Thank you for your feedback and support. We continue to work on the game to make the Zone a better place for you to enjoy and explore. The latest 1.0.3 patch we prepared will address following issues:

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• Multiple ACCESS_VIOLATION_ERROR fixes.
  
• Multiple LowLevelFatalError crash fixes.

According to your feedback, we adjusted following parameters/values to decrease input lag on keyboard+mouse input:

• Mouse Smoothing is disabled by default.
  
• Mouse Acceleration is disabled by default.

Additionally, default values of mouse sensitivity were updated to allow a predictable default experience for our players with new values of two parameters mentioned bellow:

• Camera sensitivity: 25%.
  
• Aim sensitivity: 15%.

• Fixed issue with Monolithians that were able to chase player outside the X-5 lab during the In Search of Past Glory mission.
  
• Fixed an issue where the NPCs Hamster and Ricochet would die after trying to enter a building during the mission On the Edge.
  
• Fixed issue with Bayun cat which could despawn before player loots a collar from it during In the Name of Science mission.
  
• Fixed issue with player potentially locking oneself during Dangerous Liaisons mission.
  
• Fixed issue with Roosevelt becoming hostile upon noticing a player going stealthily through the Commissary during King of the Hill mission.
  
• Fixed an issue when Sava despawns in front of the player after the dialog in the bunker during A Heavy Burden mission.
  
• Fixed issue with NPC's despawning when player successfully finishes Legends of the Zone mission.

• Fixed an issue with mutant bodies stretching after a shot from an automatic weapon.
  
• Fixed an issue that caused NPCs to block the doors during the Back to the Slag Heap mission.

• Fixed issue with Sidorovich not selling certain ammo types.

• Fixed issues with missing player saves after a hard reboot of the PC/Xbox.

Thanks again for your support. We will continue working on future updates, reading your comments and feedback, and fixing “anomalies” if they occur. If you detect any — report them to our Technical Support Hub. That will help us investigate your particular case and implement fixes faster:

https://support.stalker2.com/hc

Following the release of 1.0.1, we are now ready to proceed with the 1.0.2 patch. This update includes bug fixes for six missions, along with additional error corrections.

Full list of changes:

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• Fixed an issue when the second wave of Monolith soldiers would not spawn during the “On the Edge” mission, blocking further progression.
  
• Fixed the issue when Richter could be found dead during the “A Minor Incident” mission, blocking further progression.
  
• The fixed issue was a player could get stuck after installing the fuse in the Wild Island area if they got the Emitter from Faust's Cell first during the “Just Like the Good Old Days” mission, blocking further progression.
  
• The fixed issue was when a player could not successfully complete the “All That is Left” mission while exploring the Chemical Plant region.
  
• Fixed issue when quest enemies could spawn in unreachable areas for a player during the “Down Below” mission, blocking further progression.
  
• Fixed an issue when Scar could be missing during the “Visions of Truth” mission.
  
• A few more EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION errors are fixed.

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Thanks again for your support. We will continue working on future updates, reading your comments and feedback, and fixing “anomalies” if they occur. If you detect any — report them to our Technical Support Hub. That will help us investigate your particular case and implement fixes faster:

https://support.stalker2.com/hc

Thanks for your passion and support since the release, it is really important to us. The Patch 1.0.1 is live both on PC and Xbox. This is our first fix patch that addressed over 650 different bugs and issues. Here is the list of the major updates for the game.

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• Fixed groups of NPCs getting stuck and dying near Shelter during active Emission.
  
• Fixed issue when Burer could drop any mission items out of the player's hands.
  
• Added missing sound effects for Burer’s 'Telekinesis' ability.
  
• Fixed issues with NPCs occasionally getting stuck and not reaching the mission location. This might have caused inability to interact with NPC or progress to the next mission stage due to idle behavior of mission NPC.
  
• Fixed issues with performance drops/potential out-of-memory crashes in hubs and locations crowded with NPCs during long play sessions.
  
• Fixed issue when NPCs would move to A-pose or start flying after death.
  
• Fixed issue when NPCs could not track whether a target in cover was covered from shots, which caused them to shoot into cover.

And other, more than 20 different issues with AI.

• Fixed issue with invisible NPC/Mutants appearing in FOV while the Player is scoping.
  
• Fixed fire visual effects that were not rendering at certain camera angles.

