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Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
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Sep 30, 2025 | Sep 5, 2024 |
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Survios | GSC Game World |
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Survios | GSC Game World |
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Action-Horror, First-Person Shooter, Survival Horror | First-Person Shooter, Survival Horror, Open World, Post-Apocalyptic, RPG-lite |
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Unreal Engine 5 | Unreal Engine 5 |
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M (Mature 17+) | Mature 17+ (Expected) |
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4.1 / 5.0 | 0.0 / 5.0 |
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$29.99 | $59.99 |
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Progression is based on survival and resource management. There are no skill trees or leveling systems. Players must find weapons and tools like a blow torch and wire clamp to access new areas and solve environmental puzzles. Upgrades are not a core feature; survival depends on skill and ammo conservation. |
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World & Level Design | |
The game features sprawling, interconnected levels set within the Castor's Cradle facility and the surrounding environment of Purdan. While not an open world, the levels are large and offer ancillary paths for exploration to find extra resources and lore. |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 will feature a seamless open world of approximately 64 sq km, one of the largest in gaming. It will encompass iconic locations from previous games (e.g., Pripyat, Chornobyl NPP, Red Forest, Cordon - TBD if all are present or reimagined) as well as new, unexplored territories within the Exclusion Zone. The world will be dynamic, with the A-Life 2.0 system simulating life for factions and mutants independently of the player. Expect diverse biomes from irradiated wastelands and dense forests to underground laboratories and abandoned urban areas. |
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The game is a strictly single-player experience and does not have any multiplayer or co-operative modes. |
A free multiplayer update is planned for release after the main game. Details are scarce, but it's expected to include PvP modes. Co-operative elements or a standalone mode like the once-planned S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Online (focused on raids) are speculative but possible. |
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Available Editions | |
The game is available in a Standard Edition ($29.99) and a Digital Deluxe Edition ($39.99). The Deluxe Edition includes two cosmetic skins (armor and weapon) and a digital in-game artbook. Pre-ordering granted exclusive 'Alien: Romulus' inspired skins. |
Multiple editions have been announced: Standard, Deluxe (digital artbook, soundtrack, extra side quests, costumes/weapon skins), Ultimate (Deluxe content + Season Pass with future DLCs, more costumes/weapon skins), and physical Collector's Edition (Ultimate content + SteelBook, artbook, stalker figurine, letter, map, patches, keychain, etc.). |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
N/A | A Season Pass is confirmed for higher editions, indicating plans for multiple DLCs, likely including story expansions, new areas, weapons, and potentially game modes. A free multiplayer update is also planned after release. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
N/A | Developed on Unreal Engine 5, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 aims for cutting-edge photorealistic visuals. It will leverage UE5 features like Nanite (virtualized micropolygon geometry for extreme detail) and Lumen (fully dynamic global illumination and reflections). Expect highly detailed environments, realistic weather systems, advanced lighting, and detailed character/mutant models. Motion capture and photogrammetry are being used extensively. |
Audio & Soundtrack | |
N/A | Expected to feature an atmospheric and melancholic soundtrack, possibly by MoozE (composer for previous S.T.A.L.K.E.R. games) or similar artists, blending ambient electronic, industrial, and folk elements. Immersive sound design is a hallmark, with distinct anomaly sounds, mutant roars, weapon effects, and the oppressive ambience of the Zone (wind, Geiger counter clicks, distant gunfire). |
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N/A | Expected to be immersive and diegetic where possible, fitting the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. aesthetic. HUD will likely display health, stamina, radiation levels, ammo, equipped detectors, and time. PDA will be crucial for map, inventory, quests, and information. Dynamic indicators for hunger, thirst, sleep, and bleeding are staples of the series. |
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N/A | To Be Determined (TBD). Modern AAA games typically include a range of accessibility options, so it's likely S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 will offer features like customizable controls, subtitle options, UI scaling, and potentially gameplay modifiers, though specifics are unconfirmed. |
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1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS High settings. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs needed due to UE5 and A-Life 2.0. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High. GPU (Laptop): Performance-focused laptop GPUs. 8GB+ VRAM crucial. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended. Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super (8GB) / RTX 3060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB) / RX 6700 XT (12GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10875H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better (Estimated) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile would provide a more consistent experience.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB SSD |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: The official minimum CPU required to play the game. CPU (Laptop): A solid mid-range laptop CPU is needed for minimum settings. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. GPU (Laptop): A mid-range dedicated gaming laptop GPU is needed. RAM: 16GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. Storage: An HDD is technically supported. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB) or RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB HDD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset) (Low Preset) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for lower settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. A-Life 2.0 might push this higher. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for lower settings. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 6GB VRAM crucial. RAM: 8GB absolute minimum, but 16GB stated as highly recommended even for minimum. Storage: SSD is mandatory. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-7600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-8750H / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (Laptop equivalent) or better (Estimated) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile (6GB) / RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB). **An RTX 3050 Ti Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile (High TGP) would be a more realistic minimum for a stable experience.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB SSD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High Performance (Estimated 1440p ~60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset, Upscaling likely needed) (High/Ultra Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR Quality/Balanced)) CPU: CPU for 1440p/60FPS High/Ultra. CPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop CPU. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS High/Ultra. Upscaling essential. GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs. 12GB+ VRAM critical. RAM: 32GB RAM essential for smoother 1440p high settings. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (Estimated) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) / RTX 4070 Ti (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB) / RX 7900 XT (20GB) (Estimated) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900H / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS/HX or better (Estimated) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4090 Mobile would be better.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (High Preset, 1440p resolution.) CPU: The official recommended desktop CPU for a smooth experience. CPU (Laptop): A modern, high-performance laptop CPU is recommended for this tier. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1440p gameplay. GPU (Laptop): A powerful modern laptop GPU is needed for a high-quality 1440p experience. RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended for optimal performance. Storage: An SSD is required for this tier. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-12600 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB, High TGP) or RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 30 GB SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultimate (Estimated 2160p/4K ~60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset, Aggressive Upscaling + Frame Gen Required) (High/Ultra Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR Performance/Ultra Performance + Frame Generation)) CPU: Flagship CPU for attempting 4K/60FPS Ultimate. CPU (Laptop): Absolute flagship laptop CPUs. GPU: Flagship desktop GPU for 4K Ultimate, heavily reliant on DLSS/FSR with Frame Generation. GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPU, will be pushed to its limits. Aggressive upscaling mandatory. RAM: 32GB RAM highly recommended for 4K Ultimate. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-13900K or AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D (Estimated) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (24GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB) (Estimated) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13980HX/14900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D (Estimated) laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **This will be the target. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be needed for a more comfortable experience with less reliance on aggressive upscaling. (Highly Speculative)** layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD |
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Spec: 30 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is strongly recommended for faster loading times. Type: SSD | Spec: 150 GB available space (SSD Required). Note: An NVMe SSD is mandatory for the intended experience due to the seamless open world and UE5's asset streaming capabilities (Nanite). Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit required) Explanation: A modern 64-bit operating system is required. | Spec: Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit) Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11 is required. |
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N/A | Spec: DirectX 12 Ultimate (Expected for full feature set) Explanation: DirectX 12 is listed, Ultimate likely needed for features like advanced ray tracing (if implemented beyond Lumen) or mesh shaders. |
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