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Revision as of 15:51, 21 September 2014

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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
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Developers
GSC Game World
Publishers
THQ
Engines
X-Ray Engine
Release dates
Windows March 20, 2007
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl on Wikipedia

Warnings

GameSpy online services have been shut down (see Network for solutions).
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
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]
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
Amazon.com
DRM details are not known
Error: key type '{{{5}}}' not recognised
Error: OS parameter cannot be empty
GamersGate
Requires online activation
DRM: SecuROM
Error: key type '{{{5}}}' not recognised
Error: OS parameter cannot be empty
GOG.com
DRM-free
Error: key type '{{{5}}}' not recognised
Error: OS parameter cannot be empty
Steam
Icon overlay.png
Error: key type '{{{5}}}' not recognised
Error: OS parameter cannot be empty

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

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

v1.0008 (Unofficial)

Download: http://www.firedrive.com/file/41EA137084E18A4D

  • New console commands
  • Better performance
  • Keep in mind! will not work with mods that change large parts of the core game, examples: Zone of Alienation and AMK Mod..

Changelog Changes in 1.0008:

  • Exposed fov and hud_fov commands to change fov ingame
  • Updated r__detail_density to allow increased grass density
  • Added r__detail_radius variable to change grass distance
  • Added non-toggle sprint (add bind sprint kLSHIFT in user.ltx, sprint_toggle still works fine too)
  • Added take all hotkey in inventories (same button as sprint_toggle, default X)
  • Update r__detail_density and r__detail_radius to take effect without needing engine restart
  • Updated r*_tf_mipbias and r__geometry_lod to allow for more values
  • Increased stack/heap size (less chance of crashes)
  • Increased DVB/DIB size (graphics buffers) and exposed rs_vb_size/rs_ib_size commands to allow changing them
  • Fixed splash screen to remove that gray border shit
  • Allow network support with 1.0006 game servers

Changes in 1.0008a:

  • Expose hud_adjust_mode and hud_adjust_value cvars
  • Allow using numkeys for conversation replies
  • Enable using sprint_toggle key to open trade window

Changes in 1.0008b:

  • Added menu_fps_cap cvar, default value 60, 0 to disable fps cap (pls let me know how it goes)
  • Some initial groundwork for R3 renderer, change your user.ltx file to use "renderer renderer_r3" to see a nice error box because the R3 dll isn't ready yet :^)


Downgrading to v1.0004
Instructions

Skip intro videos

Instructions

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.

Instructions
Instructions

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.
  • Complete Mod 2012 is one of the most popular but also controversial mods. It contains major bug fixes, A.I improvements, upgraded shaders, new higher resolution textures, sounds, music, weather and visual effects but also a large amount of important changes to the gameplay core that may spoil the STALKER experience for some. A list of changes can be found on its MODDB page.

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

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System Location
Steam Play (Linux) <Steam-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
Steam Play (Linux) <Steam-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
GOG Galaxy
Steam Cloud

Video settings

Basic video settings
Advanced video settings (Vsync and 60Hz frequency not visible)

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Field of view (FOV)

Instructions

Input settings

Controls menu

Template:Input settings

Audio settings

Audio menu

Template:Audio settings

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
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

Network

Multiplayer servers can optionally use BattlEye anti-cheat protection.

Multiplayer types

Type Native Players Notes
LAN play
32
Online play
32 Use the Multi-Patch to replace the GameSpy master server.

Connection types

Ports

Protocol Port(s) and/or port range(s)
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

Optimal settings

An easy way to improve visuals and reduce random stuttering is to lower Vision- and Lighting distance, plus Object-Quality bar to around 50%. Again quality difference is minimal, but fps improves. Reducing the Grass Density a point or two also may help stuttering outdoors.

Remove head bob

Instructions

Enable FPS counter

Instructions

Shorter load times

Instructions

Shadow Glitch Fix

Altering this setting can fix a shadow glitch that usually occurs at widescreen resolutions.
Instructions

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 2000 SP4, XP SP2
Processor (CPU) AMD Athlon XP 2200+
Intel Pentium IV 2.0 GHz
System memory (RAM) 512 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 10 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon 9600
Nvidia GeForce 5700
128 MB of VRAM
DirectX 8 compatible

Notes

  1. 1.0 1.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in ~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/4500/ in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (4500) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.

References