Author: Harry S

Harry Smith has played video games since the early 2000s, starting with the original CoD and Doom 3. He has spent countless hours playing games of varying genres. His deep understanding of modern game mechanics puts him in the prime position to understand the gaming industry and write intuitive guides.Before founding Patch Crazy, Harry S freelanced for 10 years, working for several gaming publications.

In Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, players embark on a thrilling journey through the dangerous, radioactive landscapes of the Zone. With factions vying for control and mysterious anomalies lurking at every turn, your choices shape the outcome of your quest. This walkthrough guide will explain the intense “Assault on the Duga” main mission and offer key strategies and tips to follow. Assault on Duga Main Mission: How to Begin The objectives of this main mission vary depending on the faction you choose during the main story. However, siding with the Spark faction results in more quest objectives to complete, though…

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The main story may not be the only adventure in this expansive world; however, as Stalker 2 is full of awesome side quests, these little tasks allow players to probe and uncover rewards and lore that can add to their activities. From simple fetch quests to detective work with complex investigations. While none of these side quests affect the core storyline, choices and actions in these quests will impact the world around you and the people you meet. Side Missions – Stalker 2 Side missions don’t change the main story, but your choices in the main story can affect which side missions you…

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Stalker 2: To the Last Drop of Blood is a very immersive mission following a grave decision. Having supported Dubny during Wishful Thinking, you’re suddenly thrust into a situation where danger lurks in the treacherous tunnels, deadly encounters, and an adrenaline-packed escape from SIRCAA.  To the Last Drop of Blood Guide After siding with Dubny, you’ll be trapped in the SIRCAA facility. Your friend, Strider, has sacrificed his life for your cause. Now, you must find a way to escape the facility and figure out your next move to stop Dalin and his destructive plans.  Escape through the tunnels After…

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Stalker 2’s Chornobyl Exclusion Zone is dangerous as you battle against radiation-altered mutants, environmental hazards, and hostile factions. To better your chances against these foes and to balance the environmental effects, you need to find Artifacts. These artifacts come with a positive and a negative effect; finding the perfect balance will help you maneuver the various regions of the game easily. This guide will show you the best locations to find Artifacts in Stalker 2. How to Find Artifacts in Stalker 2 You can find special items called artifacts by using your Echo Detector. When you’re close to an artifact,…

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Stalker’s hazardous zones, with environmental anomalies, mutants, and dangerous factions, make survival hard. But there are enough weapons, armor, and artifacts to make the experience enjoyable. If you are looking for an OP weapon in Stalker 2 that will destroy enemies, then the Gauss Rifle is your choice. As this is such a powerful weapon, it only makes sense that you will get it later in the game. This guide will share the drop location of the Gauss Gun, its stats, and scenarios that best suit its use. How To Get Gauss Gun Stalker 2 (Most Powerful One Shot Weapon)…

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Artifacts in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl are both captivating and perilous. These enigmatic objects provide valuable benefits, such as enhanced carry capacity and greater resistance to bleeding, among other effects. However, most Artifacts emit radiation, posing a serious risk to players who equip them without proper precautions. Fortunately, managing Artifact radiation is entirely possible, and this guide will explain how to do so effectively. Note: Players are unlikely to be prepared to handle radiation when acquiring an Artifact and may need to leave it unequipped until they have advanced further in the game. Artifact Radiation Explained Artifacts often emit…

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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl features numerous branching paths and decisions that significantly impact the main story. These choices let you align with certain factions while opposing others, creating a playthrough that feels personalized and shaped by your actions. Choices come quickly and frequently from the beginning, allowing you to set your desired course early. Be ready to make tough decisions immediately, as maximizing each encounter is crucial if you aim for a specific outcome or wish to align with a particular faction. This walkthrough guide on “A Needle in a Haystack” ‘s main mission will help you discover where…

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Survival in Stalker 2’s Chornobyl Exclusion Zone requires players to explore the map entirely in search of a stash with weapons and go through various side quests. Getting yourself equipped to handle the game’s hazardous environment and deal with mutants requires you to find new and better artifacts, weapons, and gear. And there are no better weapons in the game than Drowned, Kharod, and Ram-2. This guide will share the Drowned, Kharod, and Ram-2 Weapon Locations. Drowned, Kharod, and Ram-2 Weapon Location in Stalker 2 The Drowned, Kharod, and Ram-2 are the best weapons in the game, the Drowned being…

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In Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Artifacts are mysterious and valuable objects that can have beneficial, slightly harmful, or entirely unpredictable effects that can greatly alter your condition. This guide provides all the essential information for locating and acquiring the Liquid Rock Legendary Artifact in Stalker 2. From traversing the hazardous terrain to evading the Zone’s lethal radiation with the help of the Bear Detector, you’ll find every detail listed here.  Liquid Rock Legendary Artifact Location in Stalker 2  In Stalker 2, acquiring the Liquid Rock Legendary Artifact requires players to cautiously traverse dangerous areas, including the high radiation Poisonous…

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The post-apocalyptic world of Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl is full of danger, opportunity, and critical game-altering choices. Among its many secrets lies the Waste Processing Station on Wild Island, where hidden treasures, artifacts, and valuable loot await those who dare to look for them. One such treasure is guarded by a locked door with a keypad that requires a specific code to unlock. This guide will explore in depth the breaking of this code, giving you clues and steps to ultimately discover the hidden fortune and improve your survival in the brutal environment of the Zone. Waste Processing Station…

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