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|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/publisher|bitComposer Games}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|bitComposer Games}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Deep Silver}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/engine|X-Ray Engine}} | {{Infobox game/row/engine|X-Ray Engine}} | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October 2, 2009}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|October 2, 2009}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|stalker-call-of-pripyat|80}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic||}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|s-dot-t-a-dot-l-k-dot-e-r-dot-call-of-pripyat|79}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Action, Shooter }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. }} | ||
|steam appid = 41700 | |steam appid = 41700 | ||
− | |gogcom | + | |steam appid side = |
+ | |gogcom id = 1207660583 | ||
+ | |gogcom id side = | ||
+ | |official site= https://cop.stalker-game.com/ | ||
+ | |hltb = 8036 | ||
+ | |igdb = | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = stalker-call-of-pripyat | ||
|wikipedia = S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat | |wikipedia = S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat | ||
|winehq = 10769 | |winehq = 10769 | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
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{{++}} Retail CD-keys are now redeemable on GOG.com and Steam using the [http://soc.stalker-game.com/?page=reclaim reclaim page]. | {{++}} Retail CD-keys are now redeemable on GOG.com and Steam using the [http://soc.stalker-game.com/?page=reclaim reclaim page]. | ||
{{--}} Multiple users report micro freezes happening even on the most modern computers. | {{--}} Multiple users report micro freezes happening even on the most modern computers. | ||
+ | {{ii}} The [[#OpenXRay|OpenXRay]] engine can be used for native Linux support, as well as improving compatibility with modern systems. | ||
{{ii}} Use the [[#Patches|Multi-Patch]] to replace [[GameSpy]] features that have been shut down. | {{ii}} Use the [[#Patches|Multi-Patch]] to replace [[GameSpy]] features that have been shut down. | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | |||
{{mm}} [http://www.gsc-game.com/main.php?t=community&s=forums&s_game_type=xr3 Official Forum] | {{mm}} [http://www.gsc-game.com/main.php?t=community&s=forums&s_game_type=xr3 Official Forum] | ||
{{mm}} [http://stalker.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Wiki] | {{mm}} [http://stalker.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Wiki] | ||
{{GOG.com links|1207660583|stalker_series|for game series}} | {{GOG.com links|1207660583|stalker_series|for game series}} | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/41700/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
+ | {{ii}}Can be played on Linux natively thanks to the open-source OpenXRay engine, see [[#OpenXRay|OpenXRay]]. | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}}. <br /> Russian copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}. <br /> All security measures are removed by the multi-patch. | GOG.com, Steam | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc, key | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}}. <br /> Russian copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}. <br /> All security measures are removed by the multi-patch. | GOG.com, Steam | Windows }} | ||
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===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
{{++}} The [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] replaces the [[GameSpy]] master servers and optionally forces [[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vsync]]. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already patched. | {{++}} The [http://www.stalker-game.com/en/?page=patches Multi-Patch] replaces the [[GameSpy]] master servers and optionally forces [[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vsync]]. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already patched. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===OpenXRay=== | ||
+ | {{++}} [https://github.com/OpenXRay/xray-16 OpenXRay] is an open-source re-implementation of the game's engine. It includes native support for Linux as well as OpenGL, possibly fixing bugs and improving compatibility with modern systems.<ref>{{refurl|date=2020-08-06|url=https://github.com/OpenXRay/xray-16|title=OpenXRay/xray-16: Improved version of the X-Ray Engine, the game engine used in the world-famous S.T.A.L.K.E.R. game series by GSC Game World.}}</ref> | ||
+ | {{ii}} Call of Pripyat support is complete, [[S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky]] support is in beta. | ||
===Modified LuaJIT library=== | ===Modified LuaJIT library=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use replacement files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use replacement files|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/504-stalker-soccop-xetrills-modified-luajit/ the modified library]. | # Download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/504-stalker-soccop-xetrills-modified-luajit/ the modified library]. | ||
− | # Extract the content of <code>LuaJIT_EXPERIMENTAL_latest. | + | # Extract the content of <code>LuaJIT_EXPERIMENTAL_latest.rar/release/bin</code> in <code>{{p|game}}\bin</code>. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
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===Modifications=== | ===Modifications=== | ||
{{mm}} [http://www.moddb.com/games/stalker-call-of-pripyat/mods/ Mod DB] has an large list of mods available for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat. | {{mm}} [http://www.moddb.com/games/stalker-call-of-pripyat/mods/ Mod DB] has an large list of mods available for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat. | ||
− | + | **Note**: If this is your first playthrough, it's not recommended to use any of these mods. Play the 3 games in order of release (Shadow of Chernobyl, Clear Sky and Call of Pripyat) then come back for the mods. | |
