Stalker 2 Finds Journalist Stash in Garbage's Car Maze

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• How to Locate the Garbage Journalist Cache in the Maze
• Is the Tourist Suit Armor Worthwhile?

Journalist stashes in Stalker 2 are scattered across the game's map, with some areas containing multiple stashes. One such stash, located within the car maze in the Garbage region, holds valuable armor. This guide details how to easily access it.

How to Locate the Garbage Journalist Cache in the Maze

To find this stash, travel northwest from the Slag Heap towards the car maze. While the maze has multiple entrances, use the main entrance as shown on the map above for easiest access.

Once inside, proceed to the right until you reach a burned-out bus lying on its side. Look to your left; you'll see another bus with blue exterior. Climb onto this bus to locate the stash. Descend on the opposite side and open the stash to obtain the Tourist Suit Body Armor.

Is the Tourist Suit Armor Worthwhile?

The Tourist Suit is a highly effective armor piece for the early to mid-game in Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl. It provides substantial protection against thermal, electrical, and chemical hazards. Its key advantages are exceptional radiation and physical damage resistance, crucial for surviving harsh environments.

Beyond its defensive capabilities, the Tourist Suit also boosts stamina regeneration by 5%. Given the extensive foot travel in Stalker 2, improved stamina is invaluable for extended exploration.

While the Tourist Suit is strong on its own, its effectiveness can be further enhanced through upgrades. While Lens at Zalissya can't upgrade it, Diode at the Slag Heap possesses the necessary expertise. He can equip the suit with high-quality modifications, significantly improving its protective attributes.