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How To Find the Trader in Garbage in Stalker 2

Author : Blake

Jan 27,2025

Navigating the Garbage Zone in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl

Reaching the Garbage area in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl requires venturing far from your starting base. Accessing key traders within this zone isn't immediate; story progression is necessary.

Stalker 2 Garbage Trader Locations

Slag Heap traders in Stalker 2's Garbage area.

Screenshot by The Escapist

The Slag Heap, a central hub in the Garbage zone, becomes accessible after completing the "Answers Come at a Price" quest. This quest directs you to the Detention Center and the Laboratory before a meeting with Scar. While technically accessible earlier (north of the laboratory), the main storyline unlocks the Slag Heap.

Two traders operate within the Slag Heap:

Boozer: Located at the entrance, Boozer runs a bar, selling food and drinks while also accepting a wide variety of trade goods. He's easily found.
Huron: Found by heading left and through the open door on your right, Huron specializes in weapons and equipment. His room also serves as your stash location for storing extra items. Interacting with Huron also initiates a side quest.

While not a trader, a Tech is located at the back of the left corridor. This encounter is unavoidable as you must speak with Diode to advance the main quest.

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