Author: Laura Cress

The highly anticipated video game, Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, faced numerous challenges due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Despite the ongoing conflict, the developers at GSC Game World were determined to continue working on the game, even amidst the chaos of war. Lead producer Mariia Grygorovych made plans to evacuate team members from Kyiv to ensure their safety, with some choosing to stay behind and support the war effort. The team’s dedication to completing Stalker 2 led them to establish a second studio in Prague, where they rebuilt essential facilities from scratch. Amidst the turmoil, the developers faced…