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* [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/213-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-czech-patch/ Czech] | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/213-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-czech-patch/ Czech] | ||
* [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/214-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-russian-patch/ Russian] | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/214-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-russian-patch/ Russian] | ||
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+ | ====v1.0004==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} 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 | ||
+ | {{ii}} For a guide on how to downgrade a copy of the game from v1.0005 to v1.0004, see [[#Downgrading to v1.0004|Downgrading to v1.0004]] | ||
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+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/220-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-worldwide-patch/ Worldwide] | ||
+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/221-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-us-patch/ US] | ||
+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/222-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-digital-distribution-patch/ Digital Distribution] - This patch is meant for non-Steam digital copies of the game (ex. Direct2Drive). | ||
+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/223-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-poland-patch/ Poland] | ||
+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/224-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-chinese-patch/ Chinese] | ||
+ | * [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/225-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-czech-patch/ Czech] | ||
====Unofficial v1.0008 Patch==== | ====Unofficial v1.0008 Patch==== | ||
[http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/503-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-unofficial-patch/ Worldwide] | [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/503-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-unofficial-patch/ Worldwide] | ||
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+ | ===Downgrading to v1.0004=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{fixbox/fix|Downgrading to 1.0004}} | ||
+ | # Open the [[Registry Editor]]: | ||
+ | #* Vista and later: open the Start screen/Start menu, type <code>regedit</code> and press {{key|Enter}}. | ||
+ | #* Windows XP: press {{key|Win|R}}, type <code>regedit</code> and press {{key|Enter}}. | ||
+ | # Go to <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\GSC Game World\STALKER-SHOC</code> | ||
+ | # If you can't find it there, search for "installvers". | ||
+ | # If there is no "InstallLang" value located here, you need to add a string and enter the language code you use (for the US version, this is "en"). | ||
+ | # Install the [[#v1.0004|1.0004 patch]] from above links (choose the version corresponding to the main language used in-game) which will install the files into a THQ folder in your Program Files by default. | ||
+ | # Copy all these files into your STALKER installation's gamedata folder. | ||
+ | # If you encounter an error saying the patch can only be used for "[en]", then replace the aforementioned language value with whatever is it in the brackets in the error message. | ||
+ | # Delete gamedata.dbc and gamedata.dbd as these are 1.0006 only files. | ||
+ | }} | ||
===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Start game with -nointro [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Start game with -nointro [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Xetrill's Modified LuaJIT library=== | ||
+ | {{++}} Users has reported increased performance, especially in script-heavy mods. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Use replacement files}} | ||
+ | # Download [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/504-stalker-soccop-xetrills-modified-luajit/ the modified library]. | ||
+ | # Extract the content of <code>LuaJIT_EXPERIMENTAL_latest.zip/bin</code> in <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code>. | ||
+ | '''Notes:''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} It is recommended to backup the conflicting files before replacement. | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 01:57, 4 August 2015
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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
v1.0004
- 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
Unofficial v1.0008 Patch
Downgrading to v1.0004
Instructions |
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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.
Instructions |
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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.
Instructions |
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Notes:
- If the mod comes with an executable, you may need to point it manually to the correct installation folder. If it comes as a file package, extract and copy the mod's contents into your gamedata folder.
- To patch your mod or to add new ones on top, overwrite and merge your installation's gamedata folder with the new one.
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Zone Reclamation Project
- Fixes many bugs present in final version of game
- Keeps game as vanilla as possible
- Improved UI and controls
L.U.R.K
- Revamps many game mechanics, including enemy AI and ballistics
- Considered to be unforgiving in difficulty
Shaders MAX
- Many improvments in visual quality
- Can be combined with other mods to increase visual fidelity
- May be incompatible with some other mods that alter shaders
S.T.A.L.K.E.R Complete
- Overhauls many game mechanics
- Fixes many bugs present in the final game
- Many improvements in visual quality
- Comes with easy to use installer
- Changes many core game mechanics
Lost Alpha
- Restores game mechanics and levels cut from final game
- Visual tweaks
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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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
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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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 |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
Instructions |
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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
Instructions |
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Enable FPS counter
Instructions |
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Shorter load times
Instructions |
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Glitchy shadows using widescreen resolutions
Instructions |
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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 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.
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