S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Build 1935 Released For Free

We didn't cover S.T.A.L.K.E.R. as it is pretty much a shooter with very few RPG elements, but it was once intended to have quite a few more RPG or non-traditional elements. GSC has just released an "older" build for free, which - word has it - shows some of what S.T.A.L.K.E.R. might have been like without all the cutbacks. Announcement from the official forum.
'xrCore' build 1935, Oct 18 2004.

In response to numerous requests, we bring to your attention a build of the game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. from 2004, or, more precisely, 'xrCore' build 1935, Oct 18 2004.

WE REMIND YOU THAT GSC GAME WORLD DOES NOT GUARANTEE STABILITY OR FITNESS OF THE GIVEN BUILD AND WILL NOT REPLY TO QUESTIONS ABOUT IT OR PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT.

We thank everyone for understanding and hope you have fun with this build!

Download here:
http://files.gsc-game.com:3128/oldbuild/

Attention! Access to the FTP is limited to one stream per user. You cannot download several parts at the same time.

Frequently Asked Questions:

http://gsc-game.com/main.php?t=community&s=forums&s_game_type=xr&thm_page=1&thm_id=17052&sec_id=16
If you're having trouble running it, try the fan-made hotfix.