STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl has already become profitable before its release, according to Maksym Kryppa in a recent Forbes interview.
The game is available on PC and Xbox Series S|X and debuted on Xbox Game Pass at launch. Despite being accessible to Xbox Game Pass subscribers, it also performed well on Steam, likely accounting for most of its sales.
Kryppa revealed future plans for the game, including two expansions and a multiplayer mode to further enhance the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. experience. Additionally, the developer is working on ports for other platforms to reach a wider audience. While specific details about these updates remain undisclosed, fans can expect exciting new content post-launch.
Moreover, Kryppa discussed the possibility of bringing the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. universe to the screen, with talks underway with Netflix for a potential adaptation. Although no agreements have been finalized, this could open a new chapter for the franchise, introducing its post-apocalyptic world to a broader audience.
STALKER 2 is confirmed as a timed console exclusive, suggesting that availability on other platforms, including the PS5, will follow once the exclusivity period ends.
Since the game’s launch, developers have addressed many complaints and issues through post-launch updates. The game continues to perform well on Steam, based on concurrent player counts, and remains one of the top-played games on Xbox.
