STALKER 2's Mysterious Flower Revealed

In Stalker 2, the Poppy Field holds a unique Artifact: the Weird Flower. This guide details its location and use.

Finding the Weird Flower

Locate the Weird Flower in the northern part of the Poppy Field, beyond the central L-shaped building. Be warned: the field's effects induce drowsiness and hallucinations. Stock up on Non-Stop Energy Drinks to survive the journey. The Artifact is a small blue flower on the ground.

Using the Weird Flower

Equip the Weird Flower in an available Artifact slot above your Quick Access menu. The number of slots depends on your gear; new players typically have only one.

The Weird Flower provides a temporary stealth bonus, but only after sleeping while equipped. A bed in the Trader's side room in the Lesser Zone is a known location for this. Note that sleeping may advance the in-game time significantly.

The Weird Flower's practical value is limited due to the scarcity of sleeping spots. Its stealth benefit may not outweigh alternative strategies for many players.

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is available now on Xbox and PC.