There are three difficulty options in STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl. Read on to know all difficulty options, differences between all difficulties, which one is best for you, and how to change difficulty in game.
| Rookie | This difficulty is intended for players who are not used to first person shooters or are newcomers to the STALKER franchise. There will still be a slight challenge, but not too much to get in the way of appreciating the story. |
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| Stalker | This is the most balanced game experience, tuned toward both moderately challenging combat and an immersive story. Choose this mode if you are more familiar with FPS games. |
| Veteran | The hardest difficulty mode meant for true STALKER Veterans. Combat is far more challenging and punishing, upping the overall intensity. You will receive less loot, making efficient resource management extremely vital. |
Even though Stalker difficulty is STALKER 2's equivalent of "Normal Mode", this mode will still be very challenging, and will test even the most seasoned of gamers. We recommend this mode for anyone new or returning to the series.
If you've played the previous games extensively and on the highest difficulties, then this difficulty is for you and you alone. Expect harder fights and way less loot. Good luck, Stalker!
If all you want to do is experience a bleak post-apocalyptic atmosphere, enjoy the beautiful or horrific liminal landscapes, and experience the story at your own pace, then this mode is for you. Nothing shameful about prioritizing a good, immersive story!
In order to change the difficulty in STALKER 2, simply open up the options menu and change the difficulty from there. You can change the difficulty at any time, so don't be afraid to choose any difficulty and adjust later on.
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