As STALKER games debut on console, leaks show Xbox 360 and PSP versions we never got

What you need to know Last week, STALKER developer GSC Game World shadow dropped ports of all three of the games in the original STALKER trilogy — 2007’s Shadow of Chernobyl, 2008’s Clear Sky, and 2010’s Call of Pripyat — on Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Shortly after the launch, a fan shared several leaked design […]

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STALKER games in order: Which Legends of the Zone Trilogy game should I play first?

What is STALKER? (Image credit: GSC Game World) STALKER is an open world first-person shooter series developed by GSC Game World. The games are set in a fictional version of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone in which a mysterious second disaster at the nuclear power plant occurred in 2006, resulting in the creation of mutants, the […]

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STALKER Trilogy guide: 7 beginner tips for Xbox players from someone who’s been a fan on PC for years

What is STALKER? (Image credit: GSC Game World) STALKER is an open world first-person shooter series developed by GSC Game World. The games are set in a fictional version of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone in which a mysterious second disaster at the nuclear power plant occurred in 2006, resulting in the creation of mutants, the […]

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The STALKER trilogy, my favorite open world shooter games, just shadow dropped on Xbox

What you need to know STALKER is an non-linear first-person shooter franchise made by GSC Game World for PC in the late 2000s. It’s one of the largest ever cult classic game series, with its fans in love with its atmosphere and advanced open world AI simulations. During Microsoft’s Xbox Partner Preview event, the original […]

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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl gets September 2024 release date on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC

What you need to know Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is an upcoming first-person survival shooter being developed and published by GSC Game World.  The game has been delayed numerous times, primarily due to the studio being affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.  Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl was slated to launch early on […]

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STALKER 2 just launched a text-based RPG on Discord, and I’m here for it

What you need to know STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a survival shooter sequel to the original STALKER games that’s slated to release at some point in 2023. To market the game and celebrate the STALKER community, developer GSC Game World has launched a new text-based adventure RPG on the franchise’s official Discord server. […]

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STALKER 2 devs raise Ultimate Edition price to ensure quality amid Ukraine conflict

What you need to know STALKER 2 develper GSC Game World has increased the price of the game’s Ultimate Edition by $40 (or the equivalent amount in other currencies) in order to “keep the quality of all the collectible items at the desired level during these uneasy times.” The studio is referring to Russia’s ongoing […]

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New STALKER 2 screenshots make The Zone look damn good

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated singleplayer games coming in 2023. Set within the borders of a fictional, supernatural version of the Chernobyl Zone of Alienation, the game promises players a tense and atmospheric journey throughout a dynamic and detailed open world. While developer GSC Game World hasn’t […]

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Best STALKER Anomaly mods 2022: Textures, gameplay, modpacks, and more

When STALKER developer GSC Game World originally closed its doors in 2011, it provided the X-Ray Engine’s source code to the public and gave fans the freedom to develop and distribute free mod projects with it. Eleven years later, one of the most popular creations that the community has made is STALKER Anomaly — an […]

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STALKER 2 reveals new ‘Bayun’ mutant for International Cat Day

What you need to know On International Cat Day 2022, GSC Game World revealed a new mutant coming in STALKER 2: the Bayun. The Bayun is a vicious cat with sharp claws and teeth, rotting skin, and throat sacs that it can use to mimic sounds and human speech. The Bayun is based on Bayun […]

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STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl preorder — Bonuses, editions, and where to buy

For folks that enjoy non-linear shooters with a heavy emphasis on survival mechanics and horror elements, the STALKER series has always been a top choice. Set in a fictional and supernatural version of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, the STALKER games challenge players to explore and conquer The Zone by scavenging for supplies, interacting with and […]

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Guerre en Ukraine, le développement de STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl est suspendu

La Russie tente actuellement d’envahir l’Ukraine. Cette guerre d’une autre époque est à l’origine d’importantes pertes humaines et de dommage matériels considérables. L’activité du pays est fortement impactée et les civils fuient les zones de conflits. L’Ukraine accueille de nombreux développeurs de jeux. Pour des raisons évidentes de sécurité GSC Game World a suspendu le […]

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Stalker 2’s development is being paused due to the war in Ukraine

Source: GSC Game World (screenshot) Ukraine is currently being invaded by Russia, with the resulting war spreading chaos and disorder. As one of the many Ukrainian game development studios, Stalker 2 developer GSC Game World has been negatively affected, sharing with a video on Wednesday that development of Stalker 2 is pausing due to the […]

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