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STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl Hits PS5 This November – Full Editions & Enhancements Detailed

A person in a gas mask stands in front of a glowing explosion with stormy skies. Text: "STALKER 2: HEART OF CHORNOBYL." Ominous mood.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Credit: GSC Game World)

GSC Game World has confirmed that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will launch on PS5 on November 20, 2025 — exactly one year after its Xbox Series X|S and PC debut, where it attracted over one million players within two days.


The release date announcement came during Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, accompanied by a new trailer showcasing platform-specific upgrades.


PS5 & PS5 Pro Enhancements

PS5 Features

  • Adaptive Triggers & Haptic Feedback

  • Gyro Aiming via Motion Sensor

  • Built-in Speaker, Lightbar, and Touchpad Gestures

  • Tempest 3D AudioTech

  • Trophy Support

PS5 Pro Enhancements

  • Improved volumetric fog and enhanced cloud rendering

  • Enhanced global illumination

  • Higher-quality reflections

  • Improved shadow quality and resolution


Pricing & Editions of STALKER 2

Edition

Price (USD)

Content Highlights

Standard

$59.99 (currently $41.99 with 30% pre‑order discount)

Base game + 2 special suits & 3 unique weapons (usable in multiplayer)

Deluxe

$79.99 (currently $55.99 with 30% pre‑order discount)

Standard content plus Deluxe Weapons & Suit Pack, bonus side quest, digital artbook & soundtrack

Ultimate

$109.99 (currently $76.99 with 30% pre‑order discount)

Deluxe content plus Ultimate Weapons & Suit Pack, season pass (2 expansions + future DLC), extra suits & weapons


Pre-Order Bonuses (All Editions – PlayStation Exclusive)

  • Extended Campfire Content – Extra ambient dialogue and atmosphere

  • "The Veteran" Unique Weapon – Classic firearm for an early-game advantage

  • "The Tourist" Unique Armor – Protective gear for first-time explorers

  • Exclusive Backpack Patch – Cosmetic emblem to personalize your loadout


Ultimate Edition – Full Content Breakdown

Weapons

  • Rhino Revolver “Model Competitor”

  • Viper “Monolith” SMG

  • Fora-221 Assault Rifle “Lullaby”

  • D12 Smoothbore Shotgun “Margach D12MT” (All transferable to multiplayer)

Armor

  • Ward Exoskeleton “PSZ-21W Shturm” (transferable to multiplayer)

Extras

  • Season Pass: 2 expansions + all future DLC

  • Official Artbook and Original Soundtrack App


With the PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements, discounted pre-order offers, and exclusive PlayStation bonuses, the November release is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated fall launches of 2025.

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