Stalker 2: Side Quest Unveiled: "In The Name Of Science"

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 "In the Name of Science" side quest in Stalker 2. This quest involves locating electronic collars from various mutants, leading to multiple choices impacting the outcome.

Locating the Electronic Collars

The initial objective requires finding five electronic collars from specific locations:

If collars are missing, check if they were previously collected. A console command, "XEndQuestNodeBySID E08_SQ01_S2_SetJournal_WaitForSherbaCall_Finish_Pin_0," can resolve potential bugs. After collecting all collars, return to Shcherba at the Roofed Warehouse in the Chemical Plant.

The Jamming Device: Disable or Recalibrate?

Upon delivering the collars, Shcherba reveals a jamming signal. Players must locate and interact with the jamming device in the Storage on the Hill.

Two options exist:

• Destroy/Disable the Jammer (Recommended): This advances the quest, rewards coupons, and leads to a bloodsucker encounter and a further choice.
• Recalibrate the Jammer: Rewards coupons from Dvupalov, concluding the quest.

The Final Confrontation: Kill or Spare Shcherba?

Disabling the jammer triggers a call from Shcherba, followed by a request to return to his lab. Players receive Magic Vodka from Dr. Dvupalov. A confrontation ensues involving bloodsuckers and an armed Shcherba. The choice to kill or spare Shcherba yields the same rewards, but sparing him maintains positive relations with scientists. This leads to receiving a Gauss Gun and unlocking the "On a Leash" trophy.