Z.O.N.A Project X News

Hello everyone,

As the "Steam Awards" season approaches, I must admit, I'm not quite sure what to write. I am an indie developer from Ukraine, working without the support of large PR campaigns or huge budgets. Nevertheless, I tirelessly strive to improve the game, listening closely to your advice and opinions. After all, I'm not creating it for myself!

A huge thank you to everyone who supported our project, who actively participated in the development and enhancement of the game, which has earned numerous positive reviews on Steam. This is our collective success, the success of our team - yours and mine. Your support and inspiration have given me the strength to work and overcome all challenges.

Thank you all! We are one big, united team. Your feedback, whether positive or critical, is incredibly important and valuable. It helps us grow and improve.

With respect to all of you,
Igor Migun.

Update mandatory. Fixed issues with saving new magazines found in the raid at the shelter.

🔸 A minor issue with new magazines at one of the raid locations has been fixed.

Rest time's over, it's time to get back to work! Introducing our latest update 1.00.42.

[h2]What's New:[/h2]

☢️ Introducing the AS 'Val' - an exclusive weapon found in raids. Magazines from VSK-94 and AS 'Val' are compatible with these weapons, offering a variety of ammunition types and damage.
☢️ Added to the arsenal is the Rifle 27 'Ghost', known for its powerful single shot. Also available in raids.
☢️ New for AS 'Val' - a specialized ammunition box.
☢️ An ammunition box is also available for the 27 'Ghost'.

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[h2]Changes and Improvements:[/h2]

🔸 Updated reloading mechanism: now bullets from gun magazines can be transferred to an ammunition box. This long-awaited feature is activated by pressing the trigger on the controller holding the box.
🔸 Fixed the issue of accidentally switching weapons with the other hand. Previously, this happened when trying to grip with the second hand unsuccessfully. Now, switching weapons is only possible through a deliberate grip on the lower handle.
🔸 Improved grip zones on the VSK-94, making it easier to reload the weapon with a mounted collimator.
🔸 Fixed some technical issues related to the use of gas masks and thermal imagers when saving the game.

Remember, Stalkers: The Zone is constantly changing, and each venture into it is a new challenge. Stay alert and cautious. Good luck! Many more exciting adventures await you!

Hello, stalkers! We have an important update 1.00.41.

[h2]What's new:[/h2]



☢️ Raid system added. Now you can choose the raid you want in the briefing room. Available after completing the first level. Attention: during the raid, you won't be able to save, and everything you collect will remain there if you die! Therefore, I recommend saving in the briefing room before going on a raid.
☢️ Added a raid location "Abandoned Village".
☢️ Added a raid location "Military Town".
☢️ Added a raid location "Tunnels".
☢️ Added a new anomaly "Slime".
☢️ Added a new anomaly "Star".
☢️ Added a new anomaly "Whirlwind".
☢️ Added a new monster "Hell Hound".
☢️ Added a new faction "Doomsday", currently only encounterable in raids.

[h2]Changes and improvements:[/h2]

🔸 Now, when you use an injection, your hand is not tied to the syringe, and you can continue combat actions. This should eliminate the FPS drops that some players reported.
🔸 Injection slots in the pouch have been improved. Now it's easier to place or take an injection.
🔸 Added exit confirmation in the PDA when pressing the corresponding button.
🔸 Weapons now have a shooting range, depending on their technical characteristics.
🔸 Minor fixes and improvements.

[h2]Plans:[/h2]

⚠️ Adding the "Sortie" mode. In this mode, the location will be chosen randomly and will offer higher difficulty, especially in fights with Zone factions. If in raids you can replenish supplies, in sorties it will be harder to do so. In sortie mode, you will be able to obtain new types of weapons, which are also in development.
⚠️ Trading.
⚠️ Repair and more detailed weapon customization.

Remember, stalkers: The Zone is constantly changing, and each of your ventures into it is a new challenge. Stay alert and cautious. Good luck! Many interesting things are still ahead of you!

p.s. With your permission, I'll take a couple of days off and finally get some sleep. Working 14-15 hours a day on the update is getting a bit tough.