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ASTALKER 2: Heart of Chornobylplayer has uncovered a neat Easter egg paying homage to the first game in theSTALKERseriesShadow of Chernobyl. There’s a notable spelling difference between 2007’sShadow of ChernobylandSTALKER 2’sHeart of Chornobyl, regarding the abandoned Ukrainian city and the doomed nuclear power plant. The former title uses the more common Russian spelling of the location, but GSC Game World decided to change the sequel’s subtitle to reflect the Ukrainian romanization.
SinceSTALKER 2’s debut, the FPS survival horror has sold over 1.4 million copies, which is a testament to fans’ anticipation amplified by the game’s 10-year development stretch. The Game Awards 2024 nominees for Game of the Year have sparked some controversy this year regarding the inclusion of DLC content, andSTALKER 2fans think the annual date of the event should be changedto accommodate games released later in the year. Many believe the sequel shooter is worthy of a GOTY nod, but unfortunately, the title’s late November launch disqualified its entry.
Posted on Reddit by CryMoreFanboys, side-by-side screenshots were posted in the Gaming subreddit highlightingSTALKER 2’sShadow of ChernobylEaster egg. The sequel includes part of a ruined building from the main menu of the shooter franchise’s first game. The positioning of the rifle, backpack, rusted ladder, and fireplace in front of a broken brick wall are clear indicators that this is a fantastic nod to the first game. The Easter egg surely joins thelist of the best locations to visit early inSTALKER 2, and players are trying to pinpoint exactly where to find it on the map.
STALKER 2 Player Discovers Fantastic Easter Egg From Shadow of Chernobyl
According to one Redditor, they believe theShadow of ChernobylEaster egg is located near the cooling reservoir, referencing the nuclear power plant in the background, and the CNPP is in the original game’s main menu as well. Joining the catalog of cool things to see in the game, anotherSTALKER 2player discovered aHarry PotterEaster eggnestled in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, alongside homages to FromSoftware’sDark Soulsseries andCall of Duty 4.
While a nod to a pastSTALKERentry is not so surprising to see, references to other popular games and pockets of the pop culture field are welcome surprises for in-game explorers. In addition to Easter eggs,Heart of Chornobylplayers have encountered a few bugs that add a comical element to the gameplay, including oneSTALKER 2glitch that allows Skif to fly across the mapby way of an anomaly. Whether it’s a fan-service Easter egg or a hilarious bug, players are soaking up every tidbit in the new title.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a sequel to the award-winning game franchise developed by GSC Game World. Experience one-of-a-kind gameplay, featuring the elements of a first-person shooter, immersive sim, and horror. The Chornobyl Exclusion Zone is a unique, dangerous and ever-changing environment. It promises a lot — the artifacts of unbelievable value can be yours if you dare to claim them. The price you may pay, on the other hand, is no less than your own life. One of the biggest open-worlds to date, filled with radiation, mutants and anomalies, is yours to explore. All the choices across the way not only define your own epic story, but influence the future itself. Be mindful about what you see, do and plan, as you will have to find your way through the Zone or be forever lost to it.
