{"id":39804,"date":"2026-07-23T10:53:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:53:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=39804"},"modified":"2026-07-23T10:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T10:53:03","slug":"gsc-game-world-responds-to-stalker-2-studio-founders-claims-on-xbox-exclusivity-payment-exceeding-game-production-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=39804","title":{"rendered":"GSC Game World Responds to Stalker 2 Studio Founder\u2019s Claims on Xbox Exclusivity Payment Exceeding Game Production Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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**GSC Game World Responds to Sergiy Grygorovych’s Claims Regarding Stalker 2’s Funding and Development**<\/p>\n

GSC Game World, the studio behind the highly anticipated game Stalker 2, has officially refuted claims made by its original founder, Sergiy Grygorovych. In an interview, Grygorovych suggested that Microsoft paid more for the exclusivity of Stalker 2 than the total cost of developing the game, a statement that has raised eyebrows and prompted a response from the current leadership of GSC.<\/p>\n

In the interview conducted by YouTuber OLDboi, which was reportedly translated from Ukrainian, Grygorovych claimed that the financial backing from Xbox was substantial enough that GSC \u201ctook more than the cost of Stalker 2\u201d through the exclusivity deal. He remarked that the game’s financial success was assured even before its release, as the funding provided by Microsoft met and exceeded the production budget.<\/p>\n

However, GSC Game World issued a statement to IGN, clarifying their position and denying Grygorovych’s assertions. The studio highlighted that they had maintained silence on Grygorovych\u2019s comments for some time but felt it necessary to respond to prevent misinformation. They disclosed that Grygorovych was not involved in the game’s negotiations or its development cycle and asserted that his public statements do not accurately represent the facts.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, GSC emphasized that the majority of Stalker 2’s development budget was funded by Max Krippa, the studio\u2019s current owner, countering Grygorovych’s claims regarding the financial dynamics with Microsoft. <\/p>\n

As the development of Stalker 2 progresses, GSC Game World revealed that they are focused on preparing a significant update for the game and its first major story-focused downloadable content (DLC). This update comes after a series of modifications and improvements to enhance the gaming experience, which has included critical updates and fixes aimed at refining gameplay since the game’s earlier stages.<\/p>\n

For those interested in exploring Stalker 2 and assessing its value before the impending DLC release, reviews and updates on gameplay mechanics are readily available. Enthusiasts can dive into reviews and discussions surrounding the game’s evolution, reinforcing community engagement and anticipation for future content.<\/p>\n

In summary, GSC Game World has made it clear that Sergiy Grygorovych’s comments do not align with the studio\u2019s reality or development journey, asserting their commitment to truth amid speculation. As they continue their work on Stalker 2, fans can expect new updates and a richer gaming experience in the near future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Stalker 2<\/a> studio GSC Game World have refuted claims from their original founder Sergiy Grygorovych, who left GSC in 2023<\/a>, that Xbox paid more than the game cost to make as part of an exclusivity deal for it.<\/p>\n

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