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About this mod
This configuration is based on real-world testing and aims to significantly boost FPS and responsiveness in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, with minimal impact on visual quality.
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It works by replacing the GameUserSettings.ini in %localappdata%, ensuring that the game always applies the optimized settings reliably.
Optimization Goals
The mod focuses on:
Available Versions:
- Extra Balanced – New, even more balanced version with detailed instructions included.
- Balanced – For users with mid-range systems.
- Low – For those seeking more FPS and stability with minimal visual loss.
- UltraLow – Maximum FPS boost for very low-end PCs. May reduce visuals; use at your own risk.
📁 File Location
Replace the GameUserSettings.ini file in the appropriate folder:
Platform File Path
Steam/GOG %localappdata%\Stalker2\Saved\Config\Windows
Xbox/Game Pass %localappdata%\Stalker2\Saved\Config\WinGDK
After replacing:
⚠️ Full instructions and FAQ can be found in the DOCS tab on the mod page. Make sure to read it before installing!
⚠️ Important
Installation Instructions
✅ Conclusion
How to support what I do
If you like my content. Then please support me here:
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Optimization Goals
The mod focuses on:
- Maximizing CPU, GPU, RAM, and SSD performance.
- Reducing stuttering and micro-freezes.
- Enhancing game stability and smoothness.
- Lowering input latency for responsive controls.
- Improving image clarity by disabling unnecessary effects (film grain, chromatic aberration).
- Optimizing upscaling technologies (DLSS, FSR, XeSS).
- Boosting performance without bugs, crashes, or significant graphical quality loss.
Available Versions:
- Extra Balanced – New, even more balanced version with detailed instructions included.
- Balanced – For users with mid-range systems.
- Low – For those seeking more FPS and stability with minimal visual loss.
- UltraLow – Maximum FPS boost for very low-end PCs. May reduce visuals; use at your own risk.
📁 File Location
Replace the GameUserSettings.ini file in the appropriate folder:
Platform File Path
Steam/GOG %localappdata%\Stalker2\Saved\Config\Windows
Xbox/Game Pass %localappdata%\Stalker2\Saved\Config\WinGDK
After replacing:
- Right-click the file → Properties.
- Check "Read-only" → Apply → OK.
⚠️ Full instructions and FAQ can be found in the DOCS tab on the mod page. Make sure to read it before installing!
⚠️ Important
- Do not use this mod with other optimization mods, as it may cause crashes or conflicts.
- Only one optimization file should be active at a time.
- The mod uses Unreal Engine 5’s standard mechanism to override settings.
Installation Instructions
- Download the archive and choose a version Extra Balanced (Balanced, Low or UltraLow).
- Back up the original GameUserSettings.ini file from the appropriate folder (see above).
- Replace it with the provided file.
- Set the "Read-only" attribute via file properties.
- Launch the game and test performance.
✅ Conclusion
- The optimization works on most systems.
- Test versions Extra Balanced (Balanced,Low and UltraLow) to find the best fit for your PC.
- Feel free to share your experience and results!
How to support what I do
If you like my content. Then please support me here:
Ko-fi