Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (2026)
Every game below overlaps with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky, which made by the same studio, GSC Game World.
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is tagged Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric, Singleplayer, Shooter, Exploration by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 1 are from the same studio: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky.
Why players value S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
The five things Steam players tag S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Open World
- FPS
- Post-apocalyptic
- Survival
- Atmospheric
| Reception | on Steam (80% of 138,669) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, will not launch or install, controller and input |
| Price | $41.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky
Why it matched: made by the same studio, GSC Game World; both post-apocalyptic, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 15 player tags including RPG, Shooter and Exploration.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is the prequel chapter of the Legends of the Zone Trilogy. With the ability to directly influence the balance of power through Faction Wars, step into the boots of Scar — a seasoned mercenary, able to somehow survive deadly Emissions.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky at a glance Released 2008 Studio GSC Game World Player sentiment 56% positive of 3,429 Price $13.39 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.3/10 · Steam: (56% of 3,429)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Action, Adventure, RPG, Shooter, Exploration — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $13.39 — $28.60 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, softlocks and broken quests, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:RPGShooterExplorationFPSImmersive SimFirst-PersonRealisticPost-apocalyptic
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Fallout: New Vegas
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and Story Rich.
Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!
Fallout: New Vegas at a glance Released 2010 Studio Obsidian Entertainment Player sentiment 96% positive of 261,194 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (96% of 261,194)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, RPG, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:RPGPost-apocalypticStory RichExplorationFirst-PersonFPSSci-fiSurvival
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Fallout 4
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and RPG.
From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.
Fallout 4 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 428,604 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (81% of 428,604)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer, Exploration, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $19.99 — $22.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticExplorationRPGShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiFPS
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Metro: Last Light
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, FPS and Story Rich.
It is the year 2034. Beneath the ruins of post-apocalyptic Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro, the remnants of mankind are besieged by deadly threats from outside – and within. Mutants stalk the catacombs beneath the desolate surface, and hunt amidst the poisoned skies above.
Metro: Last Light at a glance Released 2013 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 81,499 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 81,499)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Post-apocalyptic, FPS, Atmospheric, Action, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $19.99 — $22.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticFPSStory RichFirst-PersonShooterSurvivalSci-fi
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Terminator: Resistance
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including FPS, Post-apocalyptic and Choices Matter.
Terminator: Resistance, is a first-person shooter set during the 'Future War' scenario that was only glimpsed at in the iconic films, 'THE TERMINATOR' and 'T2: JUDGMENT DAY'. The machines are destined to lose, but at what cost?
Terminator: Resistance at a glance Released 2019 Studio Teyon Player sentiment 92% positive of 18,564 Price $7.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (92% of 18,564)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Atmospheric
Why players like it: FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Choices Matter, Sci-fi, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $7.99 — $34.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:FPSPost-apocalypticChoices MatterSci-fiFirst-PersonRPGStory RichMultiple Endings
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, RPG and Exploration.
Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.
Fallout 3 at a glance Released 2008 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 22,174 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (81% of 22,174)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, Post-apocalyptic, RPG, Singleplayer, Exploration — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticRPGExplorationFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSShooterStory Rich
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Metro Exodus
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, FPS and Story Rich; released around the same time (2020).
Flee the shattered ruins of the Moscow Metro and embark on an epic, continent-spanning journey across the post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness. Explore vast, non-linear levels, lose yourself in an immersive, sandbox survival experience, and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year in the greatest Metro adventure yet.
Metro Exodus at a glance Released 2020 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 135,440 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (90% of 135,440)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Post-apocalyptic, FPS, Singleplayer, Open World, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $29.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticFPSStory RichFirst-PersonSurvivalShooterExploration
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RAGE
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Post-apocalyptic and Shooter.
Powered by id’s revolutionary id Tech® 5 technology, RAGE is an intense first-person shooter with breakneck vehicle combat, an expansive world to explore, and jaw-dropping graphics!
