GSC Game World rules out further delays for Stalker 2 after challenging development

Stalker 2, developed by GSC Game World, was released last month after multiple delays. Despite strong sales, the game faced criticism for performance issues and bugs. The studio's CEO stated that another delay was not feasible due to the team's exhaustion from prolonged development amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The development team worked from two locations, Kyiv and Prague, to complete the game. They aimed to deliver a playable product, acknowledging that while it has flaws, it still brings joy to players. The game's release has also raised awareness of the situation in Ukraine. Since its launch, Stalker 2 has received three major patches to address issues. The game's popularity led to internet outages in Ukraine, and it has become a target of Russian disinformation campaigns.