Finding an incredible glitch in STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl, a player discovered a way for the protagonist, Skif, to zoom across the game’s expansive map. While fast travel is a feature, this unexpected bug took things to another level, bypassing normal weight restrictions and making it possible to quickly reach settlements without a hitch.
After a decade-plus in the making, STALKER 2 launched as the fourth installment in GSC Game World’s acclaimed series, following up on 2009’s Call of Pripyat. Among the buzz, fans are eagerly waiting for an upcoming free multiplayer mode. Despite some negativity stirred by alleged review bombing, the game’s reception has been largely positive, selling over 1.4 million copies since its release in late November.
A Reddit user, jbarn23, shared a brief 32-second clip showcasing the anomaly, where they used the Veles Detector just as Skif walked into it, sending him soaring through the sky. Unbelievably, the character landed unharmed in a nearby settlement, to the amazement of other players. This glitch resonates with the community, particularly because it appears to negate fall damage completely.
There’s a reference that might ring a bell with veteran gamers: comparisons are being drawn to The Elder Scrolls series, which is well-known for its quirky glitches. Some Reddit posters even dubbed this moment “Anomaly of Icarian Flight,” suggesting it as a potential tool for future speedrunners, though they might look to optimize playthroughs without leaning on this exploit.
In another fun twist, another player unveiled a charming Harry Potter Easter egg hidden within the game, hinting at the many secrets yet to be uncovered in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. Although a fix for the flying glitch seems inevitable in coming updates, the community is enjoying the quirkiness while it lasts.
STALKER 2 presents a compelling narrative set in a massive 64-square-kilometer radioactive environment, teeming with hostile mutants, dangerous factions, and artifacts of great value. As players navigate this challenging landscape, they’ll encounter a diverse range of enemies and have access to numerous weapon combinations. Available on Xbox Series X and S, as well as on Windows, this post-apocalyptic adventure invites players to forge their path amidst the chaos.
