STALKER 2 Roadmap: Enhanced Modding, A-Life Updates Revealed

STALKER 2 has unveiled its roadmap for Q2 2025, promising exciting enhancements including improved modding capabilities, A-Life system updates, and more. Dive in to discover what GSC Gameworld has planned and which features of the game are set for upgrades.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Roadmap for Q2 2025

Updates Every 3 Months

GSC Gameworld, the developer behind S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, has shared the latest roadmap for the game, committing to updates every three months. The official STALKER Twitter (X) account announced this roadmap on April 14 for Q2 2025.

The developers plan to release quarterly updates, providing detailed information every three months. They will also issue patch notes to confirm the implementation of planned updates in the game.

Following the Q1 updates that addressed significant issues and introduced multiple hotfixes, GSC Gameworld will continue to enhance the game based on player feedback. Here's a look at the upcoming updates fans can look forward to:

• Beta Mod SDK Kit
• A-Life/AI Updates
• Mutant Loot
• Shader Compilation Skip
• Player Stash Window Increase
• Wide Screen Aspect Ratio Support
• 2 New Weapons
• Further Stabilization, Optimization, and "Anomalies" Fixing
• STALKER Original Trilogy Next-Gen Update

Beta Mod SDK Kit, A-Life Updates, and More

GSC Gameworld has outlined the upcoming updates, focusing on two major enhancements: the Beta Mod SDK Kit and further A-Life system improvements. They intend to conduct a closed beta with mod makers to refine the ModKit before its official release. Additionally, they aim to integrate Mod.io and Steam Workshop.

The A-Life System will see continued enhancements to boost the game's NPC AI and simulation. After a significant 110 GB update for STALKER 2's Christmas patch last year, the developers are now focusing on "persistent A-Life improvements" and "smarter human combat; better cover/flanking use, limited grenades."

Updates for mutants are also on the horizon, with new behaviors such as eating corpses and reacting to threats. Other planned features include mutant loot, the ability to skip shader compilation, an expanded player stash window, support for wide screen aspect ratios, two new unspecified weapons, and ongoing efforts in stabilization and optimization.

Additionally, a next-gen update for the original STALKER trilogy is in the works. More details will be shared as these updates approach their release dates. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is available on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Stay updated with the latest game news by checking out our article below!