- Stalker 2 sold over one million copies within 48 hours of release on November 20, 2024.
- GSC Game World thanked fans and highlighted the game’s popularity on Xbox Game Pass and Steam.
- Players reported technical bugs, but developers assured timely fixes.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has become a sensation— sold over one million copies in less than 48 hours after its release.
A Record-Breaking Launch for Stalker 2
Developed by GSC Game World, this next-gen survival horror game takes players deep into the post-apocalyptic Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Players got hooked on this first-person shooting game, offering in-depth involvement and dismaying elements.
The game launched on November 20, 2024, and quickly became a hot topic, with players rushing to explore its dark, mysterious world— aiming to provide them with a more realistic blood-curdling experience.
The GSC game world thanked fans for their support and celebrated the milestone through their social media channels, they said:
“No wonder it feels a bit crowded in the Zone. A million copies were sold, and many more stalkers joined the artifact hunt with Game Pass. This is just the start of our unforgettable adventure. The Heart of Chornobyl emanates stronger with each of us. Thank You, stalkers! “
The developers also highlighted the game’s availability on Xbox Game Pass, which has drawn more players, contributing greatly to the success. The Steam shared concurrent players count—117,928, marking it as one of the most-played games on the platform.
The Long Journey
While the impressive sales continue to create a massive impact on the gaming community, gamers are encountering some technical bugs and glitches. However, the company has assured that these issues will be addressed as well.
This celebration feels more personal to the community, as Stalker 2 has faced several delays in its launch, originally planned in 2012, the game got postponed. Despite all the complications it finally hit the screens and made fans feel as if their patience of all these years paid off because of its remarkable performance.
With constant support from fans and developers, the game is shaping up to be one of the most loved installments and will be known for its indelible experience.
