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Discover how to get Gambit in STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl, including stats, tips and tricks, and the best alternative weapons.
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl, much like its predecessor, features a thrilling story about humanity and survival. Although the game’s primary focus is the moment-to-moment gameplay, it doesn’t come at the cost of its narrative. Gambit is a unique pistol to pick while progressing through the game. Due to its high rate of fire and accuracy, this is the best weapon to acquire in early-game before jumping into close-range engagements. In this guide, we’ll discuss Gambit stats, how to get it from the dangerous Zone, and the best tips and tricks for using it on a battlefield.
Gambit Overview and Stats
- Type: Pistol
- Magazine: 15
- Caliber: 9×19
- Mode: Single
- Value: 3,425K
- Weight: 0.72kg
The meaning of a sacrifice at the beginning of the game can only be truly appreciated in the endgame. Gambit is one of the better pistols in the game with a decent damage and penetration rating. Headshots with this weapon can take out enemies without armor in one hit. However, its range is not that great which puts you in a difficult position of close-range combat. It has the same accuracy as the UDP Compact with a high rate of fire. Its quick rate of fire allows for quick follow-up shots, crucial in close combat.
| Gambit | Stats |
|---|---|
| Damage | 1.2 |
| Penetration | 1.1 |
| Rate of Fire | 4.95 |
| Range | 0.6 |
| Accuracy | 3.9 |
Gambit can be your backup or alternative weapon in STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl. You can equip them quickly from the gear wheel whenever you run out of ammo in your primary and secondary weapons. Moreover, you can make a quick switch to a Pistol weapon to take out the threat at close range because switching weapons is quicker than reloading. You can upgrade the Gambit to make it more powerful. This is the best unique pistol used for close encounters such as clearing tunnels and buildings. The supported ammo types for Gambit are 9X19mm FMJ (Regular) and 9x19mm +P (Armor-piercing). It uses 9x19mm caliber ammunition and features a 15-round magazine. Gambit is an excellent choice for players managing limited carrying capacity in Zone. When your primary weapon runs out then take out your Gambit as a backup.
How to get Gambit in Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl?
Gambit in STALKER 2 may be available from Trader Wreck at the Yaniv Station base in the Yaniv region. Yaniv Station is found in the middle of the Yaniv region. Wreck is the NPC from whom you can trade items for coupons. Interact with any Trader and use Coupons to buy it without grinding for it in the game. If you’re broke Stalker, you will not be spending that much to get this average weapon. However, we are not sure that the NPCs have the Gambit but you can check it yourself.
Gambit Location
The Gambit is awarded during the mission “The Forge of Progress”. Basically, the mission after the deadeye gun. You get it by just progressing through the mission like normal, and after talking to a scientist, he gives you the gun. ‘The Forge of Progress’ quest in Stalker 2 is one of the best main story quests that revolves around a mysterious anomaly in the Cryptobiology Laboratory.
- Start the quest by talking to Dr. Kryvenko in the SIRCAA region.
- Head to the second floor of the building and past the engineering deck to exit to the roof.
- Drop down to the lower level and follow the GPS marker to reach the ventilation shaft entrance.
- Break the wooden planks.
- Take the path straight and past the spiral stairs to enter a big hall.
- Make your way through the hall and drop down the ladder at the very end.
- Head to the other end of the room, where you will find a locked ladder
- Shoot the lock to drop the ladder and climb it to reach the upper level.
- Continue on the path forward, and you will come to a room filled with mutants.
- Fight them off and continue down the halls, where you see a scientist calling for help near the detention cell.
- Rescue the scientist from the mutants and he will award you with a storeroom keycard and Gambit Pistol.
Tips and Tricks for using Gambit in Stalker 2 Heart of Chornobyl
Here are all the tips and tricks you need to know to use Gambit in STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl.
- Upgrade your Gambit to increase its rate of fire, durability, and handling for next-level performance in intense combat.
- Combine the Gambit with a Drowned weapon for a well-rounded loadout.
- Increase the hit-and-run tactics by pairing the Gambit with armor that enhances agility.
- Keep repairing your weapon in a timely repair to keep it in better condition.
- Gambit performs best at close to mid-range, so prefer aiming for the head to maximize damage.
- Search dead bodies to get the Gambit’s ammo as 9x19mm rounds are typically abundant in Zone.
- Keep Gambit as a secondary weapon for the scenarios when your primary weapon fails or is out of ammo.
- Its low weight allows you quick movement in intense combat.
- Use Gambit for dealing with mutants or any light-armored enemies.
- You need to practice single shots or firing in short bursts to maintain accuracy.
Best Alternative Weapons For Gambit
The best alternative weapon for Gambit is Rhino. With its high Caliber, this revolver is often marketed as a hunting weapon, proving equally effective against African buffalo and Zone chimeras. Rhino is probably the best Pistol in the game as it has the highest damage than any other pistol. Instead of using normal pistol ammunition, it uses AR ammunition (9×39) and lets you deal high damage to enemies. Moreover, it has a good Penetration Rating that allows you to mostly two-hit armored enemies at a decent range.
The other alternate weapon for Gambit is PTM (Skif’s Pistol). Skif’s honorary PTM. A somewhat painful reminder of the army that became a comfortable, familiar weapon. PTM or Skif’s Pistol is one of the best pistols in the game that you have right from the beginning of the game. It has decent damage output with a decent penetration rating. However, its range is pretty low which puts you in a position to take close-range fights. One of the best things about this weapon is that its durability decreases considerably slower than other weapons. If you run out of bullets for other weapons, switch to Skif’s Pistol to clear out the rest of the threat.
FAQs About how to get Gambit in STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl
Q1: Is Gambit good in STALKER 2?
Yes, Gambit is the best pistol to use because it offers decent damage and penetration ratings in tough firefights. Headshots with this weapon can take out enemies without armor in one hit.
Q2: How do you get Gambit in STALKER 2?
You can get Gambit during the mission “The Forge of Progress”. The mission after the deadeye gun. You get it by just progressing through the mission like normal, and after talking to a scientist, he gives you this unique pistol.
Q3: Why should you pick Gambit in STALKER 2?
Gambit is one of the best weapons to pick because it is used for close encounters such as clearing tunnels and buildings. Gambit is an excellent choice for players managing limited carrying capacity in Zone. When your primary weapon runs out then take out your Gambit as a backup. Its quick rate of fire allows for quick follow-up shots, crucial in close combat.
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