Also, we fixed approximately 100 different crashes, including potential memory leaks and EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION issues.

• Fixed issue when combat music was still playing while combat was finished.

And 7 other minor audio & sound bugs.

• Weapons and armor repair cost is decreased.
  
• Significantly increased cost of artifacts (more revenue from selling).
  
• Money reward for most missions is increased from 2 to 3 times.
  
• Rookie difficulty armor and weapons buffs.
  
• Damage from mutants is moderately decreased on Rookie difficulty (more mutant health balance changes in Combat Balance section).
  
• Damage to player's weapon is decreased by 23 percent on Rookie difficulty.
  
• Armor durability is increased by 12.5 percent.
  
• Added silencer attachment for PTM to specific stash on Lesser Zone.
  
• Fixed sell prices for Exoskeletons, they are now more expensive to sell.
  
• Fixed sell price of upgraded weapons.
  
• Rebalanced Hercules consumable: player speed debuff removed; increased the effect parameters (now more weight could be carried by player after consuming).

Some additional minor bugfixes.

• Reduced some mission items' weight (including weight of scanners)
  
• Slightly rebalanced Bloodsucker’s damage.
  
• Decreased Bloodsucker’s strike protection rank (more damage from guns).
  
• Reduced Boodsucker’s HP regeneration outside the combat.
  
• Controller HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Burer HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Boar HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Flesh HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Damage to Boar from headshots changed to 100% of body damage.
  
• Damage to Boar from shots to the limbs is increased.
  
• Damage to Flesh from shots to the limbs is increased.
  
• Significantly increased weapon melee distance.
  
• Slightly increased knife melee distance.

• Increased gamepad dead zones

• Fixed eyes and teeth on NPC models.
  
• Some minor fixes of NPC models and animations.

• Added missing footage to TV displays in the final cutscene.
  
• Fixed issue with deer animation in the opening cutscene.

And 20 other different bugs in the cutscenes.

• Adjusted unreadable text at the bottom of the Shader Compilation screen.
  
• Fixed issue with the 'Nvidia Reflex Low Latency' option not being saved on subsequent boots of the game.

And 10 more minor issues.

• Fixed physics issues with destructible and movable objects, including those floating in the air.
  
• Fixed interaction prompt with glass doors in SIRCAA’s inner yard, which caused a walkthrough blocker.
  
• Fixed missing inner doors in the X-11 laboratory elevator.

And more minor bugs.


Resolved numerous mission blockers and bugs encountered under specific conditions. Key fixes include:

• Fixed missing interaction with dead Blind dogs in the Nightingale’s Hunt mission.
  
• Fixed uncompletable objectives in the Seek, and You Shall Find mission.
  
• Fixed multiple issues in the There and Back Again mission, including one where the artifact couldn’t be found.
  
• Resolved dialog loop with Zotov during the A Needle in a Haystack mission.
  
• Fixed progression blockers in the Answers Come at a Price mission, including issues with bandits after an emission and missing the Heavy Key item.
  
• Corrected mission markers for NPC locations in Hot on the Trail mission.
  
• Fixed door-related issues in the In Search of a Guide mission and The Side Hustle mission.
  
• Fixed issue when cutscene does not start during the Just Like the Good Old Days mission.
  
• Fixed issue when Lodochka is missing in Quite's Camp during the Just Like the Good Old Days mission.
  
• Fixed an issue during Just Like the Good Old Days when Lodochka acts aggressively after bringing him the Emitter.
  
• It is now possible to turn off electricity in the flooded area during the To the Last Drop of Blood mission.
  
• Fixed multiple issues in the On the Edge mission, including idle NPCs, stuck doors, and the Monolith attack progression.
  
• Fixed progression blockers in the A Minor Incident mission, including issues with Bayun's collar and locked doors.
  
• Addressed performance drops and confusing objectives in the In Search of Past Glory mission.
  
• Fixed issues in the Visions of Truth mission, including stuck NPCs and blocked progression after dialogs.
  
• Resolved stuck cutscenes and blocked progression in the Dangerous Visitors, Gray’s Last Hunt, and The Eternal Shining missions.
  
• Corrected spawn behaviors for NPCs and enemies in The Boundary and Escape from the Cage missions.
  
• Tweaked missions like Down Below, Budmo!, and A Big Score to resolve stuck NPCs, misaligned markers, and missing dialog options.

And approximately 120 other issues within the main line, side missions, and encounters.

