The latest update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl features brought a significant number of enhancements and corrections to the game. This Ukrainian action-adventure title experienced remarkable success upon release, selling a million copies within just two days. It's worth noting that it is also accessible via Game Pass, allowing many players to explore it without an outright purchase, and its absence on PlayStation 5 adds to its impressive performance.
However, despite a warm reception and favorable reviews, players encountered various bugs. GSC Game World dedicated efforts to address numerous issues promptly following the release in November, but then allowed their team an extensive holiday break, indicating plans for a substantial update upon their return.
The recent Patch 1.2 introduces a staggering array of enhancements and resolutions, totaling over 1,700 in various areas of gameplay. These improvements encompass game balance, environments, missions, blockers, crashes, performance issues, and numerous adjustments within A-Life 2.0. The developers expressed their gratitude to the community for the continued feedback and encourage players to report any further issues they may encounter.
You can explore the comprehensive patch notes for further details and check our review to gain deeper insights into S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is presently accessible on both PC and Xbox Series platforms S/X, and it can be played through Game Pass.