Stalker 2 Leaked by Russian Hackers
A whole development build of Stalker 2 was recently leaked by a group of Russian hackers. The build’s protections were broken the day after the leak, and the internet was flooded with a wave of materials from the game. GSC Game World, the developer of Stalker 2, reacted immediately by publishing a statement. According to the statement, the company had been attacked by a group of Russian hackers for a year and a half, and they had finally managed to obtain a compilation intended for internal tests of various mechanics.
The Russians responsible for the dissemination of the compilation and the security breach claimed that the source of the leak was GSC itself, and that some people from the West were the first to find it. It is hard to say who is right in this dispute.
Russians Taking Revenge on GSC
The Russians seem to be taking revenge on GSC for withdrawing Stalker 2 from sale in their country. Not too long ago, they stole a large number of concepts and other materials with which they tried to blackmail the developers. The blackmail didnt work, so they published the materials, but few people cared.
Disgusting Comments from Russian Stalker Community
The comments on the leaks, GSC, and the rest of the Stalker community on the Russian side of the internet are so disgusting at times that it is hard to call them a Russian Stalker community right now. No community would behave like that.
Introduction
The recent controversy surrounding GSC and the development of Stalker 2 has sparked debate among Russian gamers. While some have declared GSC to be an incompetent company, unable to make the game in five years, others are looking forward to its release. However, it is difficult to please everyone, and some Russians have even threatened to boycott the game if it contains too many Ukrainian coats of arms.
GSC Incompetence
When looking at GSC’s alleged incompetence, it is important to consider the long history of Stalker leaks. Pre-release and post-release builds from various stages of production have been leaked, often by a mysterious Russian Robin Hood. While it is difficult to explore all the cases in detail, it is possible that this time the materials were leaked by someone other than GSC or the Russians.
Ultimately, it is difficult to please everyone when it comes to the development of Stalker 2. While some Russians have threatened to boycott the game if it contains too many Ukrainian coats of arms, others are eagerly awaiting its release. It remains to be seen how GSC will handle the situation and whether they will be able to satisfy all parties involved.
Tomatoes and Appetites
There are people who love tomatoes so much that they would eat nothing else from May to October. No farmer can stop them from picking the tomatoes, even if they are not ripe. This kind of approach could lead to a multitude of problems.
Stalker and War
The same is true in the case of Stalker. Some employees perform their duties remotely, not because they are comfortable with it, but because it is cheaper. Testers can be cheaper in Ukraine, but developers may not be willing to support the domestic market.
GSC Games and the Pandemic
The last GSC game, Cossacks 3, was released in 2016. The company has many investors, yet it has been making one title for 5 years. In the middle of this work, a pandemic began and soon after it, the war.
Protections and What it Changes
No matter what protections are in place, it does not change the fact that people can still pick tomatoes if they want to, or that employees can still work remotely if it is cheaper. The most important thing is the appetite of the eater and the willingness of the developer to support the domestic market.
Introduction
The use of torrents can be beneficial to companies if it makes their job easier or saves money. However, if someone clicks in the wrong place and unauthorized people gain access to something, then the only party to blame is those who decided to distribute it. This article will discuss the recent leak of GSC’s game and the proper community behavior that should have been followed.
The Leak of GSC’s Game
If the first person who discovered the leak had reported the issue to GSC, then the proper community behavior would have been followed. If someone had previously downloaded the material for personal use, then there is nothing that can be done about it. However, this person should not have publicized it either.
The Media’s Incompetence
The media, particularly in Poland, showed incompetence by reporting the leak and the GSC reaction. They also published stolen screenshots, which is not something that should have been done. On the other hand, there is a nod to the media that received the GSC appeal and decided not to push the topic further.
What’s Next?
Shortly after the whole leak case, Russian language channels disappeared from the official Discord server due to the behavior of some people. This shows that proper community behavior is essential in order to ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future.
GSC Cuts Ties with Russian Community
GSC Game World, the developer of the upcoming Stalker 2, has announced the cutting of ties with the Russian community. This small but significant move is symbolic of the recent behavior of the Russian community.
GSC’s Reaction
GSC’s first reaction was laconic, leaving many to speculate on the cause. Was it a mistake on the part of the developers, or a cynical gamble to win a marketing Oscar? It’s hard to tell.
Upcoming Events
June marks the start of the festival of players, with events such as Summer Game Fest, PC Gaming Show, and Xbox Games Showcase. GSC had planned to show some material on Microsoft’s stream, but the recent scandal with the leak may affect those plans.
Advice
Regardless of whether you have been tempted to download or watch the material released by the Russians, our advice is to completely ignore it. Don’t be bewitched by the Russians.
