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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Trilogy Enhanced Edition: Next-Gen Visuals and Features Unveiled

By EricDec 19,2025

GSC Game World has revealed S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition, a next-generation upgrade of the classic S.T.A.L.K.E.R. trilogy, set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S on May 20.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition features revamped versions of Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008), and Call of Prypiat (2009). Each title boasts enhanced graphics, optimizations for next-gen consoles, and expanded modding capabilities.

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GSC Game World confirmed that players who own the S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy on Xbox Series X and S or PS5 will receive the Enhanced Edition of the respective titles at no additional cost.

For PC players, GSC Game World expressed gratitude to their dedicated community, noting that owners of the original S.T.A.L.K.E.R. games will receive the Enhanced Editions for free. Purchasers of the Enhanced Editions will also get the original versions included. The trilogy is priced at $39.99 as a bundle, or $19.99 per game individually.

Cross-platform save transfers between PC and consoles are not available. Saved progress will remain exclusive to the platform in use.

On PS5 and Xbox Series X and S, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition offers multiple frame-rate settings, including standard 30 FPS and 60 FPS modes. Additional modes targeting 40 FPS and up to 120 FPS are available exclusively for displays with VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support.

The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Enhanced Edition on consoles includes various graphical and performance options, such as Quality Balanced mode, Performance mode, and Ultra Performance mode.

Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro: Quality (native 4K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 4K/40 FPS), Performance (upscaled 4K/60 FPS), Ultra Performance (upscaled 2K/120 FPS).Xbox Series S: Quality (native 2K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 2K/40 FPS), Performance (1080p/60 FPS).

(Both the Quality Balanced mode and the Ultra Performance mode are exclusively available when using a display that supports VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) technology.)

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition visual upgrades (all platforms):

Improved lighting with godrays, screen space reflections, and global illumination for a richer atmosphere.Higher-resolution textures and detailed 3D models for NPCs, weapons, and environments.Enhanced shaders for water and wetness effects, paired with upgraded skyboxes for a more vibrant world.4K pre-rendered cinematics for compelling storytelling and improved weapon FOV for better combat immersion.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition console enhancements and new graphic mods (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S):

Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro: Quality (native 4K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 4K/40 FPS), Performance (upscaled 4K/60 FPS), Ultra Performance (upscaled 2K/120 FPS).Xbox Series S: Quality (native 2K/30 FPS), Balanced (upscaled 2K/40 FPS), Performance (1080p/60 FPS).Keyboard & Mouse Support: Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for a customized experience.Mod.io Integration: Create and share mods across PC and consoles via mod.io.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition PC features:

Steam Deck Optimized: Enjoy the trilogy on the go with full Steam Deck compatibility.Steam Workshop Integration: Explore a wide range of user-created mods.Cloud Saves: Effortless progress syncing across devices.Gamepad Support: Full controller compatibility for a console-like experience on PC.

GSC Game World, based in Kyiv, Ukraine, is the developer behind the acclaimed S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, released last year. Learn more about how S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 has transformed the studio amid Ukraine’s ongoing challenges here.

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