• Fixed stretched or missing limbs on humanoid corpses.
  
• Fixed missing fast travel routes, including to the Concrete Plant for Toadstool.
  
• Resolved issues with loudspeakers, fast travel, and NPC interactions in various locations, such as the Scientists' Bunker, and Chemical Plant.
  
• Adjusted hostile NPC behavior during the Arena missions, including bandits’ tactics and increased ammo for the Tyrant fight.
  
• Corrected mission progression in the Black Sheep and The Key to Freedom missions.

And approximately 50 other issues were fixed.

• Fixed a bug that allows to sell items to the trader for more money that they actually cost.
  
• Fixed input blocking issues with the PDA, inventory, and attachments when interacting with artifacts.
  
• Corrected flashlight behavior after saving/loading.
  
• Resolved issues with grenade type selection, compass marker overlaps, and missing mission markers.
  
• Fixed inconsistencies with weapon and armor upgrade effects, including pricing and upgrade reversals.
  
• Improved HUD behavior and prolonged the duration of "Point of No Return" hints during Down Below mission.
  
• Fixed a bug where player could sell mission items using gamepad.

And approximately 50 minor “anomalies”.

• Restored missing facial animations for Sava in the Hot on the Trail mission and Mugwort in The Eternal Shining mission.
  
• Fixed missing voice lines during the Let No One Leave Unsatisfied mission.
  
• Corrected radio call effects so NPC voices properly reflect distance during communication.

And a couple more things are fixed.

• Fixed flickering textures in various locations, including the Sphere, Military Base and Chemical Plant.
  
• Resolved movement issues, including getting stuck in certain locations during missions like Once More Unto the Breach and A Tough Awakening.
  
• Corrected artifact spawn points in some areas.
  
• Fixed NPC behavior during encounters.
  
• Adjusted voice volume during storm weather for improved audio balance.

And approximately 50 more bugs.

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The work on the game and future patches continues. We are working on fixing the A-Life bugs, which will be addressed in future patches.

Please continue to share your feedback and opinions on forums and social media. We are reading comments, and noting things that we could improve in future updates. If you encounter any more “anomalies” that are not supposed to be in the Zone — report them to our Technical Support Hub. That will help us investigate your particular case and implement fixes faster:

https://support.stalker2.com/hc


Thank you so much for your feedback, passion, and support during this period. Stay sharp, and see you in the Zone, stalker!

Thanks for your passion and support since the release, it is really important to us. The Patch 1.0.1 is live both on PC and Xbox. This is our first fix patch that addressed over 650 different bugs and issues. Here is the list of the major updates for the game.

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• Fixed groups of NPCs getting stuck and dying near Shelter during active Emission.
  
• Fixed issue when Burer could drop any mission items out of the player's hands.
  
• Added missing sound effects for Burer’s 'Telekinesis' ability.
  
• Fixed issues with NPCs occasionally getting stuck and not reaching the mission location. This might have caused inability to interact with NPC or progress to the next mission stage due to idle behavior of mission NPC.
  
• Fixed issues with performance drops/potential out-of-memory crashes in hubs and locations crowded with NPCs during long play sessions.
  
• Fixed issue when NPCs would move to A-pose or start flying after death.
  
• Fixed issue when NPCs could not track whether a target in cover was covered from shots, which caused them to shoot into cover.

And other, more than 20 different issues with AI.

• Fixed issue with invisible NPC/Mutants appearing in FOV while the Player is scoping.
  
• Fixed fire visual effects that were not rendering at certain camera angles.

Also, we fixed approximately 100 different crashes, including potential memory leaks and EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION issues.

• Fixed issue when combat music was still playing while combat was finished.

And 7 other minor audio & sound bugs.

• Weapons and armor repair cost is decreased.
  
• Significantly increased cost of artifacts (more revenue from selling).
  
• Money reward for most missions is increased from 2 to 3 times.
  
• Rookie difficulty armor and weapons buffs.
  
• Damage from mutants is moderately decreased on Rookie difficulty (more mutant health balance changes in Combat Balance section).
  
• Damage to player's weapon is decreased by 23 percent on Rookie difficulty.
  
• Armor durability is increased by 12.5 percent.
  
• Added silencer attachment for PTM to specific stash on Lesser Zone.
  
• Fixed sell prices for Exoskeletons, they are now more expensive to sell.
  