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====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/call-of-chernobyl S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Chernobyl]==== | ====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/call-of-chernobyl S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Chernobyl]==== | ||
* Call of Chernobyl is a free-play sandbox mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. : Call of Pripyat created by TeamEPIC. It features 32 explorable maps, reworked level design and level fixes, new original level, Trucks Cemetery, Full AI and A-Life overhaul, engine and script enhancements, Repeatable task system which bases itself on A-Life events, Customizable weather environments for every map as well as surges and psi-storms from AF3, Character creation which includes name, portrait and faction selection; Several optional modes such as Ironman mode, story mode and zombie survival mode, New achievements, rankings and reputation system, PDA leaderboard and enhanced PDA statistics, Companion system with keyboard issued commands, many optional side-features and community-made addons. | * Call of Chernobyl is a free-play sandbox mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. : Call of Pripyat created by TeamEPIC. It features 32 explorable maps, reworked level design and level fixes, new original level, Trucks Cemetery, Full AI and A-Life overhaul, engine and script enhancements, Repeatable task system which bases itself on A-Life events, Customizable weather environments for every map as well as surges and psi-storms from AF3, Character creation which includes name, portrait and faction selection; Several optional modes such as Ironman mode, story mode and zombie survival mode, New achievements, rankings and reputation system, PDA leaderboard and enhanced PDA statistics, Companion system with keyboard issued commands, many optional side-features and community-made addons. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Use [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/547441675115429889/603698310494289925/OGSE_reverb_for_CoC.zip this mod] to get appropriate reverb effects when using OpenAL Soft. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/stalker-anomaly Anomaly]==== | ||
+ | * Anomaly is a standalone freeplay S.T.A.L.K.E.R. mod powered by an x64 version of Open X-Ray. Built upon Last Day, the mod continues its way on expanding and adding new features while maintaining a high level of quality and replay value. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/dead-air Dead Air]==== | ||
+ | * Dead Air is a full-scale freeplay S.T.A.L.K.E.R. modification based on Call of Chernobyl. It changes all aspects of the game, from graphics, audio, and special effects to various gameplay and AI features. The modification evolves from the ideas started in Call of Misery, a previous project from the mod's author. Major inspirations for Dead Air have been projects such as NLC, MISERY, Autumn Aurora, and OGSE. Dead Air prioritizes the development of the game platform's potential, gameplay complexity, and attention to detail, along with addressing both the quality and quantity of all content. | ||
====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/atmosfear-for-call-of-pripyat Atmosfear]==== | ====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/atmosfear-for-call-of-pripyat Atmosfear]==== | ||
* AtmosFear 3 is a mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call Of Pripyat that tweaks and expands the vanilla weather system to be more realistic and various. | * AtmosFear 3 is a mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call Of Pripyat that tweaks and expands the vanilla weather system to be more realistic and various. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/stalker-misery Misery]==== | ||
+ | * Full concept modification of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat that touches every game aspect including textures, sfx, music, weapons, AI, items, weather difficulty and much more. Designed to make the game much more difficult. | ||
====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/call-of-pripyat-complete Call of Pripyat Complete]==== | ====[http://www.moddb.com/mods/call-of-pripyat-complete Call of Pripyat Complete]==== | ||
− | * Complete mod contains major bug fixes, A.I improvements, upgraded shaders, new higher resolution textures, sounds, music, weather and visual effects. It also provides several (optional) game breaking cheats, and has not been updated since March 2011. It is recommended that you seek out a smaller more up to date mods to fix or change whatever you seek. | + | * ATTENTION: Not recommended for a first playthrough. Complete mod contains major bug fixes, A.I improvements, upgraded shaders, new higher resolution textures, sounds, music, weather and visual effects. It also provides several (optional) game breaking cheats, and has not been updated since March 2011. It is recommended that you seek out a smaller more up to date mods to fix or change whatever you seek. |
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/remake COP Remake 2.1] / [https://www.gamepressure.com/download.asp?ID=63992 2.0]==== | ||
+ | * Ultra HD textures. Prettier models for characters, monsters, weapons, hands and items. Enhanced weather, nature, structures, particles, shaders and post process effects. HQ sounds and interface. Version 2.0 can be more stable. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.moddb.com/mods/sigerous-sgm Sigerous Mod]==== | ||
+ | * Extends the vanilla storyline with additional quests, adds extra maps found in the Clear sky game. New items, weapons, outfits and artifacts. The versions here have had additional mods merged with them such as Atmosfear and Absolute Nature as well as any fixes, tweaks and translations required. In SGM you can join factions and take on faction specific tasks. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|public}}\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|public}}\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/config|GOG.com|{{p|userprofile}} | + | {{Game data/config|GOG.com|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Stalker-COP\}} |
{{Game data/config|Steam|{{P|game}}\_appdata_\}} | {{Game data/config|Steam|{{P|game}}\_appdata_\}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|public}}\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\savedgames\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|public}}\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\savedgames\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/saves|GOG.com|{{p|userprofile}} | + | {{Game data/saves|GOG.com|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Stalker-COP\savedgames\}} |
