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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Weaponry: A Comprehensive Guide

Weapons are crucial for survival and exploration in the hazardous Chernobyl Exclusion Zone depicted in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. This guide details the diverse arsenal available, from classic firearms to experimental designs, and how to effectively utilize them against mutants and other threats.

Weapon Overview:

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 boasts a highly customizable weapon system, allowing players to tailor their firearms to individual playstyles. The game features a mix of traditional weapons like assault rifles and sniper rifles, alongside unique experimental weapons developed in clandestine military facilities. Each weapon possesses distinct characteristics impacting accuracy, damage, reload speed, and range. Ammunition selection and weapon modifications further enhance gameplay.

Weapon Table:

The following table summarizes the key attributes of each weapon in the game. Note that values are relative and may vary based on modifications.

Weapon Name	Damage	Penetration	Rate of Fire	Range	Accuracy	Notes
AKM-74S	1.2	1.1	4.9	1.9	2.7	Versatile mid-range weapon.
AKM-74U	1.0	1.1	4.92	1.2	2.5	High rate of fire, suitable for close to medium range.
APSB	1.1	3.0	4.93	1.0	3.1	High penetration, excellent accuracy pistol.
AR416	0.85	1.1	4.97	1.9	3.6	High rate of fire and accuracy, ideal for medium to long range.
AS Lavina	1.1	2.6	4.92	1.4	3.65	Powerful assault rifle, effective against armored targets.
Beast	1.1	2.8	4.9	1.9	3.0	Unique RPM-74 variant, excellent for late-game missions.
Boomstick	5.0	1.1	4.9	0.55	1.7	Powerful shotgun for close-quarters combat.
Buket S-2	1.2	2.1	4.9	1.3	3.3	High rate of fire submachine gun.
Clusterfuck	1.6	2.1	4.95	2.4	4.0	High damage, range, and accuracy assault rifle.
Combatant	1.2	1.1	4.9	1.9	2.6	Balanced damage and accuracy assault rifle.
Deadeye	1.3	1.1	4.98	0.7	3.9	High accuracy pistol for short to medium range.
Decider	1.1	2.1	4.95	1.9	3.0	Balanced damage and accuracy assault rifle.
Dnipro	1.2	3.0	4.91	1.9	3.0	High damage and penetration assault rifle.
Drowned	1.4	1.1	4.9	1.9	2.6	Unique assault rifle obtained in the Swamp.
EM-1	5.0	4.0	0	5.0	5.0	Powerful Gauss gun variant.
Encourage	1.4	3.0	4.9	1.0	4.0	Unique APSB variant.
F-1 Grenade	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Classic defensive grenade.
Fora-221	0.9	2.1	4.98	1.9	3.0	Assault rifle with good mid-range characteristics.
Gambit	1.2	1.1	4.95	0.6	3.9	Pistol obtained during "The Forge of Progress" mission.
Gangster	0.5	2.1	5.0	0.7	2.1	High rate of fire submachine gun for close combat.
Gauss Gun	5.0	4.0	0	5.0	5.0	High accuracy and range sniper rifle.
Glutton	1.1	2.5	4.9	1.9	2.5	Powerful machine gun found in Rostok.
GP37	0.8	2.1	4.96	2.3	4.3	Versatile assault rifle with good penetration.
Grom S-14	0.9	2.4	4.93	1.6	3.5	Good damage, penetration, and accuracy assault rifle.
Grom S-15	0.9	2.4	4.9	1.6	3.8	Good damage and accuracy assault rifle.
Integral-A	0.7	2.9	5.0	1.6	3.9	Effective submachine gun for close combat.
Kharod	0.9	3.0	4.93	2.3	4.2	Powerful assault rifle with excellent penetration and accuracy.
Labyrinth IV	1.5	2.1	4.9	0.6	3.2	Excellent damage and penetration at short range.
Lynx	3.5	3.0	4.9	1.9	5.0	Excellent long-range sniper rifle.
RPG-7U	0.5	1.1	3.0	5.0	3.45	Powerful weapon for vehicles and large targets.
Zubr-19	1.1	2.8	4.91	1.6	3.65	Powerful submachine gun for close to mid-range combat.

This table provides a starting point for weapon selection. Remember to experiment and find the weapons that best suit your playstyle and the challenges you face in the Chernobyl Zone.