Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobylallows players to equip a variety of gear and weapons on the character for protection against various threats. All gear and weapons have a durability gauge that represents its wear and tear, making the gear useless if fully depleted. You’ll also find more powerful gear and weapons in the world, but if you’re comfortable with the current loadout, you also have the option to upgrade it.
How to Upgrade and Repair Gear & Weapons in Stalker 2
Players can upgrade and repair their weapons and gear from technicians inStalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl. When starting the game, players will reach theZalissyabase and be given the side mission, “Stalker Wisdom.”
This mission will require Skiff to meet the local trader and technician so they can provide valuable intel, and Skiff could use their services if need be.
Players will encounter multiple Technician locations after traveling to other regions. However, this guide is focused on the earliest technician you’ll encounter in the Zaliyysa base when starting the game.
Repairing Weapons & Gear in Stalker 2
Every weapon and gear inStalker 2has a durability gauge that depletes gradually with every use. This bar doesn’t just indicate an item’s lifespan, but as it gets lower, players will notice the changes in their usage, too. For example, weapons with lower durability will start jamming often, and gear won’t protect you from damage as much as it did with higher durability.
Players can visit a technician to repair their gear and weapons with money. The cost of repairs scales with the durability gauge. So it’s recommended to repair your items before they reach 50% durability to avoid putting a large dent in your saved cash.
Upgrading Weapons & Gear in Stalker 2
If a weapon or gear’s durability is very low, players will need to repair it first before they can upgrade it.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobylfeatures an extensive upgrade system for gear and weapons. Players can select individual sections of an item to add better components. Some components enhance the item’s effectiveness, while others can reinforce it, slowing down its durability gauge depletion.
Some upgrades may require players to invest in a previous upgrade, a prerequisite for the next one. At the beginning of yourStalker 2playthrough, it’s best to just switch to newer weapons instead and invest your resources towards upgrading only after finding a high-quality weapon or gear piece.
