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{{ii}} Installing [http://www.metacognix.com/files/stlkrsoc/index.html ZRP] is greatly recommended as it eliminates most bugs without modifying the game's experience. | {{ii}} Installing [http://www.metacognix.com/files/stlkrsoc/index.html ZRP] is greatly recommended as it eliminates most bugs without modifying the game's experience. | ||
{{++}} Large modding community.<ref>[http://stalker.filefront.com Stalker Mods, Stalker Maps, Stalker Downloads]</ref><ref>[http://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/mods Mods - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl Game - Mod DB]</ref> | {{++}} Large modding community.<ref>[http://stalker.filefront.com Stalker Mods, Stalker Maps, Stalker Downloads]</ref><ref>[http://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/mods Mods - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl Game - Mod DB]</ref> | ||
− | {{++}} Retail and Steam | + | {{++}} Retail CD-keys and some of the Steam ones are now redeemable on GOG.com using the [http://www.gog.com/reclaim reclaim page]. |
{{ii}} Use the [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] to replace the [[GameSpy]] master server. | {{ii}} Use the [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] to replace the [[GameSpy]] master server. | ||
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{{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-STALKER | Steam |}} | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-STALKER | Steam |}} | ||
{{Availability/row| GOG | stalker_shadow_of_chernobyl | DRM-free |}} | {{Availability/row| GOG | stalker_shadow_of_chernobyl | DRM-free |}} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Steam | 4500 | Steam | CD | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 4500 | Steam | Some CD-keys listed in-game under Multiplayer can be redeemed on GOG.com<ref>[http://www.gog.com/forum/general/breclaim_your_gamesb_drmfree_1ee9a/post77 Reclaim your games. DRM-Free!, page 4 - Forum - GOG.com]</ref>.|}} |
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Developers | |
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GSC Game World | |
Publishers | |
THQ | |
Engines | |
X-Ray Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 20, 2007 |
Warnings
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. | |
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl | 2007 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky | 2008 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat | 2009 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Lost Alpha (Unofficial) | 2014 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl | 2023 |
Key points
- Installing ZRP is greatly recommended as it eliminates most bugs without modifying the game's experience.
- Large modding community.[1][2]
- Retail CD-keys and some of the Steam ones are now redeemable on GOG.com using the reclaim page.
- Use the Multi-Patch to replace the GameSpy master server.
General information
- Official website
- The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums
- Official forums
- TweakGuides guide
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Steam | Some CD-keys listed in-game under Multiplayer can be redeemed on GOG.com[3]. |
Essential improvements
Patches
Multi-Patch
The Multi-Patch replaces the GameSpy master servers and optionally forces Vsync. The Steam version is already patched.
v1.0005
- This is the latest official patch for the game. It is best suited overall for Single Player as most multiplayer servers use v1.0006
- Worldwide
- US
- Digital Distribution - This patch is meant for non-Steam digital copies of the game (ex. Direct2Drive).
- Poland
- Czech
- Russian
v1.0006
- Although this is an official patch, it was recalled by the developers due to the extra bugs it caused. It should only be used to gain the optimal multiplayer experience from the game (most servers use v1.0006). Do NOT install this patch otherwise
v1.0004
- Some mods only work with v1.0004. Only use this patch if those mods have no updated version that work with newer versions of the game
- For a guide on how to downgrade a copy of the game from v1.0005 to v1.0004, see Downgrading to v1.0004
- Worldwide
- US
- Digital Distribution - This patch is meant for non-Steam digital copies of the game (ex. Direct2Drive).
- Poland
- Chinese
- Czech
v1.0008 (Unofficial)
Downgrading to v1.0004
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Skip intro videos
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Xetrill's Modified LuaJIT library
- Users has reported increased performance, especially in script-heavy mods.
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Modifications
- The STALKER series has garnered a dedicated following which includes a very active modding community, most of which is based in Russia. Translations are available for most of the popular mods. The best way to determine which type of mod you will enjoy is by first trying the vanilla game out (with ZRP for bugfixes). Below are some basic recommendations.
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Below is a list of popular mods:
- Zone Reclamation Project is a bug fix mod that tries to keep the game as vanilla as possible. Heavily recommended on a first playthrough.
- Float32 adds many new features while increasing performance. It changes nothing about gameplay or looks (except high-quality effects) and is widely considered a must. It is also included in many large overhaul mods for SoC, so research first before trying to merge it with other mods.
- Shaders MAX - is a mod that improves both looks and performance of the game. It includes Float32 as a component, along with other various shader mods. Be wary when trying to combine with other mods which may already contain their own shader improvements.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/4500/pfx/[Note 1] |
- CD key, language and GameSpy ID are stored in
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\GSC Game World\STALKER-SHOC
Save game data location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/4500/pfx/[Note 1] |
- You can modify the save game data location by editing
fsgame.ltx
in gamedata.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
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Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian (e.g. jokes). | |||
French | ||||
German | Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian (e.g. jokes). | |||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Only available in Polish retail release. Not available digitally. | |||
Russian | Steam version only has Russian in Russian version. | |||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | ||||
Ukrainian | An official Ukrainian patch is available here, can be installed over the Russian version of the game only. |
Network
- Multiplayer servers can optionally use BattlEye anti-cheat protection.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 32 | |||
Online play | 32 | Use the Multi-Patch to replace the GameSpy master server. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 3783, 6515, 6667, 13139, 27900, 28900, 29900, 29901 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
"Unable to connect to master server" error
- The GameSpy master server has been shut down; use the Multi-Patch.
Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8, 9 | Running the game in DirectX 9 mode is only possible with dynamic lighting enabled. |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Open Dynamics Engine | |
Audio | OpenAL |
Optimal settings
- Lowering Vision- and Lightning distance, Object quality to 50% improves the performance without suffering major graphical visuals.
- Reducing Grass Density a point or two may help stuttering issues.
Remove head bob
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Enable FPS counter
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Shorter load times
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Glitchy shadows using widescreen resolutions
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Large Address Aware
Improves stability on systems with at least 3GB RAM by allowing the application to use more than 2GB RAM.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 SP4, XP SP2 | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon XP 2200+ Intel Pentium IV 2.0 GHz |
AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1.5 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon 9600 Nvidia GeForce 5700 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 8 compatible | ATI Radeon X1850 Nvidia GeForce 7900 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/4500/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (4500) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
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