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− | == | + | {{Infobox game |
− | + | |cover = S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl Cover.jpg | |
+ | |developers = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|GSC Game World}} | ||
+ | |publishers = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|THQ}} | ||
+ | |engines = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/engine|X-Ray Engine}} | ||
+ | |release dates= | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|March 20, 2007}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl|82}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic||}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|s-t-a-l-k-e-r-shadow-of-chernobyl|}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Shooter }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. }} | ||
+ | |steam appid = 4500 | ||
+ | |steam appid side = 4830 | ||
+ | |gogcom id = 1207660573 | ||
+ | |gogcom id side = | ||
+ | |official site= https://soc.stalker-game.com/ | ||
+ | |hltb = 8038 | ||
+ | |igdb = | ||
+ | |lutris = stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl | ||
+ | |strategywiki = S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl | ||
+ | |mobygames = 27172 | ||
+ | |wikipedia = S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl | ||
+ | |winehq = 4794 | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | {{Introduction | |
+ | |introduction = | ||
− | = | + | |release history = |
− | |||
− | = | + | |current state = Installing [http://www.metacognix.com/files/stlkrsoc/index.html Zone Reclamation Project] is greatly recommended as it eliminates most bugs without modifying the game's experience. |
− | + | }} | |
− | + | '''General information''' | |
+ | {{mm}} [https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/STALKER_1.html TweakGuides guide] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [http://www.gsc-game.com/?t=community&s=forums&s_game_type=xr&lang=en Official forums] | ||
+ | {{GOG.com links|1207660573|stalker_series|for game series}} | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/4500/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
− | == | + | ==Availability== |
− | + | {{Availability| | |
+ | {{Availability/row| Retail | | key | American release. CD key only required for multiplayer. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} on European copies, <br /> {{DRM|StarForce|4}} on Russian copies. <br /> All DRM methods are removed by the multi-patch. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Gamersgate | stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| GOG.com | stalker_shadow_of_chernobyl | DRM-free, key | Serial key for multiplayer shown in the game's library entry. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| GMG | stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-pc | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Humble | stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Steam | 4500 | Steam, key | Some CD keys can be redeemed on GOG.com<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/general/breclaim_your_gamesb_drmfree_1ee9a/page1|title=GOG.com - Forum - Reclaim your games. DRM-Free!|date=2022-12-06}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Aemony|date=2022-12-06|comment=Based on testing in 2022 this still works, but probably requires a CD key purchased from an older batch from around 2015 or earlier.}}</ref> | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110515061722/http://www.gamesforwindows.com/en-US/Games/Fallout-3/|title=Fallout 3 - Games for Windows|date=19 August 2022}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
− | + | ==Essential improvements== | |
− | + | ===Patches=== | |
+ | ====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/503-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-unofficial-patch Unofficial v1.0008 Patch]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Compatible with Zone Reclamation Project. | ||
+ | {{--}} Causes 1-3 minute freeze when going to main menu. See [[#Unofficial_v1.0008_Patch_crashing|Unofficial_v1.0008_Patch_crashing]] | ||
+ | Unofficial patch by "Codebro" that provides some fixes to the renderer and gameplay. | ||
− | == | + | ====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/216-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-recalled-patch 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. | |
− | + | <br>This is the version that Steam and GOG come with.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/stalker_series/downgrade_instructions/page1|title=GOG version|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/4500/discussions/0/846965611321698271/|title=Steam version|date=May 2023}}</ref><br/> | |
− | |||
− | == | + | ====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/209-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-patch v1.0005]==== |
− | + | This is the latest official patch for the game. It is best suited for Single Player. | |
− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | + | ====[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/220-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-patch 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. The first version without the grass shading effect. | ||
+ | ====Downgrading from v1.0006==== | ||
+ | A guide on how to downgrade a copy of the game to v1.0005 or v1.0004 can be found in the [https://www.gog.com/forum/stalker_series/downgrade_instructions/page1 GOG.com Community Discussions]. | ||
+ | {{++}} The [https://web.archive.org/web/20231210211327/https://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] replaces the [[GameSpy]] master servers and optionally forces [[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vsync]]. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already patched, however the Steam version of the game still has broken Vsync implementation, to fix this go opt-in, in the most recent beta branch. | ||
− | [[ | + | ===Skip intro videos=== |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Start game with <code>-nointro</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Suicide machine|date=2019-06-20)}}</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[http://www.metacognix.com/files/stlkrsoc/index.html Zone Reclamation Project]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Keeps the game as vanilla as possible. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes many bugs present in final version of game. | ||
+ | {{++}} Improved UI and controls. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/504-stalker-soccop-xetrills-modified-luajit/ Xetrill's Modified LuaJIT library]=== | ||
+ | {{++}} Users have reported increased performance, especially with script-heavy mods. | ||
+ | {{--}} It can crash some more complex mods like those in the NS/Soup family. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2987-grass-shadows-from-v10-10003-extended-cvars Grass Shadows from v1.0-1.0003 & Extended CVars]=== | ||
+ | {{++}} Restores grass shadows effect, that was removed in the 1.0004 version of the game. | ||
+ | {{++}} Extends engine capabilities to improve experience on the widescreen and ultra widescreen resolutions. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Game data== | ||
+ | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
+ | {{Game data| | ||
+ | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|public}}\Documents\stalker-shoc\}} | ||
+ | {{Game data/config|GOG.com|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Stalker-SHOC\}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} CD key, language and [[GameSpy]] ID are stored in <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\{{p|wow64}}\GSC Game World\STALKER-SHOC</code> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Save game data location=== | ||
+ | {{Game data| | ||
+ | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|public}}\Documents\stalker-shoc\savedgames\}} | ||
+ | {{Game data/saves|GOG.com|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\Stalker-SHOC\savedgames\}} | ||
+ | {{Game data/saves|Steam|{{P|game}}\_appdata_\savedgames\}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} The save game data location can be changed by editing {{file|fsgame.ltx}} in {{file|{{p|game}}|folder}}. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
+ | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
+ | |discord = | ||
+ | |discord notes = | ||
+ | |epic games launcher = | ||
+ | |epic games launcher notes = | ||
+ | |gog galaxy = false | ||
+ | |gog galaxy notes = | ||
+ | |origin = | ||
+ | |origin notes = | ||
+ | |steam cloud = true | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Video== | ||
+ | {{Image|StalkerSoC BasicVideo.jpg|Basic video settings}} | ||
+ | {{Image|StalkerSoC AdvancedVideo.jpg|Advanced video settings (Vsync and 60 Hz frequency not visible)}} | ||
+ | {{Video | ||
+ | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/stalker-shadow-chernobyl | ||
+ | |widescreen wsgf award = silver | ||
+ | |multimonitor wsgf award = silver | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen wsgf award = incomplete | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
+ | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
+ | |widescreen resolution notes= Some HUD elements may be stretched. | ||
+ | |multimonitor = true | ||
+ | |multimonitor notes = Some HUD elements may be stretched. | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen = true | ||
+ | |ultrawidescreen notes = Gameplay is 21:9 but the HUD is 16:9 stretched.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://imgur.com/a/q4NPl|title=Imgur|date=May 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
+ | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
+ | |fov = hackable | ||
+ | |fov notes = 67.5° Vertical - See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]] | ||
+ | |windowed = true | ||
+ | |windowed notes = | ||
+ | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
+ | |borderless windowed notes = Use [[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed#Borderless Gaming|Borderless Gaming]] or similar software.<br/>Note: The game prevents use of hotkeys, and tries keeping its window on-top. | ||
+ | |anisotropic = true | ||
+ | |anisotropic notes = Up to 16 samples. | ||
+ | |antialiasing = limited | ||
+ | |antialiasing notes = Only functional on Static lighting. [[SSAA]], up to 4x, but limits internal rendering resolution to 2048x2048.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Vlad 54rus|date=2021-07-20|comment=When increasing antialiasing setting step by step - "SSample:" in the console caps at 2048x2048. Activating antialiasing at higher resolutions (such as 2560x1440) seems to follow this cap and results in undersampling/blurry image}}</ref><br/>For AA use either MSAA which is available in Nvidia Inspector (via 0x00001041 flag), SGSSAA (via 0x0000D0C1 flag) or Dynamic Super Resolution from Nvidia/Virtual Super Resolution from AMD. | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
+ | |vsync = limited | ||
+ | |vsync notes = In-game Vsync option is broken in retail & Steam versions.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/STALKER_6.html|title=TweakGuides.com - STALKER: Shadow of Chernobyl Tweak Guide - In-Game Settings (Pt.2)|date=May 2023}}</ref> Use the [[#Patches|Multi-Patch]] to fix it. Vsync is always enabled in GOG versions. <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.gog.com/forum/stalker_series/performance_question#:~:text=7-,Actually%2C%20v%2Dsync%20is%20always%20on%20in%20our%20versions%20of%20the,the%20hardware)%2C%20so%20we%20decided%20it%27s%20safer%20to%20force%20v%2Dsync.,-Strijkbout|title=Performance question! GOG forums admin GOG response|date=May 2024}}</ref> | ||
+ | |60 fps = true | ||
+ | |60 fps notes = | ||
+ | |120 fps = true | ||
+ | |120 fps notes = No frame rate or refresh rate cap.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://web.archive.org/web/20160913143805/http://120hz.net/showthread.php?3258-New-120Hz-Games-Report|title=New 120Hz Games Report|date=May 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | |hdr = false | ||
+ | |hdr notes = | ||
+ | |ray tracing = false | ||
+ | |ray tracing notes = | ||
+ | |color blind = false | ||
+ | |color blind notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install FOV Switcher|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/35-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-fov-switcher/ FOV Switcher] and extract it. | ||
+ | # Copy the appropriate exe file to the {{file|{{P|game}}\BIN|folder}} folder and launch it. | ||
+ | {{ii}} To restore the settings to default, use the patcher again. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install unofficial 1.0008 patch|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140903021608/https://pastebin.com/CtQ7zfkA|title=web.archive.org|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Download unofficial [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/503-stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl-unofficial-patch-10008/?changelog=417/ 1.0008 patch]. | ||
+ | # Replace {{file|XR_3DA.exe}} in {{file|{{P|game}}\bin|folder}}. | ||
+ | # Run the game and open the console with <code>~</code>. | ||
+ | # Enter <code>fov x</code> where <code>x</code> is the FOV you want to use (75, 90, 110 ect). | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Manually patch xrGame.dll|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/4500/discussions/0/620700960626854029/|title=Steam Community|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Multiply your desired FOV by 2, eg. 45 degrees x 2 = 90. | ||
+ | # Convert the value to hexadecimal, eg. 90 = 5A. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|{{P|game}}/bin/xrGame.dll}} in a hex editor app (e.g. HxD). | ||
+ | # Search for the hex string "42 F0 A7 C6 3D", which should be found at address 53C59B if the game is unmodified. | ||
+ | # Change the value preceding it to the desired value, eg. "5A 42 F0 A7 C6 3D" | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} As a precaution, make a backup of {{file|{{P|game}}\bin\xrGame.dll}} before editing it. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} It is highly recommended not to play online with the FOV hack installed. | ||
