Stalker 2: In The Name Of Science Side Quest Walkthrough

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's "In the Name of Science" Side Quest: A Comprehensive 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 is to find five electronic collars from specific locations:

Region	Collar Location	Mutant
Garbage	The Brood	Snork
Wild Island	Boathouse	Psy Bayun
Zaton	Hydrodynamics Lab	Controller
Malachite	Brain Scorcher
Red Forest	Containers	Pseudogiant

Note: If collars are missing, use the console command "XEndQuestNodeBySID E08_SQ01_S2_SetJournal_WaitForSherbaCall_Finish_Pin_0" to proceed.

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 between disabling or recalibrating the device.

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 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. Escaping, players confront Shcherba, choosing to kill or spare him. Both choices yield the same rewards (Gauss Gun and "On a Leash" trophy), but sparing Shcherba maintains positive relations.

Remember: If Shcherba doesn't call, use the console command "XStartQuestNodeBySID E08_SQ01_S3_Technical_SherbaInvitedToLab" to progress. This detailed guide ensures a smooth completion of the "In the Name of Science" quest.