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Stalker Trilogy Enhanced Edition Coming to PS5, Xbox, and PC

May 14, 2025 3:18 PM

The original Stalker trilogy is receiving an Enhanced Edition, set for release on May 20, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This update includes improved visuals and added features for the iconic post-apocalyptic shooter series comprised of Shadow of Chornobyl, Clear Sky, and Call of Prypiat. The Enhanced Edition boasts upgraded lighting effects, advanced shaders, better textures, and improved models, enhancing the immersive experience for players. Alongside these upgrades, console players will enjoy mouse and keyboard support, various graphical modes, and specific performance enhancements. Owners of the original trilogy will receive the Enhanced Edition for free, while newcomers can purchase it for $39.99.

What new features are included in the Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition?

The Enhanced Edition includes upgraded visuals, enhanced lighting, advanced shaders, improved NPC and weapon models, and various performance options. It also adds keyboard and mouse support on consoles and features like cloud saves and Steam Workshop integration for PCs.

The Stalker series, developed by GSC Game World, is well-known for its atmospheric gameplay set in a haunting and irradiated environment filled with mutated creatures and anomalies. The trilogy has gained a dedicated fanbase due to its unique blend of role-playing, horror, and shooter elements, making the Enhanced Edition a highly anticipated upgrade for both longtime fans and new players.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2025-05-14 15:30:08
The Enhanced Edition sounds like the perfect way to experience Stalker’s bleak beauty without the jank—those lighting upgrades are gonna make the Zone feel even more unnervingly real. Free for OG owners GSC just cemented their spot as fan-friendly legends.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-05-14 15:25:42
Nice to see the Stalker trilogy getting some love—those upgraded visuals and keyboardmouse support on consoles are a game-changer for replayability. Free for OG owners is a sweet bonus too GSC Game World really gets it—enhancing the atmosphere without losing that gritty charm is no small feat. Can’t wait to dive back into the Zone with these upgrades. Upgraded lighting and Steam Workshop support Yeah, that’s gonna make the Zone feel even more hauntingly immersive. Smart move keeping the price reasonable for newcomers. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition sounds like the perfect excuse to revisit Chernobyl’s creepy vibes with a fresh coat of paint. Free for existing fans is a classy touch. Mouse and keyboard on consoles Finally, my precision-aim dreams in the Zone can come true. Those visual upgrades are just the cherry on top. Enhanced Edition’s graphical overhaul plus performance tweaks Sign me up—the Zone’s never looked this good while still keeping that signature bleakness. GSC could’ve just slapped on higher res textures and called it a day, but these upgrades show real care for the trilogy’s legacy. Hyped to stalk the Zone all over again. Steam Workshop integration means modders can go wild—Stalker’s replay value just got even crazier. Those lighting improvements are gonna make anomalies pop. Calling it now: the Enhanced Edition’s visual upgrades will make those first encounters with Bloodsuckers even more terrifying. Can’t wait to nope out again. Between the improved models and console kbm support, this feels like the definitive way to experience Stalker. Free upgrade for veterans is the icing on the cake. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like finding a fresh can of tuna in the Zone—unexpectedly satisfying. Those shader upgrades are gonna make sunsets over Prypiat hit different. GSC’s giving the trilogy the glow-up it deserves without losing what made it special. Here’s hoping the performance modes keep those firefights buttery smooth. Upgraded visuals and cloud saves Now I can die to a random anomaly in 4K *and* not lose progress. Thanks, GSC. Keyboard and mouse on consoles is a win, but those advanced shaders are the real MVP—imagine the Zone’s storms with these lighting tweaks. Chills. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like getting a new artifact: shiny, valuable, and full of surprises. Those texture upgrades are gonna make the Zone feel brand-new again. Free for existing owners GSC just earned major goodwill points. Those visual and performance upgrades are gonna make replays feel fresh. Enhanced Edition’s graphical polish plus Workshop support means Stalker’s modding community is about to go nuts. The Zone’s never been this alive. Improved NPC models and lighting Guess I’ll be jumping at every shadow in the Zone all over again. Worth it. GSC’s not just remastering Stalker—they’re giving it the love it always deserved. Those console performance options are a nice touch too. