STALKER 2: A Milestone in Sales and Community Engagement

The developers at GSC Game World are brimming with gratitude as their latest release, STALKER 2, achieved an impressive sales milestone by selling 1 million copies within just two days of its launch on Steam and Xbox consoles. Released on November 20, 2024, this sequel has quickly captured the hearts of gamers, inviting them into the hauntingly beautiful Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, where survival is a constant battle against hostile NPCs and mutated creatures.

Stalker 2 Devs Deeply Thankful for its Strong Initial Sales

The buzz around STALKER 2 has been nothing short of phenomenal, with the game achieving 1 million sales across Steam and Xbox Series X|S platforms. While the exact number of players using Xbox Game Pass remains undisclosed, it's clear that the total player base is even larger than the reported sales figures. The developers expressed their deep appreciation for the community, stating, "This is just the start of our unforgettable adventure. With gratitude as deep as the X-labs network, we want to say: Thank You, stalkers!"

Devs Asked Players to Report Bugs

Despite the game's strong start, STALKER 2 isn't without its challenges. On November 21, the developers reached out to the community for help in identifying and resolving issues. "We are constantly improving the game with hotfixes and patches, but to find the ‘anomalies’ to fix, we need your help," they stated. To streamline the process, a dedicated website has been set up for players to report bugs, crashes, or any unexpected behavior. Players are encouraged to visit this Technical Support assistance page to share their experiences and suggestions, while the main Technical Support Hub offers FAQs and troubleshooting guides. The developers also advised against using the STALKER 2 Steam page for bug reports, noting that such issues are less likely to be reviewed there.

First Post-Release Patch Coming This Week

Responding to player feedback, GSC Game World announced the first post-release patch for STALKER 2, scheduled to roll out during the week following November 24. This update, applicable to both PC and Xbox versions, will address critical issues such as crashes and main quest progression blocks. Additionally, it will enhance gameplay, adjust balance, and fix weapon prices to improve the overall player experience. The developers also hinted at future updates focusing on the analog stick and A-Life systems.

In their announcement, the developers reaffirmed their commitment to continuously enhancing STALKER 2, stating, "We want to reassure you once more that we will make every effort to constantly improve your S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl experience. We are truly grateful for your feedback and suggestions for improvement."