RAGE at a glance Released 2011 Studio id Software Player sentiment 78% positive of 18,288 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (78% of 18,288)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Action, Open World, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:FPSPost-apocalypticShooterFirst-PersonSci-fiRPGSurvival
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Prey
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Sci-fi, Immersive Sim and FPS.
In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.
Prey at a glance Released 2017 Studio Arkane Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 54,539 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (91% of 54,539)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Sci-fi, Immersive Sim, Space, Singleplayer, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $29.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Sci-fiImmersive SimFPSFirst-PersonStory RichExplorationRPG
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Chernobylite Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Survival and RPG; released around the same time (2021).
Chernobylite is a science-fiction survival horror RPG. Set in the hyper-realistic, 3D-scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone, explore a non-linear storyline in your search to uncover the truth of your tortured past.
Chernobylite Complete Edition at a glance Released 2021 Studio The Farm 51 Player sentiment 82% positive of 15,553 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (82% of 15,553)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Horror, RPG, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $29.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticSurvivalRPGFirst-PersonExplorationSci-fiRealisticNonlinear
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
A tropical paradise seethes with hidden evil in Far Cry®, a cunningly detailed action shooter that pushes the boundaries of combat to shocking new levels. Freelance mariner Jack Carver is cursing the day he ever came to this island.
Far Cry at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 82% positive of 11,764 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (82% of 11,764)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: FPS, Action, Classic, Shooter, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:FPSShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiSurvival
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Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and First-Person.
Prepare for the Future™ With Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition, experience the most acclaimed game of 2008 like never before. Create a character of your choosing and descend into an awe-inspiring, post-apocalyptic world where every minute is a fight for survival.
Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition at a glance Released 2009 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 82% positive of 56,132 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (82% of 56,132)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, RPG, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $19.99 — $22.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:RPGPost-apocalypticFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSExplorationStory RichShooter
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Generation Zero
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Survival, FPS and Post-apocalyptic.
Generation Zero is a stealth-action shooter where you wage guerilla warfare against lethal mechanical enemies. Explore a vast open world map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era, take part in the resistance alone or with up to three friends in seamless co-op.
Generation Zero at a glance Released 2019 Studio Systemic Reaction™ Player sentiment 72% positive of 42,169 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (72% of 42,169)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, Survival, Co-op, FPS, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $24.99 — $17.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:SurvivalFPSPost-apocalypticShooterSci-fiExploration
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Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Sci-fi and Shooter.
Aliens are decimating New York City, only you have the technology to survive. Be The Weapon.
Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition at a glance Released 2011 Studio Crytek Studios Player sentiment 85% positive of 13,866 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (85% of 13,866)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Action, FPS, Sci-fi, Shooter, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $29.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:FPSSci-fiShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSurvivalRPG
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Subnautica: Below Zero
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Exploration and First-Person; released around the same time (2021).
Dive into a freezing underwater adventure on an alien planet. Below Zero is set two years after the original Subnautica. Return to Planet 4546B to uncover the truth behind a deadly cover-up. Survive by building habitats, crafting tools, & diving deeper into the world of Subnautica.
Subnautica: Below Zero at a glance Released 2021 Studio Unknown Worlds Entertainment Player sentiment 90% positive of 108,227 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (90% of 108,227)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World Survival Craft, Survival, Underwater, Singleplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $29.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:SurvivalExplorationFirst-PersonSci-fiStory Rich
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Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror and story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Survival and First-Person; released around the same time (2022).
Humanity is fighting a losing battle against the virus. Experience a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by hordes of zombies, where your parkour and combat skills are key to survival. Traverse the City freely during the day, but watch the monsters take over during the night.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition at a glance Released 2022 Studio Techland Player sentiment 79% positive of 219,044 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (79% of 219,044)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Post-apocalyptic, Survival
Why players like it: Open World, Co-op, Zombies, Parkour, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $59.99 — $18.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticSurvivalFirst-PersonExplorationMultiple EndingsChoices Matter
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Fallout 76
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, RPG and Survival.
Bethesda Game Studios welcome you to Fallout 76. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers emerge into post-nuclear America. Explore a vast wasteland in this open-world multiplayer addition to the Fallout story.
