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Desert StalkerNewsDesert Stalker 0.17.2 Update
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Desert Stalker 0.17.2 Update

Desert Stalker · published 30 Dec 2024, 21:46 UTC

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Translations are back!


Hey everyone,
The initial translations update is here! You can now experience Desert Stalker in multiple languages.

We would like to apologize for the initial state of the release regarding translations, which gave false impressions and left many players unable to properly enjoy the game. We should have known better, but it is still a learning process for us.

That said, a huge "thank you" goes to community members Aler, AHHCrazy, Darax, Eagle1900 and Kasatik for their invaluable effort in translating the game.
Thanks to them, the game is now available in the following languages:

  • Simplified Chinese
  • Traditional Chinese
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • Russian

The full change log is listed below.

Known Issues


We wanted to give you an update as soon as possible, but this meant that due to the volume of the text currently in-game (~260,000 words), there might be some strings are are either partially translated or untranslated.

If you happen to encounter any incorrect text, please let us know on the Steam forums or our Discord. It will help us properly polish the translations.

We are also aware that some quests are not updating properly for a few players. We fixed many instances that could cause this, but we will continue to monitor and correct any other cases that are identified.

0.17.2 Changelog


Translations

  • Added Simplified Chinese translation (by aler)
  • Added Traditional Chinese translation (by AHHCrazy)
  • Added Spanish translation (by Darax)
  • Added Italian translation (by Eagle1900)
  • Added Russian translation (by Kasatik)


Minor changes / Bugfixes

  • Added an animation during the thermae visit with Shani
  • Fixed an issue which prevented "Pride & Prejudice" to advance during General's execution if gore was toggled off in options
  • Fixed an issue when talking to Zahra about inviting Igor & Savana, where it would improperly continue to other dialogues
  • Fixed an incorrect check in Shani's discussion after she's back from the Zone
  • Fixed an incorrect dialogue check in Emilia's introduction
  • Fixed an incorrect dialogue check with Shani after the thermae
  • Fixed an incorrect pose sequence of Sair in the Zone
  • Fixed an incorrect expression sequence when you prepare for Old Cairo with Shani
  • Convesations with Shani in her room should not block you from interacting further with her anymore

Thank you again everyone who has reported bugs / issues, or just provided general feedback, and have a happy New Year! 🎉

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