{{Game data/saves|Steam|{{P|game}}\_appdata_\savedgames\}} | {{Game data/saves|Steam|{{P|game}}\_appdata_\savedgames\}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |gog galaxy | + | |discord = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |origin | + | |epic games store = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games store notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = false |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | |uplay | + | |origin = |
− | |uplay notes | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = true |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |uplay = | ||
+ | |uplay notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat General Video.png|In-game general video settings.}} | {{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat General Video.png|In-game general video settings.}} | ||
{{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Advanced Video 1.png|In-game advanced video settings.}} | {{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Advanced Video 1.png|In-game advanced video settings.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/stalker-call-pripyat |
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = silver | |multimonitor wsgf award = silver | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
{{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Controls.png|In-game control settings.}} | {{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Controls.png|In-game control settings.}} | ||
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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|steam input api = unknown | |steam input api = unknown | ||
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
+ | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
+ | |steam hook input notes = | ||
|steam input presets = unknown | |steam input presets = unknown | ||
|steam input presets notes = | |steam input presets notes = | ||
|steam controller prompts = unknown | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
|steam controller prompts notes = | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} | {{Image|STALKER Call of Pripyat Audio.png|In-game audio settings.}} | ||
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = SFX and music. | |separate volume notes = SFX and music. | ||
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|eax support notes = EAX 2.0. HRTF can be used without any audio card with some modification. See [[#Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF|Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF]] | |eax support notes = EAX 2.0. HRTF can be used without any audio card with some modification. See [[#Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF|Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | |||
===Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF=== | ===Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Replace OpenAL32.dll file|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Replace OpenAL32.dll file|fix= | ||
− | + | :1. Go to the [http://openal-soft.org main OpenAL Soft] page and download both Windows binary and the source code. | |
− | + | :2. Unpack <code>soft_oal.dll</code> from '''bin/win32''' directory in Windows binary archive, rename it to <code>wrap_oal.dll</code> and replace the existing one located in '''bin''' folder of the game. | |
− | + | :3. Create a folder called '''openal''' in <code>%APPDATA</code> and unpack the '''hrtf''' folder from the source code archive in there. Create a new text file in <code>%APPDATA</code> called <code>alsoft.ini</code> and add the following line: | |
<pre> | <pre> | ||
[general] | [general] | ||
hrtf=true | hrtf=true | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
− | Save it and then run the game | + | :4.Save it and then run the game. |
− | + | :5. Go to the '''Options→Sound''' and change the '''Sound driver''' to '''OpenAL Soft''' and restart the game. | |
− | + | :6. Open up the developer console using {{key|~}} and scroll up using the {{key|Page Up}} key, if the message says. | |
− | |||
− | |||
<pre> | <pre> | ||
SOUND: OpenAL: Required device: OpenAL Soft. Created device: OpenAL Soft | SOUND: OpenAL: Required device: OpenAL Soft. Created device: OpenAL Soft | ||
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|language = German | |language = German | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Hungarian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/stalker-call-of-pripyat/2736 Fan translation.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Italian | |language = Italian | ||
|interface = true | |interface = true | ||
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
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|audio = true | |audio = true | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Features optional Polish voice-over translation. |
|fan = | |fan = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Turkish | |language = Turkish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = hackable |
|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = hackable |
− | + | |fan = true | |
− | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Ukrainian | |language = Ukrainian | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = hackable |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = hackable |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = hackable |
− | |notes = | + | |notes = Official translation patch from GSC, [http://cop.stalker-game.ru/?page=misc_downloads download]. Already included in Steam version. Some characters still speak Russian for the sake of realism. |
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|tcp = 3783, 6500, 6515, 6667, 13139, 27900, 28900, 29900, 29901 | |tcp = 3783, 6500, 6515, 6667, 13139, 27900, 28900, 29900, 29901 | ||
|udp = | |udp = | ||
− | |upnp = | + | |upnp = unknown |
}} | }} | ||
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|iz3d = unknown | |iz3d = unknown | ||
|iz3d notes = | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = true | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = Officially supported game, see [https://www.vorpx.com/supported-games/ official vorpx game list]. | ||
