Recent reviews by Nikutha

The visuals are stunning, with a rich, detailed world that feels alive, from the decaying urban landscapes to the dense, radioactive forests. The dynamic weather system and day-night cycle further enhance the tension, creating an ever-changing battlefield.

Gameplay remains true to the series' roots, blending first-person shooting, exploration, and RPG elements. The survival mechanics are deep, with players needing to manage resources, equipment, and health while navigating the dangers of the Zone. However, it's the sense of dread and mystery that truly defines Heart of Chornobyl. The world feels alive and unpredictable, with each decision carrying weight.

While the game delivers on atmosphere and gameplay, occasional technical issues and the challenge of balancing the story-driven quests with freeform exploration may deter some. Nonetheless, for fans of the series and newcomers alike, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 offers a dark, immersive experience that is hard to beat.

Only negative aspect is there is no A-Life sadly

This is an honest review. I've already spent more than 3000 hours in the game, and I can say that I've seen a lot of improvements since I've been here for every single update (patches), and I would say the game has improved so much. The metabolism system is the best I've ever seen – leveling up your skills, your body's metabolism, like vitamins, health, blood, and even teeth. Sometimes they ruin some things with their new upgrades, but the developers always try to fix it ASAP; mostly, they fix it within 3 days. About the cheaters, Chinese people... I don't know why, but they are joining EU servers and cheating. You can easily report them on Discord servers, but it's still really annoying.

What I can say to new players is: don't give up on the game, keep trying to survive. You're going to learn from your mistakes, and if you aren't ready to waste time, don't buy it xD. The main rule of surviving is to always close the door when you enter or leave an area, or leave the doors how they were before you came. Trust me, if snipers spot that some doors are open or closed, they will focus on that area. Well, stay alive, and good luck, prisoners. P.S. You are someone's rat, so keep in mind that people are watching you xD. Good luck <3

Still the Best

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