This time, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 fans won’t have to travel far into the Zone. On August 22, an unusual expedition will take place right at the Kyiv “Silpo”—the store on Berezneva Street will temporarily change its usual format for a few hours and become a themed space inspired by the game.
The main goal of the expedition is to find hidden artifacts. The organizers have prepared special hiding spots, so participants will have to pay close attention and explore the store much more thoroughly than during a typical grocery run. And for a successful search, you can win one of 50 keys to the Ultimate Edition of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
But the fun doesn’t end there. After the hunt, visitors will be able to take themed photos, test their knowledge of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 universe in a special quiz, and step into the shoes of their favorite character for a while.
The event is being organized ahead of the release of the Cost of Hope DLC, so it will be yet another opportunity for fans of the game to immerse themselves in its atmosphere outside of the computer.
The stalkers’ gathering will take place on August 22 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Kyiv “Silpo” store located at 12a Berezneva Street. Admission is free for anyone wishing to participate in the event.
Back in August 2022, a themed “Silpo” store opened at 12A Berezneva Street in Kyiv’s Comfort Town. The interior of the 1,604-square-meter store recreates the atmosphere of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: abandoned industrial sites, details from the game’s universe, and a coffee area designed to resemble Sidorovich’s bunker.
The Zone Expands Its Borders: A Major Update and New Story-Driven DLC for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2
The developers at GSC Game World are entering the home stretch ahead of the launch of the next major update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. The countdown is on—the “Cost of Hope” story expansion will be available on PC and consoles in just three days. The new content will be sold as a standalone bundle for $29.99 (or €29.99 / £24.99 depending on the region’s currency, subject to local pricing). Meanwhile, owners of the Ultimate Edition will receive the DLC at no additional cost.
Alongside the expansion’s release, a major free update, Version 2.0, will launch, which will fundamentally revamp the gameplay. The developers have plenty of surprises in store:
- additional game modes;
- an expanded arsenal of weapons;
- new gear, including binoculars;
- the project’s transition to a newer version of the Unreal Engine 5 to improve optimization and visuals.
It is worth noting that GSC Game World is part of the Ukrainian investment holding company ARS Capital, founded by businessman Maksym Krippa. The holding company systematically invests in projects in the fields of technology, the gaming industry, esports, and digital media.