As players navigate the treacherous landscape of The Zone in Stalker 2, maintaining weapon integrity becomes a crucial task. With each encounter, the durability of firearms diminishes, often leaving players with less-than-optimal equipment. A weapon’s low durability not only reduces its damage output but also increases the risk of malfunction, making timely repairs essential for survival.
How to repair weapons in Stalker 2
To restore your weapons to their former glory, you must seek out a tech NPC, typically found in larger settlements. These skilled individuals specialize in upgrading and repairing gear, ensuring that your arsenal remains battle-ready. The first tech you are likely to meet is Lens, located in Zalissya. You can easily identify tech NPCs on your map by their distinctive spanner icon.
Upon approaching Lens, initiate a conversation and access the upgrade menu. Here, you will find the option to repair your weapon, conveniently displayed in the bottom right corner of the screen alongside the cost in coupons. If your resources allow, simply press R to commence the repair process. The condition of your weapon is indicated by a shield icon next to its name in the upgrade menu: a yellow shield signifies wear, while a red shield indicates that the weapon is broken.
Understanding the implications of weapon durability is vital. Firearms with diminished durability exhibit reduced effectiveness, and trading becomes impossible if their condition falls below 40%. Moreover, low durability significantly heightens the chances of a gun jamming, necessitating a cartridge removal that can be particularly troublesome in high-pressure situations. Given that repair costs can escalate in the later stages of the game, it is prudent to address repairs frequently, rather than allowing weapons to deteriorate to the point of failure.
