STALKER 2 Development Reportedly Relocating to Czech Republic

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A lot of upcoming video games have had their development affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, but STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl stands out because its developers are based in Ukraine. The company GSC Game World has gone on the record announcing its determination to put developers and their families first. Now, it seems that this goal may lead the company to relocate the development of STALKER 2 to the Czech Republic.

GSC Game World's intent to relocate the development of STALKER 2 has been made clear, but new details have emerged on what the arrangement could look like. Furthermore, it seems to have been confirmed that the studio is considering the Czech Republic as a possible new home.

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According to the chairman of the Association of Czech Game Developers, Pavel Barák, GSC Game World has been making inquiries about relocating. Although STALKER 2's development is on hold until a Ukrainian victory occurs, it seems that the developers want to make sure they have a solid base to work out of when the project resumes. Barák reported that the Association of Czech Game Developers gave GSC Game World advice on legal and employment matters.

Petr Kolar of Ashborne Games, which is based out of Brno in the Czech Republic, also reports having been in contact with GSC Game World on the subject of relocation. Jan Kavan of Czech studio CBD Software also confirmed he had spoken with GSC’s business development manager--in fact, he claimed that he had provided them with instructions on how to start a company in the Czech Public. While GSC Game World has yet to make an official announcement, it appears that the pieces are being lined up for a major relocation.