Stalker 2 initially launched without night vision equipment, but recent updates have introduced multiple acquisition methods. Below are verified locations for obtaining these crucial tools to navigate darker environments safely.

Locating Night Vision Equipment in Stalker 2

Four tiers of optical gear exist within the game world. While some require significant currency investment, others become available through exploration or completing specific tasks.

The Gen 1 model appears at Sidorovich’s trading post in Cordon’s southern region. Veterans will recognize this bunker entrance from earlier series installments, situated near the eastern perimeter of the settlement. Current pricing hovers around 24,250 in-game currency units.

Completing combat challenges for a returning NPC near Zaton’s meteorological outpost yields this basic tier as a reward. Mutant eradication contracts prove particularly effective for securing early-game night vision capabilities.

Explorers can locate another Gen 1 pair within Wild Island’s northern sector. The abandoned industrial complex houses a locked compartment accessible via numeric code 2711, offering cost-free access to basic night optics.

Upgraded Gen 2 variants become purchasable at Malachite’s merchant hub for approximately 56,250 units. High-tier Gen 3A models appear in Prypiat’s trading posts at double that cost. The rarest Gen 3B variant sits concealed along Yantar’s western shoreline, protected by a secure container requiring code 5578.

Community efforts continue uncovering additional stashes and acquisition methods. As discoveries emerge, this guide will expand to include new findings about optical gear distribution across the Zone.

For expanded tactical information, consult our dedicated Stalker 2 resources.