S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl, the first chapter of the Legends of the Zone Trilogy, which started it all.
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May 20, 2025
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About This Game

Back to where it all started — the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Trilogy, one of the most visionary and groundbreaking survival first-person-shooters of all time returns. Now upscaled, enhanced must-play journey for a new generation.

ENHANCED EDITION FEATURES:

  • Atmospheric visual enhancements including God Rays, Dynamic Screen Space Reflections, and Advanced Global Illumination effects.

  • Redesigned water shaders, upgraded skyboxes, and wetness effects.

  • Improved visuals with upscaled textures featuring more detailed NPCs and environment.

  • Upgraded weapon Field of View and models.

  • Multiple bugfixes and quality of life tweaks.

  • Full gamepad support.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chornobyl, the first chapter of the Legends of the Zone Trilogy, which started it all. Welcome to the former exclusion territory near the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant… the most dangerous place on Earth. Play as The Marked One, face sinister mysteries, radiation-soaked anomalous threats and moral dilemmas, as your decisions determine your destiny in this immersive dark sci-fi saga.

EMBRACE THE DESOLATION

Navigate the isolation and suspense of a harsh Eastern European wilderness, filled with hundreds of desperate vagabonds, mutant creatures, and lurking dangers unseen.

EXPLORE ANOMALOUS WORLD

Venture through realistic locations deeply rooted in the anomalous aftermath of the Chornobyl disaster. Each area holds its own grim secrets and discoveries, awaiting the bravest stalkers.

SURVIVE AT ALL COSTS

Treacherous anomalies, invisible radiation, starvation, and ruthless mutants will hunt you in the Zone. Carefully manage your resources and utilize an arsenal of over 30 weapons. Your choices pave a non-linear path toward multiple endings in your quest to uncover the Zone's darkest secrets.

Good Hunting, stalker!

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

The gameplay revolves around shooting and eliminating enemies, including both human-like figures and mutated creatures, with blood and violent scenes depicted. For example, enemies may sometimes explode as a result of weapon effects or anomalies that are part of the game world. Additionally, the player character can consume alcohol throughout the game.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 x64 / Windows 11 x64
    • Processor: Intel Core i3-7100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 4GB / AMD Radeon RX 560 4GB
    • Storage: 12 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Graphics Preset: LOW | FXAA; Resolution: 1080p; Target FPS: 60
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 x64 / Windows 11 x64
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB
    • Storage: 12 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Graphics Preset: MAXIMUM; Resolution: 1080p; Target FPS: 60

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