Stalker 2 Update: Patch 1.3 Now Available, Addresses Bugs and More
Stalker 2 fans, a new update is here! Considering the base game is around 150GB, some players might feel like they’ve downloaded the equivalent of two additional games in patches. The latest, Stalker 2 Patch 1.3, is now live.
While players appreciate GSC Game World’s commitment, the initial launch of Stalker 2 wasn’t without its technical issues. The development team is working hard to improve the game with consistent updates focusing on bug fixes and overall stability. Details regarding the previously announced multiplayer mode and future DLC remain scarce.
Stalker 2 Patch 1.3 is a sizable update, weighing in at approximately 50GB.
Stalker 2 Patch 1.3 Highlights:
This update focuses on improving the overall game experience with enhancements to AI and quest stability. Here’s a breakdown:
* Improved Mutant AI: Smoother movement during combat and enhanced NPC reactions to footsteps.
* Refined Mutant Ambush System: More polished and unpredictable mutant attacks.
* Artifact Balancing: Adjustments to the statistical values of artifacts.
* Reduced A-Life Encounters: Fewer random encounters with A-Life characters on the map.
* Environmental Interaction Adjustments: Anomalies now deal less damage to certain armor types, and explosives cause more environmental damage.
* Crash Fixes: Addressed nearly 100 crash-related issues.
* Quest Improvements: Numerous fixes for issues in both main and side quests.
* New Death Screens: Visual additions to the post-death experience.
* Facial Animation Enhancements: Improved facial animations during key story moments.
* New Music: Added new music tracks for the CHASTAK area and other locations.
* Improved Ammunition Descriptions: Clearer descriptions for different ammo types.
* New Wildlife and Visual Anomalies: Added new wildlife like squirrels and minor visual anomalies like small tornadoes over water.
* General Bug Fixes and Polish: Overall improvements across many in-game areas.
Beyond the Highlights:
The Stalker 2 Patch 1.3 also includes over 1200 bug fixes, performance optimizations, and technical adjustments. The download size for the patch is around 46 GB. Happy gaming, Stalkers!