GSC Game World has announced a significant update for Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl with the release of Patch 1.3. This extensive update introduces over 1,200 changes, enhancing various game elements, including smoother monster movements, new death screens, and improvements to NPC behavior, addressing previous player movement blockages.
Players are particularly thrilled to learn that the Saiga D-12 shotgun’s drum magazine can now be found outside the endgame. Additionally, crucial main storyline bugs have been fixed, preventing players from encountering progress-stopping issues.
Last month, Patch 1.2 also focused on game-breaking bugs, adding up to 2,900 changes within two consecutive months, following December’s major update which fixed over 1,800 bugs.
Despite being a day-one Game Pass release, Stalker 2 achieved remarkable sales, reaching 1 million copies sold within days of its November launch. The game is available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, and is included in the catalogs for PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Below are highlights from the Patch 1.3 notes:
Key Enhancements
AI Improvements:
- Enhanced mutant movements during combat.
- Refined NPC reactions to player sounds.
- Improved ambush behavior for mutants when players are hidden.
- Resolved issues preventing NPCs from performing specific combat actions efficiently.
Gameplay Balance Adjustments:
- Adjusted effects of various artifacts.
- Increased the durability of unique mission weapons.
Optimization and Stability:
- Fixed numerous memory leak issues linked to inventory navigation.
- Addressed almost 100 crash-related issues.
Storyline Enhancements:
- Fixed multiple dialogue and progression issues within missions to improve narrative continuity.
This robust update showcases GSC Game World’s commitment to improving the player experience in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, promising a smoother and more immersive gameplay experience. Stay tuned for further updates and enhancements as they continue to refine this highly anticipated title.