• Fixed sell price of upgraded weapons.
  
• Rebalanced Hercules consumable: player speed debuff removed; increased the effect parameters (now more weight could be carried by player after consuming).

Some additional minor bugfixes.

• Reduced some mission items' weight (including weight of scanners)
  
• Slightly rebalanced Bloodsucker’s damage.
  
• Decreased Bloodsucker’s strike protection rank (more damage from guns).
  
• Reduced Boodsucker’s HP regeneration outside the combat.
  
• Controller HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Burer HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Boar HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Flesh HP is moderately reduced.
  
• Damage to Boar from headshots changed to 100% of body damage.
  
• Damage to Boar from shots to the limbs is increased.
  
• Damage to Flesh from shots to the limbs is increased.
  
• Significantly increased weapon melee distance.
  
• Slightly increased knife melee distance.

• Increased gamepad dead zones

• Fixed eyes and teeth on NPC models.
  
• Some minor fixes of NPC models and animations.

• Added missing footage to TV displays in the final cutscene.
  
• Fixed issue with deer animation in the opening cutscene.

And 20 other different bugs in the cutscenes.

• Adjusted unreadable text at the bottom of the Shader Compilation screen.
  
• Fixed issue with the 'Nvidia Reflex Low Latency' option not being saved on subsequent boots of the game.

And 10 more minor issues.

• Fixed physics issues with destructible and movable objects, including those floating in the air.
  
• Fixed interaction prompt with glass doors in SIRCAA’s inner yard, which caused a walkthrough blocker.
  
• Fixed missing inner doors in the X-11 laboratory elevator.

And more minor bugs.


Resolved numerous mission blockers and bugs encountered under specific conditions. Key fixes include:

• Fixed missing interaction with dead Blind dogs in the Nightingale’s Hunt mission.
  
• Fixed uncompletable objectives in the Seek, and You Shall Find mission.
  
• Fixed multiple issues in the There and Back Again mission, including one where the artifact couldn’t be found.
  
• Resolved dialog loop with Zotov during the A Needle in a Haystack mission.
  
• Fixed progression blockers in the Answers Come at a Price mission, including issues with bandits after an emission and missing the Heavy Key item.
  
• Corrected mission markers for NPC locations in Hot on the Trail mission.
  
• Fixed door-related issues in the In Search of a Guide mission and The Side Hustle mission.
  
• Fixed issue when cutscene does not start during the Just Like the Good Old Days mission.
  
• Fixed issue when Lodochka is missing in Quite's Camp during the Just Like the Good Old Days mission.
  
• Fixed an issue during Just Like the Good Old Days when Lodochka acts aggressively after bringing him the Emitter.
  
• It is now possible to turn off electricity in the flooded area during the To the Last Drop of Blood mission.
  
• Fixed multiple issues in the On the Edge mission, including idle NPCs, stuck doors, and the Monolith attack progression.
  
• Fixed progression blockers in the A Minor Incident mission, including issues with Bayun's collar and locked doors.
  
• Addressed performance drops and confusing objectives in the In Search of Past Glory mission.
  
• Fixed issues in the Visions of Truth mission, including stuck NPCs and blocked progression after dialogs.
  
• Resolved stuck cutscenes and blocked progression in the Dangerous Visitors, Gray’s Last Hunt, and The Eternal Shining missions.
  
• Corrected spawn behaviors for NPCs and enemies in The Boundary and Escape from the Cage missions.
  
• Tweaked missions like Down Below, Budmo!, and A Big Score to resolve stuck NPCs, misaligned markers, and missing dialog options.

And approximately 120 other issues within the main line, side missions, and encounters.

• Fixed stretched or missing limbs on humanoid corpses.
  
• Fixed missing fast travel routes, including to the Concrete Plant for Toadstool.
  
• Resolved issues with loudspeakers, fast travel, and NPC interactions in various locations, such as the Scientists' Bunker, and Chemical Plant.
  
• Adjusted hostile NPC behavior during the Arena missions, including bandits’ tactics and increased ammo for the Tyrant fight.
  
• Corrected mission progression in the Black Sheep and The Key to Freedom missions.

And approximately 50 other issues were fixed.

• Fixed a bug that allows to sell items to the trader for more money that they actually cost.
  
• Fixed input blocking issues with the PDA, inventory, and attachments when interacting with artifacts.
  