+ | {{--}} Clipping issues are more noticeable.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/gallery/image/1978-with-fov-mod/|title=community.pcgamingwiki.com|date=May 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Input== | ||
+ | {{Image|StalkerSoC Controls.jpg|Controls menu}} | ||
+ | {{Input | ||
+ | |key remap = true | ||
+ | |key remap notes = | ||
+ | |acceleration option = hackable | ||
+ | |acceleration option notes = Disable through console with "cam_inert 0". | ||
+ | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
+ | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
+ | |mouse menu = true | ||
+ | |mouse menu notes = | ||
+ | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
+ | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
+ | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
+ | |touchscreen notes = | ||
+ | |controller support = false | ||
+ | |controller support notes = | ||
+ | |full controller = unknown | ||
+ | |full controller notes = | ||
+ | |controller remap = unknown | ||
+ | |controller remap notes = | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity = unknown | ||
+ | |controller sensitivity notes= | ||
+ | |invert controller y-axis = unknown | ||
+ | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
+ | |xinput controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |xinput controllers notes = | ||
+ | |xbox prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |xbox prompts notes = | ||
+ | |impulse triggers = unknown | ||
+ | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
+ | |playstation controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |playstation controller models = | ||
+ | |playstation controllers notes = | ||
+ | |playstation prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |playstation prompts notes = | ||
+ | |light bar support = unknown | ||
+ | |light bar support notes = | ||
+ | |dualsense adaptive trigger support = unknown | ||
+ | |dualsense adaptive trigger support notes = | ||
+ | |dualsense haptics support = unknown | ||
+ | |dualsense haptics support notes = | ||
+ | |playstation connection modes = | ||
+ | |playstation connection modes notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
+ | |other controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |other controllers notes = | ||
+ | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |other button prompts notes= | ||
+ | |controller hotplug = unknown | ||
+ | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
+ | |haptic feedback = unknown | ||
+ | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
+ | |simultaneous input = unknown | ||
+ | |simultaneous input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input api = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input api notes = | ||
+ | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
+ | |steam hook input notes = | ||
+ | |steam input presets = unknown | ||
+ | |steam input presets notes = | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Audio== | ||
+ | {{Image|StalkerSoC Audio.jpg|Audio menu}} | ||
+ | {{Audio | ||
+ | |separate volume = true | ||
+ | |separate volume notes = SFX and music only. | ||
+ | |surround sound = true | ||
+ | |surround sound notes = Up to 7.0 output<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |subtitles notes = [https://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/addons/in-game-cc-and-subtitles-1-00 fan made subtitles and cc (not compatible with ZRP)]<br>Subtitles can appear small on high resolution displays (eg. 1440p or 4K). Use [https://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/addons/4k-font-for-shadow-of-chernobyl-bigger-text this] mod to fix that. | ||
+ | |closed captions = hackable | ||
+ | |closed captions notes = [https://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/addons/in-game-cc-and-subtitles-1-00 fan made subtitles and cc (not compatible with ZRP)]<br>Subtitles can appear small on high resolution displays (eg. 1440p or 4K). Use [https://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/addons/4k-font-for-shadow-of-chernobyl-bigger-text this] mod to fix that. | ||
+ | |mute on focus lost = true | ||
+ | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
+ | |eax support = true | ||
+ | |eax support notes = EAX 2.0. HRTF can be used without any audio card with some modification. See [[#Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF|Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF]]. | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Replace OpenAL32.dll file|fix= | ||
+ | :1. Go to the [https://openal-soft.org/#download main OpenAL Soft] page and download both the latest Source Code release and Win64/Win32 Binary Files. | ||
+ | :2. Unpack {{file|soft_oal.dll}} from {{file|bin\win32|folder}} directory in the binary archive, rename it to {{file|OpenAL32.dll}} and replace the existing one located in {{file|{{p|game}}\bin|folder}}. | ||
+ | :3. Create a folder called '''OpenAL''' in {{file|%AppData%|folder}} and unpack the {{file|hrtf|folder}} folder from the source code archive in there. Create a new text file in {{file|%AppData%|folder}} called {{file|alsoft.ini}} and add the following line: | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | [general] | ||
+ | hrtf=true | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | :4. Save it and then run the game. | ||
+ | :5. To check if the Open Al Soft driver is working, open the developer console using {{key|~}}, scroll up with the {{key|Page Up}} key and locate a message that says: | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | SOUND: OpenAL: Required device: OpenAL Soft. Created device: OpenAL Soft | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Use Rapture 3D=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.blueripplesound.com/download/rapture3d_game_edition Game Edition]|ref=|fix= | ||
+ | Install Rapture 3D, put rapture3d_oal.dll and replace OpenAL32.dll in the game directory from. Choosing OpenAL in Sound options may be needed. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Rapture3D Game has only six predefined HRFT methods and will not allow raw ".mhr" files. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{L10n|content= | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = English | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Belarusian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://www.belarusity.com/stalker-soc download].<br>''Taraškievica.''<br>Available in both Cyrillic and Latin. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Traditional Chinese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = false | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Czech | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = unknown | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | |ref = <ref>{{Refcheck|user=Averygoodperson|date=2023-02-18|comment=In the gamedata file from the GOG version I found Czech localization files.}}</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = French | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = German | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Hungarian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://magyaritasok.hu/games/s-t-a-l-k-e-r-shadow-of-chernobyl download]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Italian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Japanese | ||
