Unpack the 0.17 contents into your main Stalker Anomaly directory.
Always copy your appdata/savedgames folder before patching.
While 0.17 attempts to be save-compatible, starting a New Game is highly recommended to see the new faction spawn logic in action. Back to Freedom 0.17 Update Only.zip
Traders now value rare artifacts higher, but the cost of high-tier ammunition has skyrocketed.
Delete your shader_cache in the appdata folder to ensure the new lighting tweaks take effect. ⚠️ Important Considerations Unpack the 0
Since this is an file, you must have the base version of the mod already installed. Following the wrong steps can lead to corrupted save files or "broken" item icons.
This update addresses several "crash-to-desktop" (CTD) triggers found in version 0.16 during heavy combat sequences. Traders now value rare artifacts higher, but the
If you use "Boomsticks and Sharpsticks" (BaS) or other weapon packs, ensure you check for updated patches, as 0.17 changes several item script values.