- The Stalker 2 technical producer Yevhenii Kulyk has recently confirmed that the game will have mod support for consoles.
- The survival horror game will emphasize modding to allow the community to enjoy a variety of additions.
- Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is set to launch on 20 November 2024 after experiencing many delays.
Stalker 2 is one of those dream sequels that remained on everyone’s minds ever since the original reveal back in 2010. After its cancellation and reappearance, it has suffered many delays along the way. However, the title is turning out to be great, with recent gameplay videos revealing a gorgeous post-apocalyptic venture that awaits us all. And now there’s already good news for the modding community.
The game’s technical producer, Yevhenii Kulyk, has finally confirmed that Stalker 2 will feature extensive mod support on PC as well as consoles.
Why it matters: The confirmation of mod support for Stalker 2 on Xbox Series consoles is a huge win in the eyes of the gaming industry, confirming that the studio is not ignoring the franchise’s huge modding community.
Speaking to Radio Times Gaming host Cole Luke at the Stalker 2 preview event, Yevhenii Kulyk clarified that modding has always been a big part of the franchise, and Stalker 2 is going all out to ensure fans don’t have to wait for the mod support on consoles after release for long.
“We are aware that our player base—like especially the old one—are waiting our game will support the mods as well. […] So, they will be available on the Xbox as well as the PC.”
Additionally, the technical producer confirmed that Stalker 2 will feature a pretty huge modding toolkit to let modders not only create small projects but also whip up amazing large-scale creations—or additions—as they wish.
Stalker 2 launches on 20 November 2024 after a plethora of delays. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, as a PS release is still unconfirmed.
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