Many people liked the original game, but the sequel Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone turned out differently. The developers decided to change the concept and style of the game, which was not understood by the community.
The project was actively criticized upon release. Since then, a series of updates have been released for the game, designed to rework many aspects, but the release record of Steam online (269 users) has not been broken. Reviews are still "mixed."
In April 2026, it became known that The Farm 51 studio had filed a bankruptcy application. This does not mean that the studio will be closed soon — the document notes that "the filing of the application is of a preventive nature." This is due to the peculiarities of Polish legislation: now the developers are trying to reach an agreement with creditors.
The studio is negotiating with potential investors to secure funding for the restructuring process and ongoing operations, including the completion of Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone.