Stalker 2 Dec 3 patch notes: Input lag decrease, save file fix, more

As a seasoned Stalker fan with over a decade of traversing the Zone, I can confidently say that the latest Update 1.0.3 for Stalker 2 has brought forth a breath of fresh air. The developers at GSC Game World have been tirelessly working to address the myriad of issues plaguing this cherished game, and it’s heartening to see their dedication in action.

Patch notes for Stalker 2 Update 1.0.3 details fixes for save file errors, main and side mission bugs, and more.

Initially, Stalker 2 wasn’t in an optimal condition at its launch. The PC and Xbox versions were plagued with issues such as game-halting bugs and frequent crashes. These problems were tackled in an update on November 29th.

A new update, version 1.0.3, was recently released by the developers, focusing on resolving mission issues and reducing input delay. This update follows another one that addressed numerous mission glitches which were impeding progression in the previous version.

In some missions, the AI controlling Non-Player Characters (NPCs) will be modified to avoid obstructing doorways, ensuring smoother gameplay for players.

Patch notes for Stalker 2 Update 1.0.3

Developer GSC Game World has shared release notes for Stalker 2 1.0.3, the December 3 update for PC and Xbox platforms.

Crash and Memory Leaks

  • Multiple ACCESS_VIOLATION_ERROR fixes.
  • Multiple LowLevelFatalError crash fixes.

Controls Adjustments

Based on your feedback, we’ve made the necessary adjustments to these specific parameters/values to minimize keyboard and mouse input delay.

  • Mouse Smoothing is disabled by default.
  • Mouse Acceleration is disabled by default.

Furthermore, the default settings for mouse sensitivity have been adjusted to provide a consistent default experience for our players. The changes involve modifying two specific parameters as follows:

  • Camera sensitivity: 25%.
  • Aim sensitivity: 15%.

Main and Side Missions

  • Fixed issue with Monolithians that were able to chase player outside the X-5 lab during the In Search of Past Glory mission.
  • Fixed an issue where the NPCs Hamster and Ricochet would die after trying to enter a building during the mission On the Edge.
  • Fixed issue with Bayun cat which could despawn before player loots a collar from it during In the Name of Science mission.
  • Fixed issue with player potentially locking oneself during Dangerous Liaisons mission.
  • Fixed issue with Roosevelt becoming hostile upon noticing a player going stealthily through the Commissary during King of the Hill mission.
  • Fixed an issue when Sava despawns in front of the player after the dialog in the bunker during A Heavy Burden mission.
  • Fixed issue with NPC’s despawning when player successfully finishes Legends of the Zone mission.

AI

  • Fixed an issue with mutant bodies stretching after a shot from an automatic weapon.
  • Fixed an issue that caused NPCs to block the doors during the Back to the Slag Heap mission.

Balance

  • Fixed issue with Sidorovich not selling certain ammo types.

Saves

  • Fixed issues with missing player saves after a hard reboot of the PC/Xbox.

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2024-12-04 18:17