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"STALKER 2 Sells 1 Million Copies in Two Days, Devs Express Gratitude"

by Matthew May 18,2025

STALKER 2 1 Million Copies Sold in Two Days Have Devs Feeling Thankful

STALKER 2 developers are brimming with gratitude after selling an impressive 1 million copies in just two days across both Steam and Xbox consoles. They've also announced an exciting upcoming patch aimed at enhancing the gaming experience even further. Dive in to discover more about these stellar initial sales and the eagerly anticipated first patch!

Stalker 2 Achieves Remarkable Sales in a Brief Span

Stalker 2 Devs Deeply Thankful for Strong Initial Sales

STALKER 2 1 Million Copies Sold in Two Days Have Devs Feeling Thankful

The Chornobyl Exclusion Zone is buzzing with activity thanks to the high number of players diving into STALKER 2. GSC Game World, the game's developers, proudly announced that STALKER 2 sold 1 million copies within two days of its release on Steam and across their social media channels.

Launched on November 20, 2024, STALKER 2 has quickly captured the hearts of gamers, inviting them into the perilous world of the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone where survival hinges on battling hostile NPCs and mutated creatures. The milestone of 1 million copies sold encompasses sales on both Steam and Xbox Series X|S platforms. Additionally, the game is drawing in more players through Xbox Game Pass subscribers.

Although the exact number of Game Pass players remains undisclosed, the total player count likely exceeds the reported sales figures. In light of this remarkable achievement, the developers expressed heartfelt gratitude to the STALKER 2 community. “This is just the beginning of our unforgettable journey,” they stated. “With gratitude as deep as the X-labs network, we want to say: Thank You, stalkers!”

Devs Encourage Players to Report Bugs

STALKER 2 1 Million Copies Sold in Two Days Have Devs Feeling Thankful

Despite its robust sales, STALKER 2 is not without its challenges, including bugs and other issues. On November 21, the developers reached out to players for assistance in refining the game, noting, "We are continuously enhancing the game with hotfixes and patches, but to pinpoint the 'anomalies' that need fixing, we rely on your help."

To facilitate this process, they've set up a dedicated website for players to report bugs, share feedback, or suggest new features. If you encounter any odd behavior, crashes, or uncertainties about the game's functionality, you're encouraged to visit the Technical Support assistance webpage to log your issues. Additionally, the main page of the Technical Support Hub offers FAQs and troubleshooting guides to assist players.

The developers also advised against reporting bugs on STALKER 2's Steam page, urging players instead to use the dedicated website. "Please consider this website as your primary resource for addressing technical issues. Posting on the Steam Forum reduces the likelihood of your issue being reviewed."

First Post-Release Patch Scheduled for This Week

STALKER 2 1 Million Copies Sold in Two Days Have Devs Feeling Thankful

After collecting valuable player feedback, the developers announced the first post-release patch for STALKER 2, set to roll out during the week following November 24. "S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is slated to receive its first patch soon — accessible on both PC and Xbox," they shared on their Steam page.

This patch aims to tackle several issues, including crashes, blocks in main quest progression, and other gameplay elements. It will also enhance gameplay, adjust balance to improve the overall player experience, and fix issues with weapon prices. The developers mentioned that future updates will focus on refining the analog stick and A-Life systems.

In closing, they reaffirmed their commitment to continually improving STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl. "We are dedicated to making every effort to enhance your experience with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl," the developers stated. "Your feedback and suggestions for improvement are deeply appreciated."

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