S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Walkthrough Guide — Survive, Hunt Artifacts, and Complete Missions
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is the latest installment in the iconic game franchise from GSC Game World, cherished by gamers and praised by critics. In this comprehensive walkthrough guide, discover how to navigate the post-apocalyptic Chernobyl Exclusion Zone as a seasoned stalker. Learn essential survival tips, strategies to defeat dangerous mutants and anomalies, methods to locate valuable artifacts, and steps to accomplish crucial missions. Master the challenges of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and uncover the secrets of the Zone.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is the highly anticipated continuation of the cult game series from GSC Game World, transporting players to the grim and dangerous world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. In this game, you will embark on incredible adventures filled with a post-apocalyptic atmosphere, where every decision can be a matter of life and death. Explore abandoned territories, fight mutants and other stalkers, find valuable artifacts, and uncover the secrets of the Zone. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 offers an engaging storyline, realistic graphics, and a deep survival system, making each playthrough unique.
In this game, you will become a stalker — an artifact hunter and explorer of the mysterious Zone. The game features an open world filled with various quests and events that evolve based on your actions. Be prepared to encounter dangerous anomalies, bloodthirsty mutants, and hostile factions. Your survival skills, tactics, and ability to make quick decisions will be crucial for survival. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 promises to be one of the most captivating and atmospheric games in the post-apocalyptic genre, making it a must-play.
Main Quests
In this section, you will find a complete list of all the main missions available in the game. We will thoroughly analyze each key task, providing step-by-step instructions and valuable tips to help you successfully complete the storyline 100%. Learn how to effectively handle challenges, find important items, and interact with characters to fully immerse yourself in the captivating world of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
Side Quests
In addition to story-driven tasks, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl offers numerous side quests. This section of the guide is dedicated to such tasks. We will tell you how to successfully complete all side missions to earn valuable rewards and improve your survival skills in the Zone. Learn how to find and complete additional tasks, interact with various characters, and get the most out of each quest.
- All Errands for Warlock
- Dangerous Visitors
- Warlocks Deptor
- Stalker Wisdom
- The Lost Boys
- The Poppy Field
- Invisible Nets
- Unknown quest near the Poppy Field
- Piece of Cake
- Unknown Quest at the Deaf Meadow
- All That is Left
- Unknown Quest from Soldiers
- All Jobs From Boozer
- Budmo!
- Unknown Quest at the Junkyard
- A Big Score
- Deceive the Deceiver
- No Honor Among Thieves
- Unknown Quest in the Cement Plant Location
- Shift Change
- A Sign of Hope
- Unknown Bandit Task in the Garbage
- Unknown Task at the Garbage — Save the Stalker from the Anomaly
- Shock Therapy
- The Side Hustle
- Bullseye
- The Mysterious Case
- The Key to Freedom
- On the Edge
- Black Sheep
- All Jobs for the Barkeep
- All Business With Owl
- Three Captains
- Hostile Factions
Guides and Tips
If you encounter difficulties in finding artifacts, don't know how to find the best weapons, or want to improve your reputation with factions, this section of the guide will be an indispensable assistant for you. We offer detailed step-by-step instructions to help you effectively tackle any challenges in the game. Learn where to find rare artifacts, how to obtain the most powerful weapons, and improve relationships with various factions to become a true survival master in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
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Important decisions
As you progress through the main and side quests, players can make choices that can drastically alter the course of events and even the ending. This section compiles all the important decisions.
Artifacts
In this section, you can find guides on all the artifacts in the game. Note that besides regular artifacts, there are also legendary ones. They can be found once per game in special anomalies. To ease your search, we have prepared a series of helpful guides.
Codes and Cheats
In many modern games, gamers can use cheats and console commands. Sometimes this is for fun, and other times it is necessary to bypass softlocks and other issues related to the game's technical state. Additionally, during your playthrough, you will inevitably encounter locked doors and safes that require specific combinations. In this section, you will find both cheats and codes for locked doors.
Weapons and Armor
In the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, gamers can find a plethora of weapons and armor, but sometimes locating the best gear can be challenging. To make your gameplay more comfortable, we have prepared a list of guides with detailed descriptions of weapons, armor, and other aspects that will be useful throughout your journey.
Collectibles
Collectible items in games are not uncommon, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is surely no exception. If you want to find all the collectibles in the game, this section of the guide will be your reliable companion. We will provide you with detailed maps and tips to help you locate every collectible item. Learn where to search for rare and valuable finds to uncover all the secrets of the game and get the most enjoyment from your playthrough.
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