experience. GSC has promised continued improvements and new content as part of their 2025 development roadmap following the mixed launch reception of the title.

What new content can players expect in the Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl update?

Players can anticipate eight robust quests, seven new locations to explore, six new characters with unique stories, and an additional weapon, the GP37V2. Additionally, a new hub located in the Burnt Forest region will be introduced.

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, developed by GSC Game World, immerses players in a post-apocalyptic world drawn from Ukrainian folklore and real-life events. Set in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, the game challenges players to survive amidst mutants, anomalies, and rival stalkers, showcasing rich atmospheres and complex storytelling. The game launched in November 2024 and has continued to receive updates and support to enhance player experience amid its earlier technical issues.