• Corrected flashlight behavior after saving/loading.
  
• Resolved issues with grenade type selection, compass marker overlaps, and missing mission markers.
  
• Fixed inconsistencies with weapon and armor upgrade effects, including pricing and upgrade reversals.
  
• Improved HUD behavior and prolonged the duration of "Point of No Return" hints during Down Below mission.
  
• Fixed a bug where player could sell mission items using gamepad.

And approximately 50 minor “anomalies”.

• Restored missing facial animations for Sava in the Hot on the Trail mission and Mugwort in The Eternal Shining mission.
  
• Fixed missing voice lines during the Let No One Leave Unsatisfied mission.
  
• Corrected radio call effects so NPC voices properly reflect distance during communication.

And a couple more things are fixed.

• Fixed flickering textures in various locations, including the Sphere, Military Base and Chemical Plant.
  
• Resolved movement issues, including getting stuck in certain locations during missions like Once More Unto the Breach and A Tough Awakening.
  
• Corrected artifact spawn points in some areas.
  
• Fixed NPC behavior during encounters.
  
• Adjusted voice volume during storm weather for improved audio balance.

And approximately 50 more bugs.

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The work on the game and future patches continues. We are working on fixing the A-Life bugs, which will be addressed in future patches.

Please continue to share your feedback and opinions on forums and social media. We are reading comments, and noting things that we could improve in future updates. If you encounter any more “anomalies” that are not supposed to be in the Zone — report them to our Technical Support Hub. That will help us investigate your particular case and implement fixes faster:

https://support.stalker2.com/hc


Thank you so much for your feedback, passion, and support during this period. Stay sharp, and see you in the Zone, stalker!

Let’s take a look at how to address the most critical and common issues that could interrupt your adventures in the Zone!

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1. Check Your PC Specs
   Make sure your system meets the game’s minimum system requirements.[support.stalker2.com]
   
   
2. Update Your Graphics Drivers
   Use the provided mini-guide[support.stalker2.com] if you encounter any issues updating your drivers.
   
   
3. Verify the Integrity of Game Files
   
   Follow the specific instructions for verifying game files on Steam. [support.stalker2.com]
   
   
4. Run as Administrator
   
   Launch the game as an Administrator to resolve any permission-related crashes.
   
   

Note: If your device doesn’t meet the requirements, consider using GeForce Now[play.geforcenow.com] to play the Steam or Game Pass versions via the cloud.

Some problems can stem from the platform you’re using to launch the game. If you suspect this is the case, check the relevant Troubleshooting Guide for Steam[support.stalker2.com].


If you encounter major issues after successfully launching the application:

1. Shader Compilation Loading Screen Issues
   Follow the instructions tailored to your specific video card.[support.stalker2.com]
   
   
2. In-Game Sound Problems
   If you’re experiencing game-breaking sound issues, refer to the Sound Issues Troubleshooting Guide[support.stalker2.com].
   
   
3. Crashes and Freezes
   Consult our Crash and Freeze Troubleshooting Guide.[support.stalker2.com] This includes points from the previous lists and additional tips for resolving in-game issues.

If the game launches but performance issues occur despite meeting the recommended specs, refer to the Performance Optimization Guide.[support.stalker2.com] Ensure you’ve followed all the necessary steps to optimize your system.


If your input device keeps switching between a controller and other inputs:

• Disconnect all controllers from your PC, including gaming joysticks, steering wheels, and handbrakes.
  
• If encountering controller issues on Xbox, please check out Controller Issues Troubleshooting On Xbox Guide.[support.stalker2.com]

Certain problems may require a unique approach. If none of the above resolves your issue, we’re here to help!

• Submit a request via our support system[support.stalker2.com] and select the Bugs & Technical Issues category.

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With these steps, you’ll be well-equipped to face any obstacles and get back to exploring the Zone. Good luck, stalker!

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is getting a first patch during the week to come — both on PC and Xbox.

The game has been out for several days now (it’s still surreal to say that), and we’ve been following your feedback in all possible forms carefully. To the more than one million stalkers in the Zone, thanks for playing — that means the world to us.

We are sure you have things to handle in the Zone, but so do we.

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• Issues and memory allocation failures, which previously caused the game to exit unexpectedly, particularly around rendering, skeletal meshes, and quest-related cutscenes.

• Several bugs blocking the main quest progression, NPCs getting stuck in objects, incorrect quest markers, and issues with quest cutscenes.
  