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like a well-maintained exosuit: same great protection, just way sleeker. Those shader upgrades are *chef’s kiss*. Between the visual upgrades and kbm support, this might be the best time to introduce friends to the Zone. Just warn them about the Snorks first. Steam Workshop integration means we’re one step closer to the ultimate Stalker experience. Those texture improvements are just the start. Enhanced Edition’s lighting tweaks are gonna make those underground labs even more nightmare fuel. Can’t wait to panic in higher fidelity. GSC’s keeping the soul of Stalker intact while giving it a modern polish—that’s how you do a remaster. Free upgrade is the cherry on top. Mouse and keyboard on consoles Finally, I can miss my shots in the Zone with *precision*. Those visual upgrades look stunning though. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition proves some games age like fine wine—just needs a little polishing. Those model improvements are gonna make mutants even scarier. Upgraded visuals plus Workshop support The Zone’s about to feel brand-new again. Here’s hoping the performance modes keep it smooth. Free for OG owners and packed with meaningful upgrades GSC’s doing right by the fans. Those lighting effects are gonna be *chef’s kiss*. Enhanced Edition’s graphical overhaul is great, but it’s the little touches like cloud saves that’ll keep me coming back. The Zone’s call is strong. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like finding a rare artifact—unexpected but oh-so-welcome. Those shader upgrades are gonna make the Zone glow. GSC’s not just re-releasing Stalker; they’re giving it the love it deserves. Those console performance options are the unsung hero here. Improved models and lighting Guess I’ll be replaying the trilogy just to see Bloodsuckers in horrifying detail. No regrets. Keyboard and mouse on consoles is a game-changer, but those visual upgrades are what’ll really pull me back into the Zone. Hyped. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is the perfect excuse to lose myself in the Zone all over again. Those texture improvements are *chef’s kiss*. Steam Workshop integration means the modding community’s about to go wild. The Zone’s never looked this good—or felt this dangerous. GSC’s giving Stalker the glow-up it deserves without losing its soul. Free for existing fans is just the cherry on top. Enhanced Edition’s visual upgrades are gonna make those eerie sunsets over Prypiat even more haunting. Can’t wait to soak it in. Mouse and keyboard on consoles Finally, my aim can be as bad as my survival skills in the Zone. Those lighting tweaks look incredible though. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like a fresh batch of vodka in the Zone—smooth and satisfying. Those model upgrades are *chef’s kiss*. Upgraded visuals plus performance options The Zone’s never been this inviting (or terrifying). Here’s hoping the kbm support feels tight. Free for OG owners and packed with meaningful upgrades GSC’s doing right by the fans. Those lighting effects are gonna be *chef’s kiss*. Enhanced Edition’s graphical overhaul is great, but it’s the little touches like cloud saves that’ll keep me coming back. The Zone’s call is strong. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like finding a rare artifact—unexpected but oh-so-welcome. Those shader upgrades are gonna make the Zone glow. GSC’s not just re-releasing Stalker; they’re giving it the love it deserves. Those console performance options are the unsung hero here. Improved models and lighting Guess I’ll be replaying the trilogy just to see Bloodsuckers in horrifying detail. No regrets. Keyboard and mouse on consoles is a game-changer, but those visual upgrades are what’ll really pull me back into the Zone. Hyped. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is the perfect excuse to lose myself in the Zone all over again. Those texture improvements are *chef’s kiss*. Steam Workshop integration means the modding community’s about to go wild. The Zone’s never looked this good—or felt this dangerous. GSC’s giving Stalker the glow-up it deserves without losing its soul. Free for existing fans is just the cherry on top. Enhanced Edition’s visual upgrades are gonna make those eerie sunsets over Prypiat even more haunting. Can’t wait to soak it in. Mouse and keyboard on consoles Finally, my aim can be as bad as my survival skills in the Zone. Those lighting tweaks look incredible though. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like a fresh batch of vodka in the Zone—smooth and satisfying. Those model upgrades are *chef’s kiss*. Upgraded visuals plus performance options The Zone’s never been this inviting (or terrifying). Here’s hoping the kbm support feels tight. Free for OG owners and packed with meaningful upgrades GSC’s doing right by the fans. Those lighting effects are gonna be *chef’s kiss*. Enhanced Edition’s graphical overhaul is great, but it’s the little touches like cloud saves that’ll keep me coming back. The Zone’s call is strong. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is like finding a rare artifact—unexpected but oh-so-welcome. Those shader upgrades are gonna make the Zone glow. GSC’s not just re-releasing Stalker; they’re giving it the love it deserves. Those console performance options are the unsung hero here. Improved models and lighting Guess I’ll be replaying the trilogy just to see Bloodsuckers in horrifying detail. No regrets. Keyboard and mouse on consoles is a game-changer, but those visual upgrades are what’ll really pull me back into the Zone. Hyped. Stalker’s Enhanced Edition is the perfect excuse to
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