Shacknews Best Graphics of 2024 – STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl

With the release of Unreal Engine 5, players will be treated to a level of graphical fidelity never thought possible in a video game. Although there were other nominees, In this category that uses the power of the engine. But there was one who stood out above the rest. In the matter of attention to detail Use of light and texture and the atmosphere it captures. Shacknews honors STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl with the 2024 Best Graphics Award.

The beauty of STALKER 2 is evident within the first few minutes of gameplay. The darkness of the opening creates a conflict with GSC Game World’s use of light. Whether it’s the moon overhead or the various organic light sources, technologies, and anomalies around the world, these beacons pierce the shadows. Makes the player feel safe from the dark. while spreading light across the ground and walls. It reveals just enough to capture a sense of the world.

But soon the darkness was replaced by bright sunlight. As the entire zone is bathed in light, at this point players can look out over the landscape and immerse themselves in the environment that GSC Game World has created. There has been great attention to detail in what players will see up close, such as surface of various materials This includes distant surfaces such as storms rolling down and crashing into the earth.

All of these elements come together to create a world that feels foreign and hostile. But it’s also like home and a place worth exploring at the same time. It is easy to get lost in this world. both literally and metaphorically as you travel through the environment. Talk with people in the world And otherwise just try to survive as best you can.

Despite this year’s long list of nominees, GSC Game World was able to win Shacknews Best Graphics of 2024 for its work on STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl.

Be sure to read about the rest of the Shacknews Awards in our Year of Games: 2024 feature.