Surviving in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 comes down to managing your weapons well. Broken Weapons are firearms or other gear that are all busted from wear and tear.
Every weapon has a durability bar that goes down as you use it, especially in combat. This article covers how to make the most of Broken Weapons in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2.
What To Do With Your Broken Weapons
Weapons in the game wear down over time and fall into three categories: green for good condition, yellow for damaged but usable, and red for broken.
click to enlargeA weapon with a red shield is practically useless until it's repaired, and traders won't take it either.
You can still get some use out of a broken weapon; just start by unloading any leftover ammo.
Ammo is a valuable resource in the Zone, so take it before ditching a broken weapon.
Once the ammo is salvaged, there is no reason to keep it. This helps you save Coupons by reducing the need for extra bullets.
If a broken weapon is rare or one you plan to use, repairing it is worth considering.
Repair services are available from technicians in non-hostile areas, such as Lens in Zalissya.
However, the cost of repairs increases with the weapon's wear, so it’s more economical to repair it before it breaks entirely.
This means it’s best to fix damage when the weapon hits the yellow stage to avoid the higher costs of fully broken gear.
If you’re no longer planning to use a weapon, leave it behind after collecting the ammunition.
Another way to go is by keeping valuable broken weapons in your stash.
When a weapon has sentimental value or is useful in fights, keeping it safe until you can fix it helps prevent permanent loss.
But don’t overdo this, so you have space for your other gear.
On the other hand, attempting to repair broken weapons purely for resale is not a good idea.
The repair costs often outweigh the amount traders are willing to pay for the weapon, making it a poor use of Coupons.
If you can keep weapons from breaking in the first place, you’ll avoid extra costs.
Check your gear often and fix any wear to keep your weapons in good shape for combat.
Have you ever regretted keeping a broken weapon in your stash for too long?