+ | |interface = false | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://w.atwiki.jp/stalker_soc/pages/56.html download]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Polish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Official polish voice–over translation | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://tribogamer.com/traducoes/404_traducao-do-s-t-a-l-k-e-r-shadow-of-chernobyl-para-portugues-do-brasil.html download]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Serbian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = [https://srbifikatori.rs/igre/stalker_shadow_of_chernobyl Fan translation] based on original Russian and Ukrainian versions.<br>Available in both Cyrillic and Latin. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Spanish | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = true | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Turkish | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [http://forum.donanimhaber.com/m_39461452/tm.htm download]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Ukrainian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = hackable | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Official translation patch from GSC, [http://soc.stalker-game.ru/?page=misc_downloads download]. Already included in Steam version, and available as an extra on GOG.com. Duty, the military, mercenaries and the Monolith still speak Russian. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Network== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Multiplayer servers can optionally use [http://www.battleye.com BattlEye] anti-cheat protection. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Network/Multiplayer | ||
+ | |local play = | ||
+ | |local play players = | ||
+ | |local play modes = | ||
+ | |local play notes = | ||
+ | |lan play = true | ||
+ | |lan play players = 32 | ||
+ | |lan play modes = | ||
+ | |lan play notes = | ||
+ | |online play = hackable | ||
+ | |online play players = 32 | ||
+ | |online play modes = | ||
+ | |online play notes = Use the [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] to replace the [[GameSpy]] master server. | ||
+ | |asynchronous = | ||
+ | |asynchronous notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Network/Connections | ||
+ | |matchmaking = false | ||
+ | |matchmaking notes = | ||
+ | |p2p = false | ||
+ | |p2p notes = | ||
+ | |dedicated = true | ||
+ | |dedicated notes = | ||
+ | |self-hosting = true | ||
+ | |self-hosting notes = | ||
+ | |direct ip = true | ||
+ | |direct ip notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Network/Ports | ||
+ | |tcp = 3783, 6515, 6667, 13139, 27900, 28900, 29900, 29901 | ||
+ | |udp = | ||
+ | |upnp = unknown | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==VR support== | ||
+ | {{VR support | ||
+ | |gg3d name = | ||
+ | |native 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision gg3d award = | ||
+ | |tridef 3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |iz3d gg3d award = | ||
+ | |native 3d = unknown | ||
+ | |native 3d notes = | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision = hackable | ||
+ | |nvidia 3d vision notes = See [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2017/12/stalker-shadow-of-chernobyl.html Helix Mod: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl]. | ||
+ | |tridef 3d = unknown | ||
+ | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
+ | |iz3d = unknown | ||
+ | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vr only = | ||
+ | |htc vive = | ||
+ | |htc vive notes = | ||
+ | |oculus rift = | ||
+ | |oculus rift notes = | ||
+ | |osvr = | ||
+ | |osvr notes = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
+ | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest = | ||
+ | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
+ | |novint falcon = | ||
+ | |novint falcon notes = | ||
+ | |trackir = | ||
+ | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
+ | |play area seated = | ||
+ | |play area seated notes = | ||
+ | |play area standing = | ||
+ | |play area standing notes = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale = | ||
+ | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Issues fixed== | ||
+ | {{ii}} TweakGuides has created a [https://tweakguides.pcgamingwiki.com/STALKER_1.html comprehensive guide] for advanced tweaking and fixing issues in this game. | ||
+ | ==="Unable to connect to master server" error=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The [[GameSpy]] master server has been shut down; use the [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Toggle aim down sights=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Create AutoHotkey script|fix= | ||
+ | # Download [https://www.autohotkey.com/ AutoHotkey] | ||
+ | # Copy the [https://autohotkey.com/boards/viewtopic.php?p=90462&sid=8b2982bf83882e6a28adf1e9ccddfa9c#p90462 code] to the clipboard (CTRL+C). | ||
+ | # Open AutoHotkey, go to File>Edit script, paste the code in Notepad. | ||
+ | # Change "Fallout4" to the "S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow Of Chernobyl" in the code (for other games, edit by title written in start bar of running game). | ||
+ | # Go to File>Reload Script in AutoHotkey. | ||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{--}} AutoHotKey ''must'' be run as administrator to work.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://discordapp.com/channels/547440061478862848/547440061478862850/590724115502202880|title=@∞D AUDIO Wiki Master#3423 on the 3D Game Audio Discord server|date=2019-06-19|snippet=1. that Shadow of Chernobyl toggle aim tweak requires AutoHotKey to be run as Administrator. It will not work without it}}</ref> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Mouse Delay and bad frametimes=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Selecting normal or full dynamic lighting will cause the game to saturate the CPU by one core, which will cause stutters. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Set lighting to Static Lighting|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://forum.notebookreview.com/threads/mouse-delay-on-s-t-a-l-k-e-r.448444/#post-5700842|title=Mouse Delay on S.T.A.L.K.E.R.|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Key bindings lost every game restart=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Change savegame/config folder permision|fix= | ||
+ | # Find folder: | ||
+ | STALKER-SHOC | ||
+ | |||
+ | In Vista and above, in: | ||
+ | |||
+ | <code>%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Stalker-STCS\</code> | ||
+ | or | ||
+ | <code>%PUBLIC%\Documents\</code> | ||
+ | |||
+ | In XP and in CoP: | ||
+ | |||
+ | <code>%PUBLIC%\Public Documents\</code> | ||
+ | |||
+ | Just copy and paste these locations to the Windows address bar and press enter. | ||
+ | |||
+ | and RBM on folder>uncheck read only>apply for all>OK | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Glitchy shadows when using widescreen resolutions=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Edit User.LTX|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|User.LTX}}. | ||
