Over the coming weeks IGN will be taking an in-depth look at different aspects of S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Clear Sky, talking direct with developer GSC to find out exactly how the follow-up will move the series forward. For the first instalment PR director Oleg Yarvorsky focuses on how Clear Sky came about and the ideas that will make the prequel a worthy successor to the original game.
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"Mechanically, Clear Sky is a surprising leap ahead of Shadow of Chornobyl. Shooting, which was already solid, is tightened further. Mercifully, armour can be upgraded and repaired and there are now much more gear set combinations. This is further complemented by an increased emphasis on artefacts as a necessary adjunct to your gear set. The key aspect that elevates this prequel above its forebear is the extra focus on inventory customisation." - Ken Talbot| NintendoLife
Review - S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky should be seen as an expansion rather than a full prequel, but it is one that fans will enjoy nonetheless.
GOTY for me :)