GSC Recreation World’s S.T.A.L.Ok.E.R. 2 has had fairly an eventful growth timeline. Followers had been initially excited when the sport was introduced, although it rapidly drew criticism when builders introduced that NFTs could be included. The Ukrainian studio backtracked on this, although it then needed to deal with the Russian invasion of Ukraine which resulted within the recreation’s delay.

As revealed in a reality sheet from the studio at Gamescom 2023, S.T.A.L.Ok.E.R. 2 has been delayed but once more, pushing its launch date to Q1 2024. This can be disappointing information however with a brand new trailer out, you’ll be able to relaxation assured that GSC Recreation World continues to be working arduous on the upcoming recreation.

S.T.A.L.Ok.E.R. 2’s growth has been something however predictable

It was inevitable that the Ukranian studio could be affected by the continuing battle, because it was primarily based in Kyiv. When the invasion started, growth was paused because the studio relocated to Prague and workers fled the battle zone. Some determined to remain and battle alongside the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The studio has additionally discovered itself topic to cyberattacks originating in Russia, and S.T.A.L.Ok.E.R. 2‘s web site was banned from the nation after it ceased operations there. Regardless of the setbacks, the studio has continued to sentence the Russian invasion whereas embracing its Ukranian roots.

On this Independence Day, we have now an amazing chance to show our recreation to the world and transfer ahead in its growth. And we don’t neglect that this opportunity is granted by defenders of our homeland, its freedom, and its borders.

The flag within the photograph is a particular… pic.twitter.com/2zsozVd0dp

— S.T.A.L.Ok.E.R. OFFICIAL (@stalker_thegame) August 24, 2023

On a extra optimistic observe, preorders for the sport are lastly out there, which represents some progress. It has additionally obtained optimistic reception at Gamescom 2023 the place a playable demo was out there, indicating that the lengthy wait is likely to be value it.