Fallout 76 at a glance Released 2018 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 72% positive of 140,429 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (72% of 140,429)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, Multiplayer, Post-apocalyptic, Dark Comedy, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $39.99 — $2.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game, crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Post-apocalypticRPGSurvivalShooterExplorationFPS
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DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Exploration and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2022).
From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT at a glance Released 2022 Studio KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Player sentiment 92% positive of 67,641 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (92% of 67,641)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Post-apocalyptic, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Story Rich, Open World, Walking Simulator, Atmospheric, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $39.99 — $2.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:Story RichExplorationPost-apocalypticCinematicSci-fi
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GhostWire: Tokyo
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including First-Person, Story Rich and Lore-Rich; released around the same time (2022).
Tokyo's population has vanished, and deadly supernatural forces prowl the streets. Use an arsenal of elemental abilities to unravel the truth behind the disappearance and save Tokyo.
GhostWire: Tokyo at a glance Released 2022 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 83% positive of 21,047 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (83% of 21,047)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Singleplayer, Supernatural, Open World, First-Person, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $59.99 — $18.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:First-PersonStory RichLore-RichExplorationFPSRealistic
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No More Room in Hell
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Survival, FPS and First-Person.
The chances of you surviving this all out war of society and the undead are slim to none. Already, there are millions of the walking dead shambling about, searching for food to eat. There's no known cure. One bite can possibly end it all for you. However, you aren't alone in this nightmare.
No More Room in Hell at a glance Released 2013 Studio No More Room in Hell Team Player sentiment 90% positive of 76,511 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (90% of 76,511)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 5 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Multiplayer, Survival, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:SurvivalFPSFirst-PersonShooterPost-apocalypticRealistic
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Far Cry 2
Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
You are a gun for hire, trapped in a war-torn African state, stricken with malaria and forced to make deals with corrupt warlords on both sides of the conflict in order to make this country your home. You must identify and exploit your enemies' weaknesses, neutralizing their superior numbers and firepower with surprise, subversion,...
Far Cry 2 at a glance Released 2008 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 76% positive of 18,720 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (76% of 18,720)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Open World, FPS, Action, Shooter, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:FPSShooterFirst-PersonRealisticSurvivalExplorationStory RichImmersive Sim
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Cyberpunk 2077
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Sci-fi and FPS; released around the same time (2020).
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification.
Cyberpunk 2077 at a glance Released 2020 Studio CD Projekt RED Player sentiment 87% positive of 976,377 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (87% of 976,377)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Cyberpunk, Open World, Nudity, RPG, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $59.99 — $18.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:RPGSci-fiFPSStory RichFirst-PersonExplorationImmersive Sim
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The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror and story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Shooter, Survival and RPG; released around the same time (2020).
Saints & Sinners is a game unlike any other in The Walking Dead universe. Every challenge you face and decision you make is driven by YOU. Fight the undead, scavenge through the flooded ruins of New Orleans, and face gut-wrenching choices for you and the other survivors. Live The Walking Dead.
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners at a glance Released 2020 Studio Skydance Interactive Player sentiment 86% positive of 10,074 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (86% of 10,074)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 3 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Survival
Why players like it: VR, Zombies, Action, Gore, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $9.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:ShooterSurvivalRPGChoices MatterFirst-PersonFPS
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Dying Light
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror and story-rich; shares 5 player tags including First-Person, Survival and FPS.
First-person action survival game set in a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by flesh-hungry zombies. Roam a city devastated by a mysterious virus epidemic. Scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and face hordes of the infected.
Dying Light at a glance Released 2015 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 95% positive of 494,569 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (95% of 494,569)
Matches S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on: 4 of 5 — Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival
Why players like it: Zombies, Survival Horror, Horror, Online Co-Op, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl: $24.99 — $17.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:First-PersonSurvivalFPSPost-apocalypticStory Rich
Common questions
What game is most like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl?
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, GSC Game World. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl do?
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is also from GSC Game World, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.