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Gameplay

Beginner's Guide & FAQs
Table of content: Set the goal of the expedition Prepare properly Go fo...
HUD
     The HUD in the game is designed to keep you informed of everything ...
PDA
     A PDA or pocket PC is a stalker's best friend in the Zone. It is a ...
Inventory and player's stash
     The inventory contains everything your character carries or has on ...
Hubs
     Hubs are islands of relative calm and safety where you can rest and...
NPC Interactions
Table of content: Dialogs Trading Missions Treatment Repairing and upgr...
Anomalies
Table of content: Anomalous fields Anomaly detector Using bolts ...
Artifacts and finding them with detectors
     Artifacts are the real treasures of the Zone that all stalkers hunt...
Emission
     An emission is a powerful and deadly energy surge that periodically...
Factions and reputation
     The game has a dynamic faction and reputation system. Different fac...
Harmful and dangerous effects
     The Zone is constantly trying to put you through some kind of test....
Fighting in the Zone
     Fighting in the Zone is always a challenge. If you act recklessly, ...
Weapon Types and Uses
Table of content: The Main Types of Weapons Additional Modules and Weap...