Imagine being able to soar across the vast landscape of STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl without a care in the world and bypassing the constraints of heavy gear. That’s precisely what a lucky player discovered through a glitch that allows Skif to virtually fly over the entire map. Sure, STALKER 2 includes fast travel for those eager to explore its sprawling 64-square-kilometer terrain swiftly. Yet this peculiar bug provided an unexpected shortcut for a player who needed to get to a settlement despite being overburdened with gear.
Emerging after more than a decade of anticipation, STALKER 2 finally joined the lineup of GSC Game World’s iconic STALKER series. It’s a worthy successor to the fan-favorite Call of Pripyat from 2009. There’s a multiplayer mode on the horizon, anticipated to come as a free post-launch update. Despite some suspected sabotage through negative reviews facilitated by certain individuals, the game has left quite an impression, selling over 1.4 million copies since its November release and receiving accolades from critics.
In a Reddit post by jbarn23, a brief clip captured everyone’s attention on the STALKER subreddit. It showcased an extraordinary encounter with an anomaly. Armed with the Veles Detector, Skif enters the anomaly just as a bolt interacts, propelling him skyward. Remarkably, he lands in the nearest settlement without a scratch, illustrating the utility of the glitch. Although STALKER 2 has mechanisms to reduce damage from enemy attacks, the absence of injury from such a colossal fall astounded players.
Glitches like these often draw comparisons to the whimsical bugs found in The Elder Scrolls franchise, which is notorious for unexpected follies that provide a communal chuckle. This particular anomaly brought back fond memories of Morrowind for some Reddit users. They whimsically dubbed it the “Anomaly of Icarian Flight.” Although curiosity sparks about its potential in speedruns, most agree true speedrunners typically complete the game without relying on these amusing shortcuts.
Meanwhile, another player uncovered a delightful Easter egg referencing Harry Potter, demonstrating the wealth of hidden gems scattered throughout the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. While this flying glitch is expected to be patched soon, it has provided the community with a whimsical diversion from the everyday challenges of the game.
In a world where Chornobyl has transformed after a catastrophic explosion in 2006, filled with fierce mutants and rival factions, people known as S.T.A.L.K.E.R.s roam the Zone seeking fortunes or truths hidden within the radioactive chaos. With stunning, photorealistic environments stretching over 64 square kilometers, players are pulled into a gripping narrative filled with choices defining their journey. They face diverse enemies and countless weapon variations, navigating alliances and rivalries, all while uncovering the secrets buried in the heart of Chornobyl. Platforms include Xbox Series X, Series S, and Microsoft Windows, bringing this epic adventure to life with the power of Unreal Engine 5.
