What to Sell in Stalker 2

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As a seasoned Stalker, I’ve learned the hard way that every Ruble counts when venturing into the treacherous expanse of the Zone. The economic system in Stalker 2 is no walk in the park, but with a bit of savvy trading and smart decisions, you can amass a fortune.

In the world of Stalker 2, even its inhabitants grapple with the matter of money. Managing economics within the Zone can prove challenging for players, as prices are often exorbitant and not everything holds significant value. This combination may hinder progression, particularly during the early stages when funds are scarce and difficult to acquire.

After completing a few initial tasks in the game Stalker 2, you’ll have the liberty to explore and create your own wealth by taking on jobs or trading goods with merchants. Trading can be quite profitable, although it largely depends on what you decide to swap for cash. Here are some points to keep in mind when selling items:

Best Items To Sell In Stalker 2

In the Zone’s exploration, most discovered items tend to be beneficial in one way or another. However, sometimes money holds more value than an additional weapon or armor set, particularly given that equipment upgrades and repairs in Stalker 2 can be quite expensive. Therefore, it’s essential to prioritize selling items based on their worth (from highest to lowest):

  1. Artifacts
  2. PDAs
  3. Armor
  4. Weapons
  5. Excess food and water
  6. Ammunition

Artifacts

Artifacts can fetch high monetary value, and in numerous instances, selling them might prove more beneficial than employing them. Notably, all artifacts emit radiation when utilized, thus if your suit lacks robust radio resistance, you may not be able to enjoy an artifact’s benefits for extended periods (or at all). However, it is advisable to retain some artifacts for specific scenarios — especially when venturing into regions abundant with thermal or electric abnormalities, as carrying artifacts that aid in resisting such damage types becomes essential then.

PDAs

By grabbing the deceased Stalker’s Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), you’ll gain access to their private notes and crucial stash spots. Most importantly, this data will be automatically saved onto your own PDA. This allows you to sell other PDAs without worry, earning a bit of extra money in the process.

Avoid purchasing or trading handheld devices or other items that bear a red checkmark. These items are crucial for your game’s progression, and selling them could potentially halt your advancement in the game.

Weapons and Armor

In many cases, armor suits come at a steep cost, and given that you can wear just one, it’s wise to sell any excess suits once you acquire a new one with superior base statistics. Finding the Debut Suit early in Stalker 2 allows you to offload the starting Leather Jacket and any subsequent Debut Suits you encounter, thus generating some effortless income.

Selling guns isn’t a completely bad idea. Merchants don’t accept weapons that are in terrible condition, but if you happen upon some that are Worn Out (indicated by a yellow durability icon) or even in peak condition, you may want to sell them for Coupons instead. Don’t bother repairing them, as this often results in a net loss for you.

If you’re struggling with
inventory weight management
when trying to haul back used equipment, consider dropping worn out guns in favor of armor suits. The latter usually have better weight-sell price ratios.

Excess Food and Water

It’s quite surprising how accessible food and water are. If you’ve been stockpiling every loaf of bread or can of meat during your journeys, you might end up with an excess amount that’s more than you can comfortably carry. Although it’s wise to maintain a supply of food in your inventory and storage, having too much will only make managing your items more cumbersome than necessary. These items may not be highly valued by traders, but every penny counts.

Ammunition

During your journeys, you’ll stumble upon a lot of ammo, similar to how you find food and water. However, keep in mind that much of it won’t be compatible with the firearms you currently possess. Depending on your gun choices, you might not even use most of it if you’re not fond of the weapons that require those specific types of ammo, such as sniper rifles, shotgun slug rounds, or NATO munitions. If you don’t plan on using these types of guns, consider selling your surplus bullets for a more practical use instead.

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2024-11-22 11:54