S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl

GSC Game World · March 20, 2007 · Atmospheric, Post-apocalyptic, Open World, FPS, Survival

Buy the S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl key for Steam from Kinguin at $13.32 — the cheapest of 11 stores we compare.

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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl price by region

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl costs £9.99 in the United Kingdom, €12.75 in Europe (EUR), $13.32 in the United States, $13.32 in Georgia (USD), A$23.58 in Australia, CA$26.89 in Canada, NZ$29.29 in New Zealand, zł59.57 in Poland and R$74.99 in Brazil right now.

Cheapest S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
United Kingdom £9.99 −20% £9.99 £13.30 10
Europe (EUR) €12.75 −21% €15.88 €12.75 11
United Statesyour region $13.32 −31% $19.20 $13.32 11
Georgia (USD) $13.32 −4% $13.49 $13.32 11
Australia A$23.58 −17% A$23.58 A$29.50 7
Canada CA$26.89 −4% CA$26.89 CA$27.99 6
New Zealand NZ$29.29 −17% NZ$29.29 NZ$29.99 6
Poland zł59.57 −21% zł70.14 zł59.57 8
Brazil R$74.99 R$74.99 R$74.99 8

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About S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl

✦ AI summary

Explore the radioactive ruins of Chernobyl as a stalker scavenging for artifacts and survival gear while navigating deadly anomalies, mutant hordes, and unpredictable rival factions. This atmospheric first-person shooter blends survival horror with non-linear storytelling and smart AI-driven NPCs to create an immersive world where every decision shapes your fate and ending.

The Zone, a place full of unfathomable wonders and sinister threats – former exclusion territory near the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. This most dangerous place on Earth became even more mysterious after an obscure accident in 2006. Anomalies with precious artifacts, starving mutants and greedy thugs have flooded these lands along with stalkers searching for a new life and ways to get rich… Feel as one of them in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl!

SEARCHING



To survive, a true stalker must not stop his search. Valuable trophies, equipment and supplies, new friends, shortcuts or answers to the grimmest riddles of these lands are what give a chance not to perish. So prepare for a foray to find your fate in the Center of the Zone, the most protected place from unwanted guests.

HAZARD



The path of a stalker to his goal is never a walk in the park. A treacherous anomaly, able to mash even the most experienced fighter, the stray of ravenous mutants or jarring betrayal – any of these things can cost your life. Get ready to check your skills and gumption, enduring the superior numbers of rivals and mutants. Stay alert even when you are alone – here at the Zone, everything is rarely what it seems at first glance.

DESOLATION



These desolate lands of eternal autumn are full of hundreds of vagabonds. Though, the stalker is always on his own, facing dangers that are often unseen. Listen carefully, calculate every step and trust no one but yourself and Geiger counter. Only intuition combined with mastery and ice-cold guts can save a free stalker from being Lost to the Zone.

Game Features:
  • A mix of action, horror, survival, and RPG elements in a dark Eastern European sci-fiction setting.
  • The unique atmosphere of loneliness in a dangerous place where time has stopped forever.
  • Locations transferred to the game from the real Chornobyl Exclusion Zone: Pripyat, ChNPP, and many others.
  • Smart AI of opponents and NPCs who live their own lives and are capable of reacting to changes.
  • A non-linear story in which your choices lead to one of many endings.
  • Dynamic changes in the day-night cycle and weather conditions that affect the gameplay.
  • Multiplayer modes with up to 32 players on one map.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Player modes
Single-player, Online PvP, LAN
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Players highlight the game's lasting appeal and entertainment value, with some calling it a beloved classic they return to fondly. However, the Enhanced Edition has disappointed some fans, and technical issues including frequent crashes on Windows 10 are notable problems that detract from the experience.

Recommended Sep 28, 2026
Even tho the game is quite old, it has one of the best alive feeling worlds to this day. My first playthrough has lured me into looking more into the lore of this world and I do not regret it. There are many things left unexplained even after you've finished the game, but that leaves more to learn and it's worth it.
1 found this helpful
Recommended Sep 26, 2026
play a modded version of this game or else it will crash every hour
1 found this helpful
Recommended Oct 2, 2026
z o n e
Recommended Sep 30, 2026
good game
Recommended Sep 30, 2026
Cheeki Briki! 10/10
Recommended Sep 27, 2026
I love the Monolith. I serve the Monolith. The Monoltih owns me. I am a proud Monolith servant

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