STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl – 36 minute developer deep dive

Developer GSC Game World has released a 36-minute developer deep dive STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl.

Game review via GSC Game World:

About

The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone changed dramatically after the second major explosion in 2006. Violent mutants, deadly anomalies, and warring factions have made the Zone a very difficult place to survive. It turns out that the center of the Zone hides an incredible source of power. Nevertheless, artifacts of unimaginable value have attracted many STALKERs, who venture into the Zone at their own risk to gain riches or even find the Truth hidden in the Heart of Chernobyl.

An Epic Non-Linear Story in a Flawless Open World

Take on the role of a lone stalker and explore a photorealistic, seamless open world in a 64km² radioactive zone with different environments that reveal the post-apocalyptic atmosphere from different angles. Go through the Zone to determine your destiny as you choose your paths within a multi-layered epic story.

Various enemies and hundreds of weapon combinations

Meet members of different factions, decide who is worth your friendship and who deserves a bullet. Engage in intense gun battles with different enemies who follow different tactics trying to outdo you. Choose your preferred firearm from over 30 weapon types with multiple modifications that allow you to create hundreds of different deadly combinations.

Legendary Mutants With Different Behavior Patterns

Get ready to face horrible mutated creatures that will try to kill you by following a different behavior pattern. Each mutant can appear in different subtypes, making their behavior less predictable. The truly extreme threat represents areas with dens where there are numerous mutants hunting in large groups.

Incredible Value Artifacts and Unforgivable Anomalies

The most valuable artifacts and secrets of the zone are hidden in the most dangerous places. Avoid dangerous anomalies and unique devastating back anomalies as you hunt down high-value artifacts scattered around the zone. Will you dare to uncover the secrets of the Zone that has taken the lives of so many others before you?

Key Features

  • A unique game based on a mix of first-person shooter, horror and immersive sims.
  • A non-linear story with multiple paths leading to one of several endings.
  • Comparative graphics developed using the most advanced photogrammetric and scanning technologies.
  • Advanced AI systems will keep even the most hardcore gamers engaged.
  • A life simulation system “A-life 2.0” that makes the game world feel alive like never before.
  • Immersive survival mechanics such as hunger, sleep, bleeding and radiation effects enrich the gameplay.
  • Dynamic day-night cycle and weather will add even more realism to the gaming experience.
  • Mod support that gives creative players the freedom to expand and enrich the game universe.
  • Multiplayer mode will be added soon after release as a free update.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl It will be released on November 20th for Xbox Series and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG. It will also be available through Xbox Game Pass.

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