Heart of Chernobyl prepares for release

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl is coming and, look, it's not going to be a walk in the park. The guys from GSC Game World decided to postpone the release until November, but it wasn't because they were messing around. They threw a deep dive 35 minutes in our face, showing what to expect from this post-apocalyptic world full of radiation, monsters and, of course, those choices that make you rethink your life.

Let's start with the basics: the game takes place in Chernobyl Exclusion Zone — a place as inviting as a Sunday stroll in the cemetery. They are 20 regions different, each with its own peculiarities, from anomalies that make your heart skip a beat to creatures that seem to come out of your worst nightmares. And there's no need to follow a pre-defined path; you'll explore however you want, feeling that freedom and, of course, a solitude that only the end of the world can provide.

What really stands out in this demo is how varied and detailed the world of STALKER 2 it really is. But, make no mistake, the game will not give you an easy time. On the contrary, GSC made a point of creating a game that won't go easy on anyone. Forget those level-up systems that pamper you. Here, if you want to survive, you'll have to sweat and learn from every mistake. And, of course, be prepared to face enemies that will make you cry.

Now, let's talk about the protagonist, Kliff. This guy is not messing around. In the middle of Grey Mane Mercenarieshe will learn the hard way how to survive, using attacks, blocks, dodges and special abilities that will leave you on edge. And if you think you're just going to go around beating everyone up, you'd better get ready: each enemy has its own peculiarities and forces you to think twice before acting.

But of course, STALKER 2 It's not just fighting. There's also the survival aspect. Hunger, fatigue, weight of equipment – ​​all of these will affect your performance. And there's no point in trying to carry the world on your shoulders. If you get overloaded, your mobility will go out the window and then, my friend, it's game over.

Now, let's zoom in on the history of the franchise. STALKER started there in 2007 with Shadow of Chernobyland has since been synonymous with post-apocalyptic survival games that don't hold back. The series has always been known for its dark and challenging atmosphere, and STALKER 2 seems to be taking all of that and elevating it to a new level. Incredible graphics, an immersive narrative and, of course, that constant feeling that at any moment, something could go very wrong.

And for those of you who think you've seen it all in terms of horror and survival games, STALKER 2 is here to show you that the real horror is just beginning. Get ready for a world where every decision matters, where every bullet counts and where, if you let your guard down, you'll end up being devoured by your own mistakes.

Franchise History: It is worth remembering that the franchise STALKER did not come out of nowhere. It was inspired by the work “Roadside Picnic” by the brothers Arkady and Boris Strugatsky and the film “Stalker” by Andrei Tarkovsky. Both works address themes such as despair and the search for the unknown – themes that are in the DNA of STALKER from the beginning.

So, mark it on your calendar: November 20th is the day that STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl will invade your life and turn your nightmares into reality. Until then, stay tuned and get ready, because this game will not forgive anyone who is not prepared. And, if you think you have already dominated the world of games, STALKER 2 is here to show you that, in fact, you know nothing, innocent!