Synchronize Your PDAs: Global Launch Times
The gates to the Chornobyl Anomalous Zone will unlock simultaneously across the globe. This means no waiting around for regional rollouts; everyone gets access at the same moment. Make sure your console is ready and your supplies are packed. Here are the key times to mark down:
- New York (EST): 7:00 AM
- London (GMT): 12:00 PM
With preloads already active for all regions, you can download the full game ahead of time and be ready to play the second it goes live. There's nothing worse than waiting on a massive download while others are already hunting for artifacts.
What does this mean for new stalkers?
For players new to the series, this is your chance to step into the boots of a new protagonist, Skif, as he's smuggled into the Zone. You won't just be fighting mutants; you'll be navigating a complex web of factions. You'll encounter Ward, a group determined to control the Zone, and Spark, an anarchist faction led by the returning protagonist from Clear Sky, Scar, who believes the Zone can be perfected. Your choices will matter as you navigate these tensions and uncover the truth behind a mysterious new artifact.
With S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl running on Unreal Engine 5, the immersive and punishing world of the Zone promises to be more detailed and dangerous than ever before. Get your download started and prepare for a journey where every bullet counts and every decision shapes your path.