Stalker 2 Science Side Quest Unraveled

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's "In the Name of Science" Side Quest: A Complete Guide

Following the Visions of Truth main mission and a call from Dr. Shcherba, players embark on the side quest, "In the Name of Science," in Stalker 2. This quest involves locating electronic collars from various mutants, leading to multiple choices impacting the outcome.

Collecting the Electronic Collars

The initial objective is to find five electronic collars from specific locations:

Note: If collars are missing, they may have been collected earlier. The console command "XEndQuestNodeBySID E08_SQ01_S2_SetJournal_WaitForSherbaCall_Finish_Pin_0" can resolve issues.

The Jamming Device: Disable or Recalibrate?

After delivering the collars to Shcherba, a jamming signal is discovered. Players must locate the source (Storage on the Hill) and choose to either disable or recalibrate the jamming device.

• Disable/Destroy the Jammer (Recommended): This advances the quest, providing coupons and leading to a confrontation with bloodsuckers and a further choice.
• Recalibrate the Jammer: Rewards coupons and concludes the quest.

The Final Choice: Kill or Spare Shcherba?

Disabling the jammer leads to a call from Shcherba, followed by a visit to his lab. Players receive Magic Vodka from Dr. Dvupalov, then encounter a trap, PSI-radiation, and three bloodsuckers. The Magic Vodka negates the radiation effects.

The final confrontation with Shcherba presents a choice: kill him or let him go. Both options yield the same rewards (Gauss Gun and the "On a Leash" trophy), but sparing Shcherba maintains positive relations with the scientists.

This comprehensive guide ensures a smooth completion of "In the Name of Science," maximizing rewards and navigating crucial decision points.