GSC Game World, developers of STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl, express deep gratitude for surpassing 1 million copies sold within just two days of launch across Steam and Xbox consoles. An upcoming patch promises further enhancements.
Impressive Sales and Player Response
The game's launch on November 20th, 2024, saw an overwhelming response, with players exploring the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone and battling its dangers. The 1 million sales figure combines Steam and Xbox Series X|S sales, and doesn't include players accessing the game via Xbox Game Pass, suggesting even higher overall player numbers. The developers conveyed their sincere appreciation to the STALKER community, emphasizing this as merely the beginning of their shared journey.
Bug Reporting and Community Feedback
While celebrating the success, GSC Game World actively sought player assistance in identifying and resolving in-game issues. They established a dedicated technical support website to streamline bug reports and feedback, urging players to utilize this resource instead of the Steam forums for faster response times and more effective issue tracking.
First Patch on the Horizon
A first post-release patch is slated for release this week on both PC and Xbox platforms. This patch will address critical issues such as crashes and quest progression blockers, alongside gameplay improvements and balance adjustments, including weapon price corrections. Further updates will focus on refining the analog stick controls and A-Life systems. The developers reiterated their commitment to ongoing improvements based on player feedback.