+ | # Change <code>r2_sun_near</code> to <code>20.</code>. Value can go from 1 to 50 and experimentation with it might be required to avoid further shadow issues. | ||
+ | # Change <code>r2_sun_near_border</code> to <code>1.</code>. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Stretched scopes when using widescreen resolutions=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.gamefront.com/games/stalker/file/fixed-widescreen-scopes-16-9 Fixed Widescreen Scopes 16:9]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Patrxgt|date=2024-05-12|comment=Comment (optional)}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Steam version does not launch on Windows 10/11, BugTrap reports error at 0023:000DB95E=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Mandatory ASLR prevents game from running|fix= | ||
+ | # Open Windows Defender. | ||
+ | # In App & browser control, open Exploit protection settings. | ||
+ | # In Program settings, add an exception for {{file|XR_3DA.exe}}. | ||
+ | # Disable "Force randomization for images (Mandatory ASLR)". | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Unofficial v1.0008 Patch crashing=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=When using this patch the game may freeze when going to the game's menu|fix= | ||
+ | # Open the console with <code>~</code> | ||
+ | # Enter <code>menu_fps_cap 0</code>,<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://arch.b4k.co/v/thread/381299170/#381310473|title=arch.b4k.co|date=9 June 2023}}</ref> the default value is <code>60</code> if needed to revert the change. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Other information== | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===API=== | ||
+ | {{API | ||
+ | |direct3d versions = 9.0c | ||
+ | |direct3d notes = | ||
+ | |directdraw versions = | ||
+ | |directdraw notes = | ||
+ | |opengl versions = | ||
+ | |opengl notes = | ||
+ | |glide versions = | ||
+ | |glide notes = | ||
+ | |software mode = | ||
+ | |software mode notes = | ||
+ | |mantle support = | ||
+ | |mantle support notes = | ||
+ | |vulkan versions = | ||
+ | |vulkan notes = | ||
+ | |dos modes = | ||
+ | |dos modes notes = | ||
+ | |shader model versions = 1.x, 2, 3 | ||
+ | |shader model notes = | ||
+ | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
+ | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Middleware=== | ||
+ | {{Middleware | ||
+ | |physics = Open Dynamics Engine | ||
+ | |physics notes = | ||
+ | |audio = OpenAL | ||
+ | |audio notes = | ||
+ | |interface = | ||
+ | |interface notes = | ||
+ | |input = | ||
+ | |input notes = | ||
+ | |cutscenes = | ||
+ | |cutscenes notes = | ||
+ | |multiplayer = GameSpy | ||
+ | |multiplayer notes= | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Disable head bob=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Modify {{code|User.LTX}}|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.metacognix.com/stlkrsoc/TroubleshootingFAQ.html#HeadBob|title=metacognix.com|date=9 June 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|User.LTX}} with a text editor. | ||
+ | # Change <code>cam_inert</code> to <code>0</code>. | ||
+ | # Save the file and launch the game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} It can also be changed while in game using the console <code>cam_inert X</code> where X stand as a value, which you might want to translate into 0.1 | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Change sway/bob values||fix= | ||
+ | # Go to {{file|{{p|game}}\gamedata\config\misc|folder}} | ||
+ | # Open {{file|effectors.ltx}} with a text editor. | ||
+ | # At the top will be values for amount of sway/bob for walking, running and limping. | ||
+ | # Changing <code>run_amplitude</code> to <code>0.0050</code> and <code>walk_amplitude</code> to <code>0.0040</code> works well. | ||
+ | # Save the file and launch the game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Default values: | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | run_amplitude = 0.0075 | ||
+ | walk_amplitude = 0.005 | ||
+ | limp_amplitude = 0.011 | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Enable FPS counter=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use command console|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Open the in-game console by pressing {{key|~}}. | ||
+ | # Enter: <code>rs_stats 1</code> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Shorter load times=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Start game with the -noprefetch [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Modifications== | ||
+ | {{++}} The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series has garnered a dedicated following which includes a very active [https://www.moddb.com/games/stalker/mods modding community], mostly in [https://ap-pro.ru/ Russia], however translations are available for most of the popular mods (commonly found in the [https://www.gsc-game.com/main.php?t=community&s=forums GSC forums]). The best way to determine which type of mods you will enjoy is by first trying the vanilla game (with ZRP for bug fixes). Below are some basic recommendations. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Preparing the game for mods|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
+ | To use mods with S.T.A.L.K.E.R., you will first need to edit your fsgame.ltx - file found under the installation folder. | ||
+ | # Go to the installation folder. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|fsgame.ltx}} with a text editor. | ||
+ | # Find line: | ||
+ | #:<code><nowiki>$game_data$ = false| true| $fs_root$| gamedata</nowiki></code> | ||
+ | # Change it to: | ||
+ | #:<code><nowiki>$game_data$ = true| true| $fs_root$| gamedata</nowiki></code> | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} 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. | ||
+ | {{ii}} To patch your mod or to add new ones on top, overwrite and merge your installation's gamedata folder with the new one. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Using Smart Mod Manager|ref={{cn|date=March 2017}}|fix= | ||
+ | Download the program at [https://smartmodmanager.codeplex.com/ Codeplex]. The program installs the mods from .zip or directly from the folder. It will warn you if there are issues with other mods combined; then you have to choose one of them. | ||
+ | # First select the game (S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl or S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky) | ||
+ | # Set up the right language, version and folder of the game | ||
+ | # Go to the game tab and install mods from .zip or folder. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Enable/Disable mods also possible in the manager | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/lurk L.U.R.K]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Considered to be unforgiving in difficulty. | ||
+ | {{++}} Revamps many game mechanics, including enemy AI and ballistics. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://sites.google.com/site/kingo64ssite/home/optimised-game-shaders/stalker-shaders-max Shaders Max]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} May be incompatible with some other mods that alter shaders. | ||
