Armor Upgrades — S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Guide

Gear up for the Zone! This S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl guide details all armor types, from basic Bandit Jackets to advanced Exoskeletons. Protect yourself!

Alright, Stalker, let's talk about keeping your hide in one piece. The Zone is no place to be underdressed, and in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, your armor is your best friend. Think of it as your second skin, but way more durable. We've broken down the different types of protection you'll find out there. It's not just about looking tough; it's about surviving the mutants, the anomalies, and, of course, other Stalkers. ### Body Armor This is your bread and butter. Most of these will cover your torso and arms, offering a decent balance of protection and mobility. You'll find everything from simple jackets to more specialized suits: * Armored Bandit Jacket * Bandit Jacket * Debut Suit * Leather Jacket * Marauder Suit * Mercenary Suit * Mercenary's Light Suit * OZK Explorer's Suit * PSZ-5D Universal Protection * PSZ-5I Hawk * PSZ-5V Guardian of Freedom Suit * PSZ-7 Military Body Armor * PSZ-20W Convoy * Recruit Suit * Sunrise suit * Tourist Suit * Wind of Freedom Suit * X7 Suit * Zircon Suit ### Helmets Don't forget your head! A good helmet can save you from a stray bullet or a nasty fall. Some even offer protection against gas or radiation: * Aeroprotection Gas Mask * Aurora Gas Mask * Ballistic Helmet * Mask-1 Helmet * Optician Gas Mask * PA-10 Gas Mask * PA-7 Gas Mask * PG-4 Facehugger Gas Mask * Sphere M20 Helmet * Tactical Helmet ### Full Body Armor When things get really serious, you'll want to consider the heavy hitters. These offer the most comprehensive protection, but be warned – they can slow you down. * Berill-5M Armored Suit * Corundum Suit * PSZ-12V Bulat We'll be adding more details on specific stats and where to find these as we get closer to launch. For now, just know that upgrading your armor should be a top priority. Stay safe out there!