What Does the Weird Flower Do in Stalker 2?

Discover the Elusive Weird Flower Artifact in Stalker 2

The Poppy Field in Stalker 2 holds more than just a side quest; it conceals the enigmatic Weird Flower Artifact. This guide details its location and usage.

Locating the Weird Flower

The Weird Flower is nestled in the northern part of the Poppy Field, beyond the central L-shaped structure. Be warned: navigating this area requires ample Non-Stop Energy Drinks to combat the debilitating drowsiness and hallucinations. The flower itself is a small, blue bloom on the ground.

Utilizing the Weird Flower

Equip the Weird Flower in your Artifact slot (located above the Quick Access section). The number of Artifacts you can equip depends on your gear; early-game players typically have only one slot.

The Weird Flower provides a temporary stealth bonus, but only after sleeping while wearing it. A convenient sleeping spot is found in a side room at the Trader's location in the Lesser Zone. Note that sleeping may advance the in-game time significantly.

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

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