Iconic Open-World Trilogy Lands on Nintendo Switch

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Iconic Open-World Trilogy Lands on Nintendo Switch

Key Takeaways

  • STALKER: Legends of the Zone Trilogy reached the Nintendo Switch on October 31.
  • The Switch versions of the iconic RPG-FPS hybrids are available for $19.99 each, and can also be purchased together for $39.99 combined.
  • STALKER: Legends of the Zone reached the Switch mere weeks ahead of the much-anticipated launch of STALKER 2.

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for immersive RPG-FPS hybrids and a soft spot for cult classics, I couldn’t be more thrilled about the arrival of STALKER: Legends of the Zone Trilogy on the Nintendo Switch! Having traversed the haunting landscapes of Chernobyl on various platforms over the years, it’s a joy to see these iconic games finally make their way to my beloved Switch.

The “STALKER: Legends of the Zone Trilogy” has just been launched on the popular gaming platform, the Nintendo Switch. This launch is expected to enhance the array of engrossing Role-Playing Game (RPG)-First-Person Shooter (FPS) combinations that the console already offers.

The STALKER series, created by Ukrainian studio GSC Game World, consists of three games initially released for PC between 2006 and 2009. These games gained a devoted fanbase because of their captivating worlds and engaging gameplay mechanics, which blended first-person shooter action with exploration, horror aspects, and an RPG-style progression system focused on gear collection. In March 2024, a re-edition of the STALKER trilogy called “Legends of the Zone” was quietly released for the latest Xbox and PlayStation console generations. Later, GSC confirmed that this compilation would also be available on Nintendo Switch.

On Halloween, October 31st, the company kept their word and released the Switch version of STALKER: Legends of the Zone on the eShop. Just like the Xbox and PlayStation versions, these ports can be obtained in two different ways. Firstly, you can buy them individually for $19.99 each. Secondly, if you’d rather get all three games together, you can purchase the set at a discounted price of $39.99, which equals to approximately 33% savings. Since March 2024, the PlayStation and Xbox versions of STALKER: Legends of the Zone have been reduced in price three times, reaching as low as $27.99. Given this pattern, it’s likely that the trilogy will also be subject to regular discounts on the eShop.

STALKER Trilogy Is Best Tackled in Order of Release

Players keen on exploring the STALKER trilogy would benefit from playing the games sequentially according to their release date. While each game can be enjoyed independently, there’s a richer narrative depth and context that may be overlooked when played out of sequence. Additionally, it’s worth noting that Clear Sky enhanced the mechanics of Shadow of Chernobyl, while Call of Pripyat refined those of Clear Sky. Experiencing these games in any order other than sequentially could make the earlier titles seem less polished in comparison.

STALKER 2 Is Just Around the Corner

The Nintendo Switch edition of “STALKER: Legends of the Zone” is almost here, just weeks before the eagerly awaited fourth installment in the series, “STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl,” which is set for release on November 20th. After experiencing four postponements, the highly anticipated game is finally slated for launch on Xbox Series X/S and PC. Notably, it has been confirmed as a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass. The development of the console versions for the original trilogy had no impact on “STALKER 2,” as they were handled by the Polish porting experts at Mataboo instead of GSC.

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2024-11-01 12:45