STALKER 2 Sells 1 Million Copies in Two Days, Devs Express Gratitude

The developers of STALKER 2 are brimming with gratitude following the game's remarkable sales achievement of 1 million copies sold within just two days across Steam and Xbox consoles. This milestone, reached shortly after the game's release on November 20, 2024, showcases the strong appeal of STALKER 2's immersive journey into the heart of the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Players have eagerly embraced the challenge of surviving against hostile NPCs and mutated creatures, and the total sales figure encompasses both Steam and Xbox Series X|S platforms. Notably, the inclusion of STALKER 2 on Xbox Game Pass has likely boosted the player count beyond the reported sales numbers. GSC Game World, the game's developers, expressed their deep appreciation, stating, "This is just the start of our unforgettable adventure. With gratitude as deep as the X-labs network, we want to say: Thank You, stalkers!"

STALKER 2 Devs Deeply Thankful for its Strong Initial Sales

Despite the impressive sales, STALKER 2 has not been without its challenges. On November 21, the developers reached out to the community for assistance in identifying and fixing bugs and other issues. "We are constantly improving the game with hotfixes and patches, but to find the 'anomalies' to fix, we need your help," they stated. To facilitate this process, they've set up a dedicated website where players can report bugs, share feedback, or request new features. The developers urged players to use this site for technical support rather than posting on the game's Steam page, explaining, "Please, refer to this website as your first source for help with technical issues. If you create the topic on the Steam Forum - there are fewer chances that it will be reviewed."

First Post-Release Patch Coming This Week

Responding to the community's feedback, GSC Game World announced the first post-release patch for STALKER 2 on November 24, to be released during the following week on both PC and Xbox. This patch aims to address critical issues including crashes and main quest progression blocks, while also enhancing gameplay and making balance adjustments to improve the overall player experience, such as correcting weapon prices. The developers also mentioned that future updates will tackle the analog stick and A-Life systems. In their announcement, they reaffirmed their commitment to continuous improvement, stating, "We want to reassure you once more that we will make every effort to constantly improve your S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl experience. We are truly grateful for your feedback and suggestions for improvement."