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

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

The Enhanced Edition revamps Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008), and Call of Prypiat (2009) with improved graphics, console optimizations, and expanded mod support.

GSC Game World confirmed that owners of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy on Xbox Series X/S or PS5 will receive the Enhanced Edition at no extra cost.

For PC users, GSC Game World offers free Enhanced Edition upgrades to existing owners of the original trilogy. New buyers of the Enhanced Edition get the original versions included. The bundle costs $39.99, or $19.99 per game.

Cross-platform save transfers between PC and consoles are not available. Progress remains tied to the chosen platform.

On PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the Enhanced Edition offers frame-rate options: 30 FPS and 60 FPS standard modes, plus 40 FPS and up to 120 FPS for VRR-compatible displays.

The console version includes Quality Balanced, Performance, and Ultra Performance modes for tailored graphical settings.

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).

(Quality Balanced and Ultra Performance modes require VRR-supported displays.)

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 immersive environments.Enhanced textures and detailed 3D models for NPCs, weapons, and landscapes.Advanced water and wetness shaders with upgraded skyboxes for dynamic visuals.4K cinematics and improved weapon FOV for engaging storytelling and combat.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy - Enhanced Edition Console Features and Mods (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/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 PS5 and Xbox Series X/S for customized gameplay.Mod.io Integration: Share and create 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 portably with full Steam Deck support.Steam Workshop Integration: Explore a wide range of user-created mods.Cloud Saves: Sync progress effortlessly across devices.Gamepad Support: Experience console-style gameplay with full controller compatibility.

GSC Game World, based in Kyiv, Ukraine, developed the acclaimed S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl last year. Learn more about how the studio navigated challenges during Ukraine’s invasion here.