Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl’sworld is a mutant-infested wasteland, and it’s best if players get their hands on a powerful weapon early on to take them down. Shotguns are one of the best weapons the game has to offer, as you’ll be fightingmost of the enemies at close rangein the game. After progressing past the Lesser Zone, players can quickly get their hands on a powerful M860 Monolith shotgun to shoot down most of the enemies with a single shot.
How to Get an M860 Monolith Shotgun Early in Stalker 2
Players can get their hands on the M860 Monolith shotgun inside a Journalist Stashnear the Detention Centerin the Garbage region ofStalker 2. Once players complete the mission, “Behind Seven Seals,” they will be able to travel to other regions, including Garbage in the north.
Take Down the Bandits First
You’ll need to head westward from the Detention Center to arrive at an open field with bandits patrolling the area. They’re spread out so players will be able to takethem all out quietly with the Silenced Pistol.
Open the Journalist Cache to Get the Shotgun
After clearing the area of the Bandits, head towards the Stash location marked on the map and look inside therusted remains of a blue busto find the Journalist Stash. Opening it will get players the special weapon of the M860 cracker, the M860 Monolith shotgun, alongside some free ammo to put the weapon to good use immediately. The shotgun has a signature blue camo skin, similar to all the other Monolith variants of weapons found in other Journalist Stashes.
How to Upgrade M860 Monolith Shotgun in Stalker 2
Although the shotgun has good stability and packs a huge punch when shooting enemies from close range, players can also get it upgraded from Diode, a technician at Slag Heap. Players won’t be able to upgrade this weapon from Lens back in Zalissya ashe doesn’t have the expertise required for it.
