Rand(Nerds) Episode 269 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl

Welcome to Episode 269We begin with Skazz providing updates from our previous episode discussions, including how to acquire Kane & Lynch, which leads into a conversation about Games for Windows Live and the equally problematic Windows Store.Moving on to games, Ram has treated himself to S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and is returning to the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. He provides a brief history of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series, including how ambitious it was and discusses many of the features that had to be cut during development. He then talks about the new game, highlighting the enjoyable combat and atmosphere that is somewhat undermined by the voice acting.NotesA launcher so bad it it blames itself for unrelated problems: Game for Windows LiveApple brief development of a car with Project TitanInspiration for S.T.A.L.K.E.R the classic Sci-fi novel Roadside PicnicAnd a film also inspired by the book: StalkerStep back into the zone with S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of ChernobylWe look forward to seeing you all on the next podcast on 19th June 2025, at 18:30 GMT+1