• Revision of the main quests (like Visions of Truth or A Minor Incident) to ensure smooth transitions, avoiding rare cases of players not being able to proceed further.

• Fixing the price of the weapons with upgrades installed compared to their value without attachments.
  
• NPCs behavior, including the way they act when lacking a shelter during the Emissions.

• Rarely missing facial animations, misplaced NPCs, and visual inconsistencies like detached heads and clothes clipping.
  
• Quality and stability improvements of the visual effects.

• Issue where players were unable to close the trade screen after putting ammo in a wrong slot while playing on a gamepad.

• Quest notifications now showed correctly during dialogues.
  
• Corrected texts and missing interaction prompts.

• Analogue sticks dead zones bugfixes.
  
• A-Life system bugfixes.

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We want to reassure you once more that we will make every effort to constantly improve your S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl experience. We are truly grateful for your feedback and suggestions for improvement.

Your GSC Game World team.

No wonder it feels a bit crowdy in the Zone. A million copies were sold, and many more stalkers joined the artifact hunt with Game Pass.

This is just the start of our unforgettable adventure. The Heart of Chornobyl emanates stronger with each of us ☢️

With gratitude as deep as the X-Labs network, we want to say: Thank You, stalkers!

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a huge game, with a seamless open world, lots of different mechanics, details, storylines, and quests. We are constantly improving the game with hotfixes and patches, but to find the "anomalies" to fix, we need your help.

If you encounter strange behavior, a bug, a crash, or are unsure whether the game is working as intended, please leave a request for Technical Support, sharing all the details about your case, on the special website we’ve prepared.

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• Browse the Knowledge Base
  
  We know you like to be prepared, and we've got your back with a stack of useful articles and guides at support.stalker2.com. These cover a wide range of topics—from basic troubleshooting and performance tips to guidance on common issues players face. Think of it as your tech-support stash: you’ll find answers and tips you didn’t even know you needed!
  
  
• Submit a Request for Technical Assistance
  
  Can’t find what you’re looking for? Or maybe your issue is as rare as an artifact? Submitting a request is quick and easy, and our team will investigate the issue and get back to you as soon as possible. Just head over to support.stalker2.com, and let us know how we can help. Rest assured, each request is treated with priority and respect—after all, every stalker deserves a smooth ride in the Zone!
  
  
• Take a look at numerous articles about the game
  
  Keep an eye on this page and our support site for updates and new articles as we continue improving and expanding our resources. We’ll be adding more guides and tips based on your feedback, so your questions today could help fellow stalkers tomorrow!

Please, refer to this website as your first source for help with technical issues. If you create the topic on the Steam Forum — there are fewer chances that it will be reviewed.

Dear stalkers,
It feels utterly surreal to say that, but S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is out now.
That’s totally wild. So was the whole development story.


Despite all the odds, it’s here. Our biggest game, our own story, our love letter to Ukraine. After more than 15 years, the doors to the Zone are opened once again.


This is a very important, very exciting, and very memorable day for all of us.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. is meaningful in its own way for each fan. We hope that those who have been familiar with the universe for a long time will immediately feel at home and recognize that very same S.T.A.L.K.E.R. For all newcomers, we hope you'll immerse yourselves in the magical, alien, and all-powerful Zone, and, feeling its unique emotions, will stay with us for a long time.


This is a project of endless love and passion from the entire team. We genuinely believe that this is felt throughout — you’ll feel it in the handcrafted world, you’ll feel it in the laboratory and in the poppy fields, or during the first emission, or intense battle with a bloodsucker, or the stylish reload of your new gun, or first seeing Prypiat under the moonlight. There are so many things in the game that we are incredibly proud of.

Nevertheless, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is a massive game. We understand that in such a game, there may still be rough edges: we literally haven't released anything of this scale before. We’re absolutely committed to being here, monitoring your feedback, and quickly fixing any issues that need our attention. In the first days after release, we’ll be working with hotfixes, rolling them out as precisely as possible, but as frequently as we can. Then, we’ll switch to larger updates that include constant improvements. There will also be free in-game content — we’ll share its roadmap later in December.
We have big plans for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. universe. In a way, today is both a return and the beginning of a grand new journey.

We’re blessed to have you before, we’re blessed to have you now. The Zone belongs to you. Have fun.

With L.O.V.E.
GSC Game World team