+ | {{++}} Many improvements in visual quality. | ||
+ | {{++}} Can be combined with other mods to increase visual fidelity. | ||
+ | {{--}} Incompatible with ZRP 1.07. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Alternative config with improved SSAO quality and even softer shadows can be found [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2988-alternative-config-for-the-shaders-max-mod here]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/stalker-complete-2009 S.T.A.L.K.E.R Complete]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Overhauls many game mechanics. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes many bugs present in the original game using an old version of ZRP. | ||
+ | {{++}} Many improvements in visual quality. | ||
+ | {{++}} Comes with a simple installer. | ||
+ | {{--}} Not compatible with newer versions of ZRP. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/starter-pack STARTER PACK]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A compilation of mods including the Zone Reclamation Project, Old Weapons Renewal 3 for SoC, Photo Realistic Zone, Stalker Weather Overhaul, STALKER Shaders MAX 1.06, and FOV Switcher v17. | ||
+ | {{++}} Lots of improvement in visual quality | ||
+ | {{ii}} You need to rename "wpn_ak74u.ogf" to "ak74u.ogf" to change AKS74u's world mode. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/autumn-aurora-compilation-mod Autumn Aurora]==== | ||
+ | {{++}} Overhauls the graphics, sound and gameplay. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Built on the newest Zone Reclamation Project's core. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Redesigned AtmosFear for ShoC to match the autumn style. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Holds an official new Absolute Nature for ShoC. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/stalker-oblivion-lost-30 Oblivion Lost]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Like [[S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Lost Alpha|Lost Alpha]] it focuses on getting closer to the old Oblivion Lost which was planned by GSC back in the days | ||
+ | {{++}} Total Freeplay, Improved A-Life, New Levels, Extended Main Storyline, Reality Enhancement and Graphics Improvement. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/priboi-story Priboi Story]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Total conversion mod with new storyline. | ||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/old-good-stalker-evolution Old Good S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Evolution]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} New locations and weapons. Intended to recreate a highly atmospheric Zone with the highest possible quality, stability of the game, rich gameplay and loyalty to the canons of the Sci-Fi genre. | ||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/legend-returns Legend Returns]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Set between the events of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl and S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky. It includes a return to the atmosphere and general feeling of Shadow of Chernobyl, in addition to several new gameplay features, completely new questlines, a leveling system, and restored content from build versions of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==System requirements== | ||
+ | ===Retail version=== | ||
+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
+ | |||
+ | |minOS = 2000 SP4, XP SP2 | ||
+ | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | ||
+ | |minCPU2 = AMD Athlon XP 2200+ | ||
+ | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |minHD = 10 GB | ||
+ | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce FX 5700 | ||
+ | |minGPU2 = ATI Radeon 9600 | ||
+ | |minVRAM = 128 MB | ||
+ | |minDX = 8 | ||
+ | |minaudio = DirectX 9.0 compatible | ||
+ | |||
+ | |recOS = | ||
+ | |recCPU = Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 | ||
+ | |recCPU2 = AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ | ||
+ | |recRAM = 1.5 GB | ||
+ | |recHD = | ||
+ | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce 7900 | ||
+ | |recGPU2 = ATI Radeon X1950 | ||
+ | |recVRAM = 256 MB | ||
+ | |recDX = 9.0c | ||
+ | |notes = {{ii}} High system requirements are: Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 / AMD 64 X2 5200+, 2 GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce 8800 / ATI Radeon X2800, 512 MB VRAM. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Digital version=== | ||
+ | {{System requirements | ||
+ | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
+ | |||
+ | |minOS = 2000 SP4 | ||
+ | |minCPU = Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | ||
+ | |minCPU2 = AMD Athlon XP 2200+ | ||
+ | |minRAM = 512 MB | ||
+ | |minHD = 6 GB | ||
+ | |minGPU = Nvidia GeForce FX 5700 | ||
+ | |minGPU2 = ATI Radeon 9600 | ||
+ | |minVRAM = 128 MB | ||
+ | |minDX = 8 | ||
+ | |minaudio = DirectX 9.0 compatible | ||
+ | |||
+ | |recOS = XP, Vista | ||
+ | |recCPU = Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 | ||
+ | |recCPU2 = AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ | ||
+ | |recRAM = 2 GB | ||
+ | |recHD = 10 GB | ||
+ | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT | ||
+ | |recGPU2 = ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT | ||
+ | |recVRAM = 256 MB | ||
+ | |recDX = 9.0c | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{References}} | ||
+ | {{GOG.com Enhancement Project}} |
Latest revision as of 23:00, 11 August 2024
Developers | |
---|---|
GSC Game World | |
Publishers | |
THQ | |
Engines | |
X-Ray Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 20, 2007 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 82 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic |
Series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. |
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 | 2024 |
Warnings
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl is a singleplayer and multiplayer first-person action and shooter game in the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series.
Installing Zone Reclamation Project is greatly recommended as it eliminates most bugs without modifying the game's experience.
General information
- TweakGuides guide
- Official forums
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | American release. CD key only required for multiplayer. | |||
Retail | SecuROM 7 DRM on European copies, StarForce 4 DRM[Note 1] on Russian copies. All DRM methods are removed by the multi-patch. |
|||
GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | Serial key for multiplayer shown in the game's library entry. | |||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | Some CD keys can be redeemed on GOG.com[3][4] | |||
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [5] |
- StarForce DRM for this game does not work on modern versions of Windows (see above for affected versions).
Essential improvements
Patches
Unofficial v1.0008 Patch
- Compatible with Zone Reclamation Project.
