Best masks in Stalker 2

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Discussing best masks to use in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

Masks are a class of wearable head armor in Stalker 2. The game, much like its predecessors, is known for its difficult gameplay and its uncompromising approach to a grounded, brutal and gritty experience. Choosing a mask in the game is an important decision, considering all of them have various stats that can protect from various forces in the world of Chornobyl.

A Mask can protect against various entities, be it physical, radiation, thermal, electrical, chemical, or psi protection. Here are the best masks you can equip to protect against various damaging causes in the latest Stalker.


Exploring the best masks in Stalker 2

1) Aurora Gas Mask

Aurora Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)
Aurora Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

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The Aurora Gas Mask is a basic civil mask. However, it offers surprisingly great stats for how early you can get it in the game. It offers decent overall protection against electrical, chemical, radiation and physical damage. However, it cannot protect against psi damage at all. It is a great item if you want masks that have a spread-out stat base.

It can be found by looting enemies, exploring locations, or looting side quests.

  • Name: Aurora Gas Mask
  • Weight: 2.0 kg

It offers the following resistances against these causes:

Protection AgainstStat Numbers
Thermal
0.9
Electrical1.1
Chemical1
Radiation1.1
PSI0
Physical1.1

2) Optician Gas Mask

Optician Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)
Optician Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

Optician Gas Mask is another civilian-grade mask and it is also another great early-game find. However, it is biased towards some damage protection. It offers great resistance against physical damage while offering decent stats against thermal, electrical, chemical, and radiational causes. It is a fantastic option if you want masks that help you deal with chemical anomalies and radiation-heavy zones.

It can be found by completing a few main missions or it can be purchased in Zalissya.

  • Name: Optician Gas Mask
  • Weight: 2.0 kg

It offers the following resistances against these causes:

Protection AgainstStat Numbers
Thermal
0.8
Electrical0.8
Chemical1.2
Radiation1.1
PSI0
Physical2.1

3) Aeroprotection Gas Mask

Aeroprotection Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)
Aeroprotection Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

Aeroprotection Gas Mask is part of the ward military equipment. While it provides incredible resistance against physical damage, it is one of the few masks that offers PSI protection, making it much easier for you to navigate through areas filled with psi-radiation. It is one of the best headgear for protecting against radiation and psi-radiation-filled zones, along with great physical protection.

This mask can be found in the northeastern side of the Wild Islands region.

  • Name: PA-7 Gas Mask
  • Weight: 3.0 kg

It offers the following resistances against these causes:

Protection AgainstStat Numbers
Thermal
0.6
Electrical0.6
Chemical0.6
Radiation1.1
PSI1.1
Physical2.6

4) PA-10 Gas Mask

PA-10 Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)
PA-10 Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

PA-10 is a newer variant of a common military gas mask, employing denser materials. It offers excellent physical, thermal, electrical and chemical resistances. However, it offers no protection against PSI and radiation damage. It is a great choice if you want masks that help with thermal, electrical and chemical anomalies.

This mask can be found by exploring the Garbage region.

  • Name: PA-10 Gas Mask
  • Weight: 3.0 kg

It offers the following resistances against these causes:

Protection AgainstStat Numbers
Thermal
0.9
Electrical1.1
Chemical1
Radiation0
PSI0
Physical2.2

5) PG-4 Facehugger Gas Mask

PG-4 Facehugger Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)
PG-4 Facehugger Gas Mask in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World)

PG-4 Facehugger Gas Mask is a retro civil defense gas mask modified to endure the brutal regions of the Zone. It provides great resistance against physical causes, along with decent stats for thermal, electrical and chemical protection. However, it doesn't protect against radiation and PSI damage. It is a great choice for players wanting headgear that will help with electrical and chemical anomalies.

It can be found in the Garbage region.

  • Name: PA-10 Gas Mask
  • Weight: 3.0 kg

It offers the following resistances against these causes:

Protection AgainstStat Numbers
Thermal
0.8
Electrical1
Chemical1.2
Radiation0
PSI0
Physical2.1

These are the best masks you should use in Stalker 2.

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