Stalker 2 1.3.1 Patch Notes Released

Stalker 2

GSC Game World created the next-generation follow-up to the critically successful S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The game, which is set in the post-apocalyptic Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, combines horror, immersive sim, and first-person shooter features to produce a distinctive survival experience.

The game's plot is non-linear, and the Zone's destiny is influenced by the decisions made by the player. With its groundbreaking graphics and immersive experience, it is built on top of Unreal Engine 5.

The game universe can be enhanced and expanded by gamers with official mod support. A multiplayer feature will also be included as a free upgrade following the game's release.

Stalker 2 1.3.1 Patch Notes

On March 27, STALKER 2 got version 1.3.1, which included 22 new features. In addition to six other updates that target other game systems, the patch contains 15 mission problem fixes that guarantee more seamless quest progression. The general stability and gameplay experience are intended to be enhanced by this upgrade.

Technical Fixes

• Fixed an issue where NPCs could not return to their designated places after the Emission.
• Fixed an issue where the sound effect for entering Ribs' anomaly could loop and repeat every 10 seconds.
• Fixed an issue when the crosshairs could not be disabled through the settings.
• Fixed an issue where all drag'n'drop actions are done with a delay in any item container at the STC Malachite location.
• Improved voiceover positioning. Fixed issue when the player could only hear the voice through one earbud.
• Fixed an issue where item highlighting did not move to the next item when looting with a gamepad.
• Fixed a dozen of EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION errors, and other crashes.

Main Story, Side Quests, and Encounters

• Fixed an issue where Scar could be missing at X-17 lab during the Visions of Truth mission.
• Fixed an issue where the “Get the Control Emitter from the technician” mission stage of the Dawn of a New Day mission could not be started due to the death of Powerplug.
• Fixed an issue where the mission objective Find Spirit could not end if the player talks to Spirit again right after the first dialog during The Boundary mission.
• Fixed an issue where mission Chasing Ghosts could not progress after activating tower equipment.
• Fixed an issue where the mission objective "Talk to Scar" could not be completed for some users if Richter is dead during The Road to the Foundation mission.
• Fixed an issue where the player could fall into the elevator shaft without any possibility of getting out during the Let No One Leave Unsatisfied mission.
• Fixed an issue where the “Get inside the underground lab” objective could start without obtaining Emitter from Powerplug during the Dawn of a New Day mission.
• Fixed an issue where Simon Dubny could be missing The Faust's cell during the Hot on the Trail mission.
• Fixed an issue where the doors to the underground tunnel and Location D could be closed for some players during the Once More unto the Breach mission.
• Fixed an issue where the mission Dark Times could be blocked due to the death of Jarl.
• Fixed an issue where the NPC could block the entrance to the watch post during The Assault on the Duga mission.
• Fixed an issue when the dialog with Roosevelt did not start during the Legends of the Zone mission.
• Fixed an issue where the door to the Forestry location could be locked at the Extreme Simplicity mission start.
• Fixed an issue where monolith NPCs could enter safe zone in Prypiat during the The Road to the Foundation mission.
• Fixed an issue where Richter's body could be missing after the bossfight with Korshunov.

Stalker 2 Gameplay

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl offers a single-player experience with a deep, non-linear storyline. The game includes full controller support, making it accessible across different platforms.

Additionally, a multiplayer mode is planned to be released soon after launch as a free update, allowing players to explore the post-apocalyptic Zone with others.

Stalker 2 Requirements