- Causes 1-3 minute freeze when going to main menu. See Unofficial_v1.0008_Patch_crashing
Unofficial patch by "Codebro" that provides some fixes to the renderer and gameplay.
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.
This is the version that Steam and GOG come with.[6][7]
v1.0005
This is the latest official patch for the game. It is best suited for Single Player.
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. The first version without the grass shading effect.
Downgrading from v1.0006
A guide on how to downgrade a copy of the game to v1.0005 or v1.0004 can be found in the GOG.com Community Discussions.
- The Multi-Patch replaces the GameSpy master servers and optionally forces Vsync. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already patched, however the Steam version of the game still has broken Vsync implementation, to fix this go opt-in, in the most recent beta branch.
Skip intro videos
Start game with -nointro parameter[8]
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Zone Reclamation Project
- Keeps the game as vanilla as possible.
- Fixes many bugs present in final version of game.
- Improved UI and controls.
Xetrill's Modified LuaJIT library
- Users have reported increased performance, especially with script-heavy mods.
- It can crash some more complex mods like those in the NS/Soup family.
Grass Shadows from v1.0-1.0003 & Extended CVars
- Restores grass shadows effect, that was removed in the 1.0004 version of the game.
- Extends engine capabilities to improve experience on the widescreen and ultra widescreen resolutions.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %PUBLIC%\Documents\stalker-shoc\ |
GOG.com | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Stalker-SHOC\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/4500/pfx/[Note 2] |
- CD key, language and GameSpy ID are stored in
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\GSC Game World\STALKER-SHOC
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %PUBLIC%\Documents\stalker-shoc\savedgames\ |
GOG.com | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Stalker-SHOC\savedgames\ |
Steam | <path-to-game>\_appdata_\savedgames\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/4500/pfx/[Note 2] |
- The save game data location can be changed by editing
fsgame.ltx
in<path-to-game>
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Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | Some HUD elements may be stretched. | ||
Multi-monitor | Some HUD elements may be stretched. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Gameplay is 21:9 but the HUD is 16:9 stretched.[9] | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | 67.5° Vertical - See Field of view (FOV) | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use Borderless Gaming or similar software. Note: The game prevents use of hotkeys, and tries keeping its window on-top. |
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Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16 samples. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Only functional on Static lighting. SSAA, up to 4x, but limits internal rendering resolution to 2048x2048.[10] For AA use either MSAA which is available in Nvidia Inspector (via 0x00001041 flag), SGSSAA (via 0x0000D0C1 flag) or Dynamic Super Resolution from Nvidia/Virtual Super Resolution from AMD. |
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Vertical sync (Vsync) | In-game Vsync option is broken in retail & Steam versions.[11] Use the Multi-Patch to fix it. Vsync is always enabled in GOG versions. [12] | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No frame rate or refresh rate cap.[13] | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Ray tracing (RT) |
Field of view (FOV)
Install FOV Switcher[citation needed] |
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Install unofficial 1.0008 patch[14] |
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Manually patch xrGame.dll[15] |
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Notes
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Notes
- It is highly recommended not to play online with the FOV hack installed.
- Clipping issues are more noticeable.[16]
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Disable through console with "cam_inert 0". | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | SFX and music only. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 output[17] | |
Subtitles | fan made subtitles and cc (not compatible with ZRP) Subtitles can appear small on high resolution displays (eg. 1440p or 4K). Use this mod to fix that. |
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Closed captions | fan made subtitles and cc (not compatible with ZRP) Subtitles can appear small on high resolution displays (eg. 1440p or 4K). Use this mod to fix that. |
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Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 2.0. HRTF can be used without any audio card with some modification. See Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF. | |
Royalty free audio |
Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF
Replace OpenAL32.dll file |
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[general] hrtf=true
SOUND: OpenAL: Required device: OpenAL Soft. Created device: OpenAL Soft |
Use Rapture 3D
Use Game Edition |
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Install Rapture 3D, put rapture3d_oal.dll and replace OpenAL32.dll in the game directory from. Choosing OpenAL in Sound options may be needed.
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Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian. | |||
Belarusian | Fan translation, download. Taraškievica. Available in both Cyrillic and Latin. |
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Traditional Chinese | ||||
Czech | [18] | |||
French | ||||
German | Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian. | |||
Hungarian | Fan translation, download. | |||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | Fan translation, download. | |||
Polish | Official polish voice–over translation | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
Russian | ||||
Serbian | Fan translation based on original Russian and Ukrainian versions. Available in both Cyrillic and Latin. |
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Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Fan translation, download. | |||
Ukrainian | Official translation patch from GSC, download. Already included in Steam version, and available as an extra on GOG.com. Duty, the military, mercenaries and the Monolith still speak Russian. |
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.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl. |
Issues fixed
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for advanced tweaking and fixing issues in this game.
"Unable to connect to master server" error
- The GameSpy master server has been shut down; use the Multi-Patch.
Toggle aim down sights
Create AutoHotkey script |
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Notes
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Mouse Delay and bad frametimes
- Selecting normal or full dynamic lighting will cause the game to saturate the CPU by one core, which will cause stutters.
