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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl review – roadside thumbstick

Stalker 2 is a faithful sequel, from the gameplay to the bugs.

Kirk McKeand
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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl
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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl review – roadside thumbstick

Stalker 2 is a faithful sequel, from the gameplay to the bugs.

Kirk McKeand
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