STALKER 2 celebrates 13 years of the saga with its first official image

Written by: Chris Watson

March 23, 2020

Updated on March 23, 2020

Lead Game DeveloperChris Watson

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GSC Game World encourages fans of the saga during these weeks of confinement and ensures that news of the sequel will arrive soon

The S.T.A.L.K.E.R.saga, one of the most beloved in the FPS genre since its premiere with Shadow of Chernobyl, returns with its direct sequel with the goal of reaching the market in 2021, as its managers announced long ago. Since then little or nothing has been known about the project; until today. And it is that its creators, GSC Game World, have shared the first official image of their new video game coinciding with the celebration of the 13th anniversary of the launch of the original installment.

First look at the new S.T.A.L.K.E.R.

This has been shared by those responsible through the official video game account on Twitter, encouraging users in the current situation of confinement and ensuring that development continues with the original plans: “Thirteen years ago we launched S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadow of Chernobyl. The world has not been the same after that. Millions of players entered the Zone. Guided by the desire to uncover its mysteries, you overcame difficulties, hunted for treasures, fought against monsters and joined different factions, ”they assure through the statement.

First official image of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. two

“You became the true Stalkers. You made this day special forever. Inspired by everything you do (including illustrations, stories, cosplays, and mods), we fully understand that we cannot disappoint you. The second chapter of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. it will be our most ambitious game to date. It will live up to such a legendary legacy. Many of you are living in social isolation right now. That is why today, on such a special occasion, we are ready to slightly discover the mystery of what we are dealing with. Here's a first look at S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. Consider it our humble gift, there will be more in 2020 ”, they conclude.

At the moment there is no official release date for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, although they hope to be able to share new information throughout this year; Maybe a first trailer? Many fans of the saga would wish so.