4Divinity and GSC Game World to Publish S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 in Southeast Asia
4Divinity and GSC Game World have announced that they will be co-publishing and distributing S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao.
Located at Booth CE01, the game will make a grand appearance during Gamescom Asia 2023, which will be held in Singapore from October 19-22. During this time, attendees can look forward to hands-on gameplay, and players who complete the game demo at the booth and share their experience on social media will receive official S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl merchandise.
“We are excited to partner with 4Divinity to deliver our game to players in Southeast Asia and Greater China territories to grow the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. fanbase in this region. The unique combination of first-person shooter, immersive sim, and horror is back. With unprecedented scale, advanced graphics, freedom of choice, and the thickest atmosphere of a deadly adventure, it’s going to be the ultimate S.T.A.L.K.E.R. experience. We have a commitment to make the game our fans are waiting for. It’s a national product now, aimed to show that Ukraine is valuable in a sense of cultural legacy: something to be shown to the world,” said Yevhen Grygorovych, CEO of GSC Game World.
“When I think about everything the team at GSC Game World went through to make S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 a reality, it spoke to me on multiple levels. Through their struggles during this time of difficulty, their determination and creativity are nothing short of inspiring. We are proud to be part of this journey to present this game to players and supporters in our region,” said Jacky Choo, Founder and Executive Chairman of GCL Asia.
Here’s an overview of the game:
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 takes players into the heart of a post-apocalyptic Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, providing an action-packed experience of battling for survival. The immersive first-person shooter unfolds a non-linear storyline, with graphics powered by the Unreal Engine 5 that includes official mod support for creative gamers to expand their gaming horizons.
Prepare to be fully immersed as you encounter one-of-a-kind gameplay, seamlessly blending elements of a first-person shooter, immersive simulation, and heart-pounding horror. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 will also offer players a deep dive into the mysteries of this desolate realm to uncover its darkest secrets, hunt terrifying mutants, and explore mysterious anomalies in their quest for precious artefacts with game-changing powers. When it comes to combat, they can also face off against enemies in tactical firefights, armed with over 30 different firearm models that can be upgraded and customised.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is scheduled to release in Q1 2024 for the Xbox Series and PC from 4Divinity.