Set lighting to Static Lighting[20] |
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Key bindings lost every game restart
Change savegame/config folder permision |
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STALKER-SHOC In Vista and above, in:
In XP and in CoP:
Just copy and paste these locations to the Windows address bar and press enter. and RBM on folder>uncheck read only>apply for all>OK |
Glitchy shadows when using widescreen resolutions
Edit User.LTX[citation needed] |
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Stretched scopes when using widescreen resolutions
Install Fixed Widescreen Scopes 16:9[21] |
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Steam version does not launch on Windows 10/11, BugTrap reports error at 0023:000DB95E
Mandatory ASLR prevents game from running |
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Unofficial v1.0008 Patch crashing
When using this patch the game may freeze when going to the game's menu |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
Shader Model support | 1.x, 2, 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Open Dynamics Engine | |
Audio | OpenAL | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy |
Disable head bob
Modify User.LTX [23]
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Notes
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Change sway/bob values |
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Notes
run_amplitude = 0.0075 walk_amplitude = 0.005 limp_amplitude = 0.011 |
Enable FPS counter
Use command console[citation needed] |
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Shorter load times
Start game with the -noprefetch parameter[citation needed] |
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Modifications
- The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series has garnered a dedicated following which includes a very active modding community, mostly in Russia, however translations are available for most of the popular mods (commonly found in the GSC forums). The best way to determine which type of mods you will enjoy is by first trying the vanilla game (with ZRP for bug fixes). Below are some basic recommendations.
Preparing the game for mods[citation needed] |
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To use mods with S.T.A.L.K.E.R., you will first need to edit your fsgame.ltx - file found under the installation folder.
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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.
Using Smart Mod Manager[citation needed] |
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Download the program at Codeplex. The program installs the mods from .zip or directly from the folder. It will warn you if there are issues with other mods combined; then you have to choose one of them.
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L.U.R.K
- Considered to be unforgiving in difficulty.
- Revamps many game mechanics, including enemy AI and ballistics.
Shaders Max
- May be incompatible with some other mods that alter shaders.
- Many improvements in visual quality.
- Can be combined with other mods to increase visual fidelity.
- Incompatible with ZRP 1.07.
- Alternative config with improved SSAO quality and even softer shadows can be found here.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R Complete
- Overhauls many game mechanics.
- Fixes many bugs present in the original game using an old version of ZRP.
- Many improvements in visual quality.
- Comes with a simple installer.
- Not compatible with newer versions of ZRP.
STARTER PACK
- A compilation of mods including the Zone Reclamation Project, Old Weapons Renewal 3 for SoC, Photo Realistic Zone, Stalker Weather Overhaul, STALKER Shaders MAX 1.06, and FOV Switcher v17.
- Lots of improvement in visual quality
- You need to rename "wpn_ak74u.ogf" to "ak74u.ogf" to change AKS74u's world mode.
Autumn Aurora
- Overhauls the graphics, sound and gameplay.
- Built on the newest Zone Reclamation Project's core.
- Redesigned AtmosFear for ShoC to match the autumn style.
- Holds an official new Absolute Nature for ShoC.
Oblivion Lost
- Like Lost Alpha it focuses on getting closer to the old Oblivion Lost which was planned by GSC back in the days
- Total Freeplay, Improved A-Life, New Levels, Extended Main Storyline, Reality Enhancement and Graphics Improvement.
Priboi Story
- Total conversion mod with new storyline.
Old Good S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Evolution
- New locations and weapons. Intended to recreate a highly atmospheric Zone with the highest possible quality, stability of the game, rich gameplay and loyalty to the canons of the Sci-Fi genre.
Legend Returns
- Set between the events of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl and S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky. It includes a return to the atmosphere and general feeling of Shadow of Chernobyl, in addition to several new gameplay features, completely new questlines, a leveling system, and restored content from build versions of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series.
System requirements
Retail version
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 SP4, XP SP2 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon XP 2200+ |
Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 1.5 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 10 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce FX 5700 ATI Radeon 9600 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 8 compatible | Nvidia GeForce 7900 ATI Radeon X1950 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9.0 compatible |
- High system requirements are: Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 / AMD 64 X2 5200+, 2 GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce 8800 / ATI Radeon X2800, 512 MB VRAM.
Digital version
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 SP4 | XP, Vista |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon XP 2200+ |
Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ |
System memory (RAM) | 512 MB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 6 GB | 10 GB |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce FX 5700 ATI Radeon 9600 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 8 compatible | Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX 9.0 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ This version of StarForce DRM does not work on Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11.[1][2] For supported versions of Windows the StarForce driver may need to be updated manually using SFUPDATE.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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.
References
- ↑ Windows 8.1 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ Windows 10 support - StarForce Support
- ↑ GOG.com - Forum - Reclaim your games. DRM-Free! - last accessed on 2022-12-06
- ↑ Verified by User:Aemony on 2022-12-06
- Based on testing in 2022 this still works, but probably requires a CD key purchased from an older batch from around 2015 or earlier.
- ↑ Fallout 3 - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022
- ↑ GOG version - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam version - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Suicide machine on 2019-06-20)
- ↑ Imgur - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Vlad 54rus on 2021-07-20
- When increasing antialiasing setting step by step - "SSample:" in the console caps at 2048x2048. Activating antialiasing at higher resolutions (such as 2560x1440) seems to follow this cap and results in undersampling/blurry image
- ↑ TweakGuides.com - STALKER: Shadow of Chernobyl Tweak Guide - In-Game Settings (Pt.2) - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Performance question! GOG forums admin GOG response - last accessed on May 2024
- ↑ New 120Hz Games Report - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ web.archive.org - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Steam Community - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ community.pcgamingwiki.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Averygoodperson on 2023-02-18
- In the gamedata file from the GOG version I found Czech localization files.
- ↑ @∞D AUDIO Wiki Master#3423 on the 3D Game Audio Discord server - last accessed on 2019-06-19
- "1. that Shadow of Chernobyl toggle aim tweak requires AutoHotKey to be run as Administrator. It will not work without it"
- ↑ Mouse Delay on S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Patrxgt on 2024-05-12
- ↑ arch.b4k.co - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ metacognix.com - last accessed on 9 June 2023