S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl comes to PlayStation 5 on November 20, 2025
Get ready to enter the Zone on PS5 this November, with pre-orders open now.
KYIV, UKRAINE — August 21, 2025 - GSC Game World is pleased to announce that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will be released on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro on November 20, 2025 — exactly one year after the PC and Xbox Series X/S versions. Get ready to enter the Zone with a range of fully optimized features, including Adaptive Triggers, Haptic Feedback Support, Tempest 3D Audio, and much more.
This version of the game is fully optimized for PlayStation 5, including, but not limited to:
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Adaptive Triggers and Haptic Feedback Support
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Gyro Aiming through Motion Sensor
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Speakers, Lightbar, and Touchpad Gesture Utilization
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Tempest 3D Audio
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Trophies
PlayStation 5 Pro-specific features include, among others:
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Improved shadow quality and resolution
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Enhanced global illumination
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Higher-quality reflections
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Improved volumetric fog
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Enhanced volumetric cloud rendering
Thanks to these changes, Skif's journey through the Chornobyl Anomalous Zone will feel immersive and authentic for all players — whether you're returning to the Zone or venturing in for the first time.
Pre-orders are open through this link digitally, with three editions to choose from — Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate. Among other exciting offers, pre-order bonuses include new weapon and costume skins for PlayStation players.
A physical Standard Edition of the game will also be available at launch, with additional collector's boxes to follow in 2026. You can find details about these on our website.
The game is developed amid Russia's full-scale aggression against Ukraine, and the war continues. GSC Game World has been supporting their homeland in every possible way. For those wishing to contribute, we recommend visiting the official charity fund of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy:
About GSC Game World
Founded in 1995, GSC Game World is a Ukrainian video game developer known for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. and Cossacks series. The studio is dedicated to delivering exceptional gaming experiences and recently launched S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