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
|htc vive notes = | |htc vive notes = | ||
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|keyboard-mouse = | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
|keyboard-mouse notes = | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
− | |3rd space gaming vest = | + | |3rd space gaming vest = true |
|3rd space gaming vest notes = | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
|novint falcon = | |novint falcon = | ||
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# Search for <code>KB2670838</code> and uninstall it. | # Search for <code>KB2670838</code> and uninstall it. | ||
# Restart your system. | # Restart your system. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use OpenXray|fix= | ||
+ | # See [[#OpenXRay]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
− | |opengl versions = | + | |opengl versions = hackable |
− | |opengl notes = | + | |opengl notes = See [[#OpenXRay|OpenXRay]]. |
|glide versions = | |glide versions = | ||
|glide notes = | |glide notes = | ||
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|shader model versions = 1.x, 2, 3, 4, 5 | |shader model versions = 1.x, 2, 3, 4, 5 | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{References}} | {{References}} | ||
+ | [[Category:GOG.com Enhancement Project]] |
Revision as of 16:23, 30 December 2020
Developers | |
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GSC Game World | |
Publishers | |
bitComposer Games | |
Deep Silver | |
Engines | |
X-Ray Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 2, 2009 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 80 |
IGDB | 79 |
Taxonomy | |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Action, Shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Eastern Europe, Post-apocalyptic |
Series | S.T.A.L.K.E.R. |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. | |
---|---|
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl | 2007 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky | 2008 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat | 2009 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Lost Alpha (Unofficial) | 2014 |
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl | 2023 |
Warnings
Key points
- Strong modding community.[1]
- Retail CD-keys are now redeemable on GOG.com and Steam using the reclaim page.
- Multiple users report micro freezes happening even on the most modern computers.
- The OpenXRay engine can be used for native Linux support, as well as improving compatibility with modern systems.
- Use the Multi-Patch to replace GameSpy features that have been shut down.
General information
- Official Forum
- The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Wiki
- GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- Can be played on Linux natively thanks to the open-source OpenXRay engine, see OpenXRay.
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SecuROM 7 DRM. Russian copies use StarForce 5 DRM. All security measures are removed by the multi-patch. |
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GamersGate | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Steam | Some CD-keys can be redeemed on GOG.com.[citation needed] |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use replacement files |
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Apply the S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat intro skip. |
Patches
- The Multi-Patch replaces the GameSpy master servers and optionally forces Vsync. The GOG.com and Steam versions are already patched.
OpenXRay
- OpenXRay is an open-source re-implementation of the game's engine. It includes native support for Linux as well as OpenGL, possibly fixing bugs and improving compatibility with modern systems.[2]
- Call of Pripyat support is complete, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky support is in beta.
Modified LuaJIT library
- Users have reported increased performance, especially in script-heavy mods.
Use replacement files[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Utilities
Increase User Memory for use on 32-bit operating systems[3] |
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Modifications
- Mod DB has an large list of mods available for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat.
- Note**: If this is your first playthrough, it's not recommended to use any of these mods. Play the 3 games in order of release (Shadow of Chernobyl, Clear Sky and Call of Pripyat) then come back for the mods.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Chernobyl
- Call of Chernobyl is a free-play sandbox mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. : Call of Pripyat created by TeamEPIC. It features 32 explorable maps, reworked level design and level fixes, new original level, Trucks Cemetery, Full AI and A-Life overhaul, engine and script enhancements, Repeatable task system which bases itself on A-Life events, Customizable weather environments for every map as well as surges and psi-storms from AF3, Character creation which includes name, portrait and faction selection; Several optional modes such as Ironman mode, story mode and zombie survival mode, New achievements, rankings and reputation system, PDA leaderboard and enhanced PDA statistics, Companion system with keyboard issued commands, many optional side-features and community-made addons.
- Use this mod to get appropriate reverb effects when using OpenAL Soft.
Anomaly
- Anomaly is a standalone freeplay S.T.A.L.K.E.R. mod powered by an x64 version of Open X-Ray. Built upon Last Day, the mod continues its way on expanding and adding new features while maintaining a high level of quality and replay value.
Dead Air
- Dead Air is a full-scale freeplay S.T.A.L.K.E.R. modification based on Call of Chernobyl. It changes all aspects of the game, from graphics, audio, and special effects to various gameplay and AI features. The modification evolves from the ideas started in Call of Misery, a previous project from the mod's author. Major inspirations for Dead Air have been projects such as NLC, MISERY, Autumn Aurora, and OGSE. Dead Air prioritizes the development of the game platform's potential, gameplay complexity, and attention to detail, along with addressing both the quality and quantity of all content.
