Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl presents players with a wide array of artifacts to collect, each offering unique advantages. Among these artifacts, the Arch artifacts stand out as particularly special, tied to six distinct anomalous zones. These exceptional items can only be acquired once, providing substantial bonuses to player statistics without any radiation side effects. However, to maintain balance, each artifact comes with a corresponding debuff that players must navigate.
Locations of All Arch Artifacts in Stalker 2
Players can locate a total of six legendary Arch artifacts scattered throughout the various anomalous zones in Stalker 2. To secure each artifact, players must engage with unique challenges, including solving environmental puzzles or navigating traversal obstacles, before making their way out of the zone successfully.
| Arch Artifact | Anomalous Zone | Location | Benefit | Debuff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weird Ball | Gravitational Bulba Anomaly | East of Zalissya base in the Lesser Zone region. | Reduces damage from bullets, especially while stationary. | The artifact’s weight increases with each bullet absorbed. |
| Weird Flower | Poppy Fields Anomaly | Northwest of Zalissya base in the Lesser Zone region. | Enhances stealth by decreasing detection rates. | Requires players to rest in a bed for recharging. |
| Weird Water | Wandering Lights Anomaly | Far east of the Shelter base in the Zaton region. | Boosts total weight capacity by approximately 40 kg and increases radiation resistance. | Imparts symptoms akin to intoxication, causing screen sway and heightened saturation. |
| Weird Bolt | Tornado Anomaly | West of the Yaniv region base. | Greatly reduces damage sustained from anomalies. | Must be charged by remaining outside during an emission. |
| Weird Pot | Mist Anomaly | East of Duga military base in the Burnt Forest region. | Satisfies hunger and thirst. | Inflicts gradual damage via PSI hallucinations. |
| Weird Nut | Fire Whirl Anomaly | Northeast of the Cement Factory base in the Cooling Towers region. | Alleviates bleeding effects. | Slows health recovery from healing items. |
Collecting all six Arch artifacts in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl rewards players with the Curiouser and Curiouser! achievement, valued at 20 points. This unique quest enriches the gaming experience, encouraging exploration and strategic gameplay.