S. T.A. L.K. E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition Announced

Last year, GSC Game World thrilled fans with the release of S. T.A. L.K. E.R.2: Heart of Chornobyl, delving deeper into the post-apocalyptic narrative of the exclusion zone that characterized the original trilogy in the late 2000s. In an exciting new development, the studio is now set to revitalize its classic titles with a modern touch, enhancing visual performance and mod support.

Enhanced Edition Launch Details

Today, the studio announced the upcoming release of the S. T.A. L.K. E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition for PC, as well as current-generation Xbox and PlayStation consoles. A captivating trailer has been released, showcasing what players can expect.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVWkOx4Cj6gVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone — Enhanced Edition Trailer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVWkOx4Cj6g)

Visual Enhancements Across Platforms

GSC Game World is touting impressive upgrades, including:

  • Enhanced lighting technologies featuring godrays, screen space reflections, and global illumination.
  • Improved textures and models for non-playable characters (NPCs), weapons, and environments.
  • 4K pre-rendered cinematics and advanced shaders for more realistic liquid effects.
  • Upgraded skyboxes to create a more immersive experience.

Platform-Specific Features

For PC gamers, GSC Game World is ensuring peak performance on the Steam Deck, featuring:

  • Full compatibility with cloud saves and controller support.
  • Integration with Steam Workshop for seamless mod creation and sharing.

Console players can also look forward to tailored enhancements:

  • Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro: Multiple modes including Quality (native 4K at 30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 4K at 40 FPS), Performance (upscaled 4K at 60 FPS), and Ultra Performance (upscaled 2K at 120 FPS).
  • Xbox Series S: Quality (native 2K at 30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 2K at 40 FPS), Performance (1080p at 60 FPS).
  • Keyboard & Mouse Support: Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for a customized experience.
  • Mod.io Integration: Players can create and share mods seamlessly across PC and consoles via mod.io.

Availability and Pricing

Excitingly, the enhanced remaster will be offered free of charge to those who already own S. T.A. L.K. E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy on Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5. Likewise, PC players who possess the original titles will gain access to the new edition at no extra cost. The enhanced version is set to be released on May 20, 2025, priced at $39.99 for the full bundle or $19.99 for each game if purchased separately.

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