Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl — PS5 release set for Nov 20, 2025

GSC Gameworld has announced that Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl will arrive on PlayStation 5 on November 20, 2025, exactly one year after its PC and Xbox launch. Pre-orders are available on the PlayStation Store.

PS5 features & enhancements

• DualSense support: adaptive triggers, haptic feedback and gyro aiming.
• PS5 Pro enhancements: improved resolution, better shadows and reflections, and additional technical upgrades.

Editions & pricing

• Standard — $60
• Deluxe — $80
• Ultimate — $110

Development history & launch state

The game had a long, troubled development cycle spanning roughly 14 years, including funding problems, an engine change, and major disruption after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine — which tragically cost the studio a team member. When the game launched in 2024 it shipped with numerous bugs; GSC Gameworld has steadily released patches since then. With the extra time before the PS5 release, the console version is expected to benefit from those fixes and optimizations.

Where to buy

Pre-orders are available on the PlayStation Store. Purchase/search options on Amazon (affiliate): Search STALKER 2 on Amazon (US, affiliate).

Sources

• Game Rant — Stalker 2 PS5 release & features
• PushSquare — PS5 release date announced
• OpenCritic — release date coverage
• Official trailer / announcement (YouTube)

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