Next in line to try out S.T.A.L.K.E.R. is Gamespot, they played a four-person deathmatch game and here's a quote:<blockquote>We came away very impressed with how S.T.A.L.K.E.R. looked and felt, but we'd certainly like to learn more about the new multiplayer modes in the game. We also didn't get a chance to see any of the single-player game, though we're told that at this point the developers have completed all of the levels and are now balancing and polishing the game. As it stands right now, THQ is looking to start its second beta test in September, and there's talk of a public beta in November. If all goes according to plan, we should expect to see S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ship in the early part of 2005.</blockquote>Snazzy..
Link: Gamespot Stalker preview
Link: Gamespot Stalker preview