How to Install on Your Platform

Table of content: 

1. Installing on Steam
2. Installing on GOG
3. Installing on Epic Games Store (EGS)
4. Installing on Microsoft Store (PC & Xbox Game Pass)

Ready to dive into the Zone? Before you face the dangers of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, you'll need to get the game installed and running smoothly. Whether you bought the game on Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, or Microsoft Store, here's a simple guide to help you get the game installed on your platform of choice.

1. Installing on Steam

     Follow these steps to install S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 on Steam:

1. Open the Steam app on your PC.
2. Sign in to your Steam account.
3. Head to your Library.
4. Find S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl in your games list.
5. If you haven't purchased the game yet, check our article with detailed steps on how to purchase the game.
6. Click the Install button next to the game title in your Library.
7. Choose the installation folder if prompted, then click Next.
8. Steam will download and install the game. You can track the progress in the Downloads section.
9. Once the installation is complete, hit Play and dive into the Zone!

2. Installing on GOG

     If you're using GOG, here's how to get started:

1. Open the GOG Galaxy client or go to the GOG website.
2. Log in to your GOG account.
3. If you’ve already purchased the game, find S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl in your Owned games.
4. If not, check our article with detailed steps and complete your purchase.
5. Click Install for the game from your Library.
6. GOG Galaxy will automatically download and install the game.
7. Once installed, hit Play and venture into the Zone!

3. Installing on Epic Games Store (EGS)

     For Epic Games Store users, here’s how to install S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2:

1. Open the Epic Games Launcher on your PC.
2. Sign in to your Epic Games account.
3. Head to your Library.
4. If you haven’t purchased the game yet, search for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl in the store, pick your edition, and complete the purchase as described here.
5. Click the Install button next to the game in your Library.
6. Choose the location for installation if prompted, then click Install.
7. Epic Games will handle the download and installation.
8. Once it's installed, press Launch to start your journey in the Zone.

4. Installing on Microsoft Store (PC & Xbox Game Pass)

     If you're playing via Microsoft Store (PC) or Xbox Game Pass, here's what you need to do:

     For PC (Microsoft Store):

1. Open the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account.
3. Search for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
4. If you have a Game Pass, you can download the game directly without purchasing it.
5. Click Install and choose the destination folder if needed.
6. The game will download and install automatically.
7. Once it's done, click Play to jump into the action.

     For PC (PC Game Pass):

1. Open the Xbox app on your PC.
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account.
3. Search for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
4. If you have a Game Pass, you can download the game directly without purchasing it.
5. Click Install and choose the destination folder if needed.
6. The game will download and install automatically.
7. Once it's done, click Play to jump into the action.

     For Xbox:

1. Turn on your Xbox and Home > Game Pass
2. Sign in with your Xbox account.
3. Search for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl in the Game Pass library.
4. Select the game and click Install.
5. Once the installation is complete, hit Play and begin your adventure in the Zone.

     That’s it, stalker! Now that your game is installed, gear up and get ready to explore the dangerous world of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The Zone is waiting for you!