Summary
Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zonehas been revealed, promising players a more expansive gameplay experience than that of its predecessor. Released in 2021, the originalChernobylitewas a first-person survival horror game set in the ruins of Chernobyl. It took inspiration from other Chernobyl-based titles such asS.T.A.L.K.E.R.for its enemies and environment.
Developed and published by The Farm 51,Chernobyliteblended survival horror elements into an action RPG, letting players loose in a 3D-scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s exclusion zone. Players took the role of Igor, an ex-employee of the former power plant who had returned to investigate the disappearance of his fiancée after 30 years. When players weren’t navigating the ruined land and fighting for survival, they were constructing a base of operations and managing both resources and other characters.There are various companions inChernobylite, and this marriage of RPG and horror elements was a hit with many fans, earning the title praise from countless players.
As reported by IGN,Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zonepromises fans more of what they loved from the first game. Players return to Chernobyl to follow a brand-new story,wherein players can explore the nuclear-ridden landin an open-world experience. To make things more interesting, players take on the role of a planewalker who has traveled to Chernobyl from a parallel world. Little is known about what the story ofChernobylite 2will entail, but it has been reported that players inChernobylite 2won’t have to navigate the wasteland alone, as online co-op will be available to play through the campaign with a friend. Between a new open-world look around Chernobyl and a co-op mode, The Farm 51 is looking to offer an expanded experience for fans ofChernobylitewith this long-awaited sequel.
Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone Offers An Open World And Co-op Experience
Chernobylitemakes the absolute most of the sci-fi setting of a nuclear wasteland, featuring abandoned structures, eldritch abominations, and a storyline that plays fast and loose with the manipulation of time. With a branching narrative and multiple endings,Chernobylite’s conclusions still left many questions unansweredfor the player thatChernobylite 2: Exclusion Zonemay be able to explain. It’s clear that The Farm 51 is makingChernobylite 2with the fans of the original game in mind, so many expect that some of these unanswered questions may be addressed in the sequel.
The originalChernobyliteis available for PC and current-gen consolesthanks to a recent Enhanced Edition port. As forChernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone, little is known about the game’s release other than it plans to launch in 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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Chernobyliteis a Science Fiction Survival Horror RPG from developersFarm 51. Set in the hyper-realistic, 3D scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s exclusion zone, you’ll take on the role of Igor, a physicist and ex-employee of the Chernobyl Power Plant, returning to Pripyat to investigate the mysterious disappearance of his fiancée, 30 years prior.Compete with the hostile military presence, other stalkers and supernatural creatures, as well as the harsh and unforgiving environment in your search to uncover the truth. Get ready for a thrilling adventure of survival, conspiracy, horror, love, and obsession. Can you survive your fears?Survival in the Zone is not easy, and each day brings fresh challenges as comrades die and supplies diminish. Avoid detection with stealth takedowns or engage in open armed. Danger lurks in every corner.Construct a base from which to plan your daily operations and excursions. Utilize workstations to craft gadgets, create traps and weapons or modify existing equipment to your needs. Companions are key to your survival and the resolution of your journey. Each day requires the careful planning and assignment of resources and tasks to your comrades.