Atmosfear
- AtmosFear 3 is a mod for S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call Of Pripyat that tweaks and expands the vanilla weather system to be more realistic and various.
Misery
- Full concept modification of S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat that touches every game aspect including textures, sfx, music, weapons, AI, items, weather difficulty and much more. Designed to make the game much more difficult.
Call of Pripyat Complete
- ATTENTION: Not recommended for a first playthrough. Complete mod contains major bug fixes, A.I improvements, upgraded shaders, new higher resolution textures, sounds, music, weather and visual effects. It also provides several (optional) game breaking cheats, and has not been updated since March 2011. It is recommended that you seek out a smaller more up to date mods to fix or change whatever you seek.
COP Remake 2.1 / 2.0
- Ultra HD textures. Prettier models for characters, monsters, weapons, hands and items. Enhanced weather, nature, structures, particles, shaders and post process effects. HQ sounds and interface. Version 2.0 can be more stable.
Sigerous Mod
- Extends the vanilla storyline with additional quests, adds extra maps found in the Clear sky game. New items, weapons, outfits and artifacts. The versions here have had additional mods merged with them such as Atmosfear and Absolute Nature as well as any fixes, tweaks and translations required. In SGM you can join factions and take on faction specific tasks.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %PUBLIC%\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\ |
GOG.com | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Stalker-COP\ |
Steam | <path-to-game>\_appdata_\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/41700/pfx/[Note 1] |
- CD key, language and GameSpy ID are stored in
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\GSC Game World\STALKER-COP
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %PUBLIC%\Public Documents\S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Call of Pripyat\savedgames\ |
GOG.com | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Stalker-COP\savedgames\ |
Steam | <path-to-game>\_appdata_\savedgames\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/41700/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | Hor+ | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | 80° (55° Vertical) - See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use GameCompanion or a similar software. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16 samples. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Up to 4x MSAA. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | In-game Vsync option is broken. Use the Multi-Patch to fix it. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | No frame rate or refresh rate cap.[4] | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Field of view (FOV)
Changing FOV[citation needed] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | No acceleration is applied. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support |
Controller types |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | SFX and music. | |
Surround sound | Up to 7.0 output[5] | |
Subtitles | Non-conversation speech is not subtitled. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | EAX 2.0. HRTF can be used without any audio card with some modification. See Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF |
Use OpenAL Soft's HRTF
Replace OpenAL32.dll file |
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[general] hrtf=true
SOUND: OpenAL: Required device: OpenAL Soft. Created device: OpenAL Soft Then the OpenAL Soft device is used and with it, HRTF mode as well. |
Localizations
- Game language for the GOG.com version is set with
Settings.exe
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Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Some unimportant non-conversation speech is Russian. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Features optional Polish voice-over translation. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Fan translation. Details missing—please edit this page and add it. | |||
Ukrainian | Official translation patch from GSC, download. Already included in Steam version. Some characters still speak Russian for the sake of realism. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 32 | |||
Online play | 32 | Use the Multi-Patch to replace the GameSpy master server. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP | To skip GameSpy login use Multiplayer, Via the LAN, Direct IP button. |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 3783, 6500, 6515, 6667, 13139, 27900, 28900, 29900, 29901 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Call of Pripyat. | ||
vorpX | G3D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues fixed
"Unknown profile error (code: 4)"
- GameSpy services have been shut down; use Multi-Patch for an official replacement.
- If you are already using the new master servers ensure you have entered the correct details; previous GameSpy profiles have not been imported.[6]
Game crashes in DX10/11 mode
Uninstall Windows update KB2670838[citation needed] |
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Use OpenXray |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8, 9, 10, 10.1, 11 | Bound to the lighting renderer. |
OpenGL | See OpenXRay. | |
Shader Model support | 1.x, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Open Dynamics Engine | |
Audio | OpenAL | |
Multiplayer | GameSpy | Discontinued; install the Multi-Patch to replace the master servers. |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP SP2 | Vista SP1, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz AMD Athlon XP 2200+ |
Intel Core 2 Duo E8300 AMD Phenom II X2 550 |
System memory (RAM) | 768 MB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 6 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 5900 ATI Radeon 9600 XT 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 ATI Radeon HD 4870 1 GB of VRAM |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/41700/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (41700) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Mods - S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat Game - Mod DB
- ↑ OpenXRay/xray-16: Improved version of the X-Ray Engine, the game engine used in the world-famous S.T.A.L.K.E.R. game series by GSC Game World. - last accessed on 2020-08-06
- ↑ http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/threads/large-address-aware.112556/
- ↑ New 120Hz Games Report
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up
- ↑ S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl