GSC Game World, the studio behind STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl, has confirmed that the game will not be coming to PS5. According to the studio, development has been focused exclusively on Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms.
In an interview with Tech4Gamers, the game’s director, Ievgen Grygorovych, clarified that there are no plans to create a version for Sony consoles. He also dismissed rumors of a temporary exclusivity deal with Microsoft, emphasizing that this decision was made independently and is not tied to any contractual agreements.
This means STALKER 2 will remain exclusive to Xbox and PC for the foreseeable future.
“We were completely focused on developing (and now supporting) the versions released on PC and Xbox Series,” said Grygorovych.
When asked about the arrival of STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl on PS5 and a version optimized for PS5 Pro, the director points out that the studio does not respond to any information released unofficially.
“We do not comment on leaks, rumors or speculation. Once again, the PC and Xbox Series versions of STALKER 2 are the only ones we developed and are supporting.”
Long wait for STALKER 2
It’s worth emphasizing that GSC Game World’s statement doesn’t necessarily rule out the possibility of a PS5 release for STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl in the future. The developers have clarified that their focus during development was on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and there are no immediate plans for a PS5 version. This decision aligns with their current roadmap rather than reflecting a permanent distancing from Sony’s platform.
Microsoft’s support was pivotal in the game’s development, fostering a strong relationship that likely influenced its Xbox exclusivity. However, this exclusivity isn’t explicitly stated to be indefinite.
Given the long development timeline of STALKER 2—originally announced in 2010 and finally released in 2024—fans of the series shouldn’t expect a PS5 version anytime soon. For those eager to experience the game, opting for the PC version or acquiring an Xbox might be the best option for the foreseeable future.
