The Stalker series (video game series)

The S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series is a first-person shooter video game franchise set in a post-apocalyptic zone near Chernobyl, where radiation and mysterious phenomena create surreal environments. Players explore a dangerous landscape filled with mutants, anomalies, and rival scavengers, all while completing quests. The games blend elements of survival horror, role-playing, and open-world exploration, emphasizing atmosphere and immersive storytelling. Inspired by the novel "Roadside Picnic" and the film "Stalker," the series explores themes of human desire, existentialism, and the impact of technology on nature. It's known for its challenging gameplay and rich, atmospheric world.