Stalker

Stalkers are a terrifying enemy for even experienced Helldivers. Unlike regular bugs, they’re smart, quick, and extremely dangerous. What makes them truly frightening is their ability to sneak around, move fast, and actively hunt players – they don’t just rush in. To survive, you need to understand how they behave and be prepared. Stalkers really test how aware you are of your surroundings and how well you can fight, forcing you to stay vigilant even during calm moments. They completely change a battle, turning a simple mission into a nerve-wracking game of cat and mouse. You’ll find yourself constantly watching your back, listening for any sound, and suspicious of every shadow. This constant tension is just as dangerous as their attacks themselves.

The road to releasing STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl has been incredibly challenging. First announced in 2010, the game faced years of setbacks, including staff reductions, financial problems, canceled versions, and even complete reboots. These difficulties were compounded by the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, forcing team members to leave their homes or join the war effort. Despite everything, the studio pushed forward, and STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl was ultimately released in 2024 to positive reception.

Console players will find an update for STALKER 2, version 1.006 (full version 1.006.000), which fixes several frustrating bugs in the game world.

We’re launching a new seasonal event with a story-driven campaign and a challenging survival map. This update also introduces DJ Scully as a new playable character, a brand-new weapon, and two weapon modifications inspired by real-world designs. Plus, we’ve given the Zed Stalker enemy a terrifying makeover, drawing inspiration from the infamous Russian sleep experiment Creepypasta.

I’ve been playing STALKER 2 on my PlayStation 5 since it came out, and honestly, it’s quickly become one of my favorite games this year. When I first reviewed it, I said there was absolutely no reason not to buy it. But after a year of updates and now playing on a new platform, I was wondering if that still holds true?

For more than ten years, players have been modifying and expanding the world of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. in countless ways, creating changes so extensive they often feel like playing a brand new game. A prime example of this is the hugely popular mod, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. G.A.M.M.A.

The movie clearly draws a lot of inspiration from Army of Darkness, but the main character isn’t quite as silly as Ash. The director knows he’s leaning into those influences, and while it’s over-the-top, it’s not played for laughs. The film opens with a knight quickly overwhelmed by a horde of monstrous creatures resembling a mix of Psycho Goreman and Power Rangers villains. Just when it seems hopeless, a hero arrives in dramatic slow motion, his face mostly hidden. He expertly defeats the monsters, showing more skill than previous installments of the series (at least the first two – I haven’t seen parts 3 and 4 yet). But after the battle, he immediately starts looting the fallen knight, taking his rings and even an amulet hidden under his armor, ignoring the dying man’s protests.

Skilled Waystalkers are excellent at protecting their team by quickly eliminating high-priority enemies. This guide will cover a strong Waystalker build for Vermintide 2 that focuses on using ranged attacks to take down targets from a distance.

Developer GSC faced well-publicized challenges finishing the game, which initially earned them sympathy. They’ve worked hard to maintain that positive feeling by releasing seven significant updates and a PS5 version with exciting new features.

That’s why it was always thrilling to see developers try different approaches. Games like Original War, Kingdom Under Fire, and Warcraft 3 blended in role-playing elements. Others, such as Sudden Strike and Blitzkrieg, streamlined the experience by skipping base construction and emphasizing strategic attacks. Released in 2001, Cossacks: European Wars built on the foundation of games like Age of Empires, but truly stood out with its massive scope and immersive feel. While not perfect, the game’s strengths ultimately made it a success.