Dead Island 2: Russian Epic Games Store withdrawal and regional availability explained
Dead Island 2 has been withdrawn from sale on the Russian Epic Games Store. The storefront now displays a notice indicating that the game is not available in this region. For players who had already placed orders, refunds are expected to be processed automatically. This outcome reflects a broader shift in the region’s digital storefront landscape and the evolving approach of publishers toward the Russian market.
Previously, pre-orders for Dead Island 2 were listed at 3699 rubles. It is important to note that the PC version will be released exclusively on the Epic Games Store, which means that purchases from alternative retailers would not be supported for this title. This aligns with Epic’s distribution strategy for the PC version and highlights how platform exclusivity can affect regional availability and purchaser expectations.
There is potential for Dead Island 2 to appear in other retail channels in the future; however, confidence should be tempered. The game is published by Deep Silver, a label that announced its exit from the Russian market earlier this year after several other major publishers paused or halted operations in the region. This context helps explain why a simultaneous worldwide release in all locales may not occur as initially anticipated for this title.
When the game launches, Dead Island 2 will come to PC via the Epic Games Store, as well as on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The independent ecosystem around Dead Island 2 has drawn widespread attention from fans who are eager to explore whether the title will deliver on its promise of frenzied zombie action, cooperative gameplay, and a vibrant, chaotic post-apocalyptic setting. Screenshots and visual previews continue to circulate through official channels and media outlets, offering a glimpse into the game’s atmosphere and combat style as anticipation builds. Attribution: VG Times.
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