Recent reviews by Kurat☆

the best game i've ever played, really

After spending over 40 hours exploring the Zone in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, I can confidently say this game is both a love letter to long-time fans of the franchise and a bold step into modern gaming. However, it's not without its flaws, some of which may challenge even the most patient of players.

The game absolutely nails the haunting, oppressive tone of the Zone. The landscapes are stunningly detailed, with abandoned villages, eerie anomalies, and vast, desolate areas that evoke both awe and unease. The dynamic weather system adds another layer of immersion, especially when you're caught in the middle of a radioactive storm while hunting for shelter.

At its core, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is a survival RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration and risk-taking. Scavenging supplies, managing your inventory, and choosing your battles are crucial. The game retains the sense of dread that the series is known for, where every step forward feels earned.

The branching storyline and morally grey choices are a welcome return. The factions are well-developed, with unique motivations and quests that often leave you questioning your own decisions. It's a world where trust is scarce and survival is paramount, and the story reflects that beautifully.

From the chilling ambient noises to the weight of each gunshot, the sound design deserves special mention. It keeps you constantly on edge, reminding you that danger is always lurking, even in seemingly quiet moments.

Unfortunately, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has launched without polish. Performance drops, graphical glitches, and even game-breaking bugs are fairly common. Load times can be agonizingly long, and several players (myself included) experienced crashes during key moments. As of now, there have been no patches to address these issues, which is frustrating.

The difficulty is brutal, especially for newcomers. The game offers little hand-holding, and early encounters with mutants or heavily armed enemies can feel unfair. For series veterans, this is part of the charm, but for others, it might border on overwhelming.

While the AI is competent, it can be inconsistent. Enemies sometimes feel too reactive, spotting you through thick vegetation or reacting unnaturally fast, while at other times, they make bafflingly poor decisions, diminishing the tension during firefights.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl captures the essence of what made the original games special—immersion, atmosphere, and a world that feels alive in its desolation. However, the unpolished state of the game is hard to ignore. If you're a fan of the series, there's plenty here to love, but for newcomers, the steep learning curve and technical issues may be off-putting.

I would recommend waiting for a few patches unless you're ready to endure some rough edges to experience the beauty and terror of the Zone firsthand. As it stands, the potential is immense, but the execution falls short of perfection.

It's just an incredible job, Bloober team. One of the greatest remake.

игра классная, но я не играю в нее, такие пироги

Решил сесть за Финляндию, но папа Сталин показал мне моё место.

Большое ностальжи, проходил на ветеране, 12/10 подорванных жоп.

Можно смотреть на две вещи:Как люди обсераются в одиночку и как они обсераются вместе!

Классный ремейк, только главный герой слишком много базарит.

Печальный открытый финал второго эпизода и истории Гордона Фримена до сих пор бросает меня в дрожь. Та самая открытость финала не дают надежды и понятия, что будет дальше. Третьего эпизода точно уже не будет и нам остается только играть в то, что есть.

Прикольно получилось продемонстрировать новые тогда технологии, но жаль что эту часть главы "Шоссе 17" так и не добавили в игру.