GSC Game World has released the enhanced version of "St.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition". This work is the next-generation upgrade of the original trilogy of "St.A.L.K.E.R., which brings image quality upgrades, next-generation host optimization and expanded MOD support.
The enhanced game will be released on May 20, and will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and supports Chinese.GSC Game World said that all platform players with the original game can automatically enter the enhanced version.
Promotional video:
"Rider: Legend of the Forbidden Zone Trilogy" enhanced version:
· "Stalker: Shadow of Chernobyl" (2007) Enhanced Edition
· "Rider: The Sky" (2008) Enhanced Edition
· "Rogue: The Summoning of Pripyat" (2009) Enhanced Edition
GSC Game World said that players with Xbox Series X/S or PS5 versions of "Stalker: Legend of the Boundary Trilogy" can get the enhanced version of the corresponding game for free.
Regarding the PC platform, GSC Game World said, "To thank loyal fans", players who own the original "Stalker" game can get an enhanced version for free, and players who purchase the enhanced version will receive a bonus for the original game.The trilogy bundle costs $39.99 and each game is sold separately for $19.99.
Cross-platform archives between PC and host are not supported, your archive data is only applicable to the platforms you are playing.
On PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the Storyteller: Legend of the Zone Trilogy enhanced version offers a variety of framerate options, including standard mode 30 FPS and 60 FPS.In addition, there are specific modes for 40FPS and up to 120FPS, but these 40FPS and 120FPS options are only available for displays that support VRR (variable refresh rate) technology.
The Story Enhanced Console has a variety of graphics and performance modes, including "Quality Balance" mode, "Performance" mode and "Super Performance" mode.
Xbox Series X, PS5, PS5 Pro: Picture quality (native 4K/30 FPS), balance (stretch 4K/40 FPS), performance (stretch 4K/60 FPS), super performance (stretch 2K/120 FPS)
Xbox Series S: Image quality (native 2K/30FPS), balance (stretch 2K/40FPS), performance (1080p/60FPS)
Note: The quality balance mode and the super performance mode are only available when using monitors that support VRR (variable refresh rate) technology.
"Stalker: Legend of the Forbidden Zone Trilogy" enhanced visual effect upgrade (all platforms):
Enhanced ambience visual effects including sacred light effects, dynamic screen space reflections and advanced global lighting effects
Redesigned body of water shader, upgraded sky box, and moisture effects
The image quality is fully upgraded, the texture quality is greatly improved, and the NPC and environment are more delicate
4K pre-rendered cutscenes to enhance dramatic narrative, optimize weapon vision, and enhance combat visibility
"Rider: Legend of the Forbidden Zone Trilogy" enhanced version console enhancement and new graphics MOD (PS5, XSX|S):
XSX, PS5 and PS5 Pro:
Image quality mode: native 4K/30FPS
Balance mode: stretch 4K/40FPS
Performance mode: Stretch 4K/60FPS
Ultra-high performance mode: stretch 2K/120 FPS
Xbox Series S:
Image quality mode: native 2K/30FPS
Balance mode: stretch 2K/40FPS
Performance mode: 1080p/60FPS
Keyboard and mouse support: PS55 and Xbox Series X/S support, providing players with a customized experience.
Integrate Mod.io: Create and share MOD between PC and host via mod.io (https://mod.io/)
"Rider: Legend of the Forbidden Zone Trilogy" enhanced version PC features:
Steam Deck optimization: All Steam Deck compatible, play trilogy anytime, anywhere
Steam Workshop Integration: Access to Rich User Generated MOD
Cloud Archive: Seamless backup of game progress across devices
Support handle: fully compatible with handles, providing host-like experience
"Rider: Sky" Enhanced Edition
"Rider: Sky" is a prequel chapter of the Forbidden Zone Legend trilogy.You will play the role of Scarface, a veteran of mercenary who has been through weather but can always survive deadly radiation, participate in factional wars that change the pattern of power, cross the radiation zones, mutant points, hostile forces, mutant creatures and the forbidden zones where the war is raging, and head towards the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Return to where it all started - The "Stalker" trilogy, one of the most visionary and groundbreaking survival first-person shooters in history, returns to Glory.Now optimized and enhanced, it will bring a legendary journey that cannot be missed for the new generation of players.
Features of enhanced version:
Ambient visuals enhancements include sacred light effects, dynamic screen space reflections, and advanced global lighting effects.Redesigned body of water shader, upgraded sky box, and moisture effects.
The image quality has been comprehensively upgraded, the texture quality has been greatly improved, and the NPC and environment have been more delicate.
Upgraded weapon vision and model.
Multiple vulnerability fixes and experience optimization.
Fully support for gamepads.
"Rider: Sky" is a prequel chapter of the Forbidden Zone Legend trilogy.You will play the role of Scarface, a veteran of mercenary who has been through weather but can always survive deadly radiation, participate in factional wars that change the pattern of power, cross the radiation zones, mutant points, hostile forces, mutant creatures and the forbidden zones where the war is raging, and head towards the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Factional War
As the mutated activity reaches an unprecedented level, the situation in the entire restricted area continues to be turbulent.Choose your path carefully, or you can deal with all forces like a real mercenary, and rewrite the shaky balance of power in this restricted area with your own hands.
Unknown
Step into the unknown realm of the swamp, Limansik and mangroves, and uncover the secrets of the lost territory.Use new weapons, advanced equipment upgrade systems in the arsenal, and innovative artifact search mechanisms to open up your way to survive in the crisis-ridden restricted area.
Uncover the mystery of the past
Uncovering deep secrets closely related to the original "Shadow of Chernobyl".Witness the major events that create a future pattern, meet iconic characters, and explore the old appearance of the legendary location.
System requirements
Minimum configuration:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Operating system: Windows 10 x64 / Windows 11 x64
Processor: Intel Core i3-7100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 4GB / AMD Radeon RX 560 4GB
Storage: 8 GB of free space required
Notes: Graphics Preset: LOW | FXAA; Resolution: 1080p; Target FPS: 60
Recommended configuration:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Operating system: Windows 10 x64 / Windows 11 x64
Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB
Storage: 8 GB of free space required
Notes: Graphics Preset: MAXIMUM; Resolution: 1080p; Target FPS: 60