S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Trilogy Enhanced Edition: Next-Gen Upgrade Awaited by Fans

GSC Game World has thrilling news for fans of the iconic S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series with the announcement of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition. This next-gen upgrade of the original trilogy, including Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008), and Call of Prypiat (2009), is set to launch on May 20 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S. Each game in the trilogy will undergo a comprehensive overhaul, featuring upgraded visuals, optimized performance for next-gen consoles, and enhanced mod support to breathe new life into these classic titles.

GSC Game World has expressed gratitude towards their loyal fanbase, announcing that current owners of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy on Xbox Series X and S or PS5 will receive the Enhanced Edition upgrades at no additional cost. PC gamers aren't left out either; owners of the original S.T.A.L.K.E.R. games will also receive the Enhanced Editions for free, while new buyers of the Enhanced Editions will get the original versions included. The trilogy is available for purchase as a bundle for $39.99 or individually for $19.99 per title.

It's important to note that cross-platform saves between PC and consoles will not be supported, so your progress will remain specific to the platform you're playing on. On the console front, PS5 and Xbox Series X and S players will have the luxury of multiple frame-rate options for the Enhanced Edition, including standard modes at 30 FPS and 60 FPS, as well as specialized modes targeting 40 FPS and up to 120 FPS, the latter two being available exclusively on displays that support VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) technology.

For console gamers, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Enhanced Edition offers a variety of graphical and performance modes, including a Quality Balanced mode, a Performance mode, and an Ultra Performance mode. Here's how they break down:

• Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro: Quality (native 4K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 4K/40 FPS), Performance (upscaled 4K/60 FPS), Ultra Performance (upscaled 2K/120 FPS).
• Xbox Series S: Quality (native 2K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 2K/40 FPS), Performance (1080p/60 FPS).

The Quality Balanced mode and the Ultra Performance mode are exclusive to displays that support VRR technology.

Across all platforms, the visual upgrades for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition are nothing short of spectacular:

• Enhanced lighting with godrays, screen space reflections, and global illumination for a more immersive atmosphere.
• Upscaled textures and detailed 3D models for NPCs, weapons, and environments.
• Advanced shaders for water and wetness effects, paired with upgraded skyboxes for a more dynamic world.
• 4K pre-rendered cinematics for dramatic storytelling and improved weapon FOV for better combat visibility.

For console players, the Enhanced Edition brings additional enhancements and new graphic mods:

• Keyboard & Mouse Support: Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for a tailored experience.
• Mod.io Integration: Create and share mods across PC and consoles via mod.io (https://mod.io/).

PC gamers can look forward to a host of unique features with S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition:

• Steam Deck Optimized: Play the trilogy on the go with full Steam Deck compatibility.
• Steam Workshop Integration: Access a vast library of user-generated mods.
• Cloud Saves: Seamless progress backup across devices.
• Gamepad Support: Full controller compatibility for a console-like experience on PC.

GSC Game World, the Kyiv, Ukraine-based developer behind last year's successful sequel, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, continues to push the boundaries of gaming with this Enhanced Edition trilogy. For more on how S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has transformed the studio amidst the ongoing challenges in Ukraine, click [ttpp].