It strikes a fitting note of world-weariness.

“During Gamescom 2023, GSC Game World decided to show a small part ofS.T.A.L.K.E.R.

2to the players publicly for the first time ever,” reads the mailout.

A ruined village with a windmill in STALKER 2 and two characters advancing through the rubble

Thousands of players were able to play the game themselves and give the much-needed direct feedback afterwards.

“Two key points emerged from that.

The first one was: it absolutely felt and played like a S.T.A.L.K.E.R.

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2 below the expected standards for the final experience the fans are waiting for.”

Best of luck to GSC Game World getting it shipped in September.