Stalker 2 Modding Tools Need a Massive 700GB of Space
▼ Summary
– Stalker 2 received a major update and released its modding kit on PC, requiring 700 GB of hard drive space.
– The modding tools, available for free on the Epic Game Store, actually take up around 659 GB after installation.
– The modding kit allows players to customize animations, weapons, mechanics, and other in-game elements.
– Stalker 2 launched in a rough state due to development challenges during the Russia-Ukraine war but has since been improved with updates.
– The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with the latest 1.5 update enhancing its open-world experience.
The latest update for Stalker 2 brings more than just gameplay improvements, it introduces massive modding tools that demand an unprecedented 700GB of storage space. PC players eager to customize their experience will need to clear out a significant chunk of their hard drives before diving into the creative possibilities offered by the newly released modding kit.
Available for free on the Epic Games Store, the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Zone Kit empowers players to reshape the game’s post-apocalyptic world. Whether tweaking weapons, crafting new mechanics, or designing entirely fresh content, modders now have the tools to leave their mark. While the official listing states a 700GB requirement, early downloads suggest the actual footprint hovers around 659GB, still enormous, but slightly more manageable for those with limited storage.
GSC Game World, the studio behind the franchise, describes the kit as a way to “customize your journey and reshape the Zone.” Given the sheer size, it’s clear the package includes extensive assets, from animations to environmental elements, giving creators deep control over their modding projects. The potential for transformative player-made content is immense, though installing it may mean sacrificing space for other games.
Stalker 2 launched last year after years of anticipation, marred by development challenges, including the impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Despite a rocky start plagued by bugs and performance issues, the team has steadily refined the experience through updates. The recent 1.5 patch further polishes the game, enhancing stability and gameplay mechanics.
Currently available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, Stalker 2 offers a brutal, immersive survival experience, though animal lovers might want to steer clear, given its unforgiving world. With modding now in players’ hands, the game’s future looks even more dynamic, provided they can spare the storage.
(Source: KOTAKU)
