A new mod for STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl introduces a highly requested feature missing from the base game: a full-fledged crafting system. Developed by modder ZunaSW, the mod—titled “Craftable Zone”—adds more depth to the survival mechanics by allowing players to create their own gear, medicine, ammo, and tools, rather than relying entirely on traders.
🔧 A Staple Survival Feature Finally Arrives
Despite being a survival-centric open-world shooter, STALKER 2 launched without a crafting system. “Craftable Zone” changes that by letting players:
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Cook consumables
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Disassemble items
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Craft devices, ammunition, and medical supplies
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Use various crafting workstations
This mod adds meaningful reasons to explore The Zone in greater depth, encouraging players to gather materials and become more self-sufficient—key pillars of survival game design.
📈 A Major Milestone for the Modding Community
STALKER 2 was released in 2024 for PC and Xbox, and quickly became a commercial success—selling over one million copies within 48 hours. Since launch, developer GSC Game World committed to supporting mods on both PC and console, a promise that has already resulted in a rapidly growing modding scene.
“Craftable Zone” is one of the most impactful additions to date, and it’s clear that players have been eager for systems like these to enhance replayability and immersion.
⚠️ What You Need to Know Before Installing
The mod is available now on Nexus Mods, but users should note that it requires the “Lootable Zone” mod—another project by ZunaSW—to function correctly.
As of now, “Craftable Zone” is still a work in progress, and some systems may not operate perfectly. Still, early user feedback has been positive, especially among those who want more agency in how they survive the game’s harsh environments.
If you’re looking to enrich your STALKER 2 experience with deeper survival mechanics, Craftable Zone is an essential mod worth checking out. Just be sure to keep your save files backed up, and prepare to dive deeper into The Zone than ever before.