See the New Features Introduced to Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone in New Update

jasonnieva August 06, 2025

The latest update for Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone is finally here. The Megapatch 03 is the result of extensive and deep consultations conducted with fans on the direction the game is taking. This new update brings with it a lot of changes to the game in terms of technical aspects along with game performance and general stability.

Just how big is this new patch? In a statement, developer The Farm 51 shared that because of the "sheer number of changes," players are strongly encouraged to start the game over. They went on to say that while the old saves should still work, it's possible that the gameplay may not fit the newly designed balance. What this means is that while the characters are going to be very powerful, the base may be in terrible shape.

Here are some of the new features introduced in this new update:

  • Various types of weapon silencers are introduced with each one having different sound-dampening properties.
  • Weapons stats have been completely reworked.
  • Special items added to the game to allow players to access areas that were previously locked behind character stats.
  • Grenades and shields eliminated
  • New resistance and vulnerability system added.
  • Tablet replaced with a PDA modeled after the one from the first Chernobylite game.
  • Significantly overhauled the enemy AI.


Character Classes

There are also improvements made and one of the biggest would be the character classes being removed from the game. The game now starts similar to classic RPGs. Players can allocate 10 points for each attribute which can then be developed over time.

Because of this, weapon and equipment stats are no longer limited by attributes though these become more important later in the game and during advanced weapon upgrades. The whole character progression is also being simplified by reducing the number of parameters and stats. It results in leaving only those that are clear and whose changes have a real impact on gameplay.

Read more about the new update here.

Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone is a post-apocalyptic action RPG that offers free exploration of a huge and extremely realistic open world. The game also offers challenging combat along with unique crafting and even team and base management with non-linear storytelling. In this upcoming title, the main character tries to escape the sinister Exclusion Zone and return home. They’ll need to break the barriers of time and space as they fight the emanations of the insidious Chernobylite.

Overall, Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone provides a rich tapestry of RPG elements, action-filled gameplay, robust storyline and an immersive open-world setting that promises a thrilling gaming experience. Get the game on Steam now.