Best shotguns in Stalker 2

Shotguns are a type of close-range weapon in Stalker 2. They can be great in situations where foes are constantly at point-blank range. While they need to be reloaded very often, and have a massive range falloff, their mammoth damage easily compensates for that. As such, there are a few incredible shotguns that can efficiently kill enemies in seconds, and quite stylishly.

While SMGs are another close-range weapon you can use to damage enemies, shotguns are perfect for dealing with tanky adversaries or other point-blank-range ambushes. Here are some examples of the best shotguns in the game.

Note: This article is subjective, and reflects the writer's opinions. The list is not ranked in any order.

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Exploring 7 best shotguns in Stalker 2

1) Toz-34

Toz-34 shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

Toz-34 is a double-barrelled shotgun. While it admittedly has a low magazine size and long reload, that is offset by the gun's ability to decimate enemies at close range with ease. The weapon is also surprisingly accurate, allowing you to fill your enemies full of lead with surgical precision.

• Name: Toz-34
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 2
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 4.9
• Accuracy: 2.2

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2) SPSA-14

SPSA-14 shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

SPSA-14 is a semi-automatic shotgun. Although it takes up a lot of space in your inventory, it certainly makes up for it. The gun has a high damage output and is an incredible defensive weapon, considering its ability to rapidly fire bullets. It can be especially lethal when fired in short bursts to control its recoil.

• Name: SPSA-14
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 8
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 4.9
• Accuracy: 1.8

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3) Saiga D-12

Saiga D-12 shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

Similar to the SPSA-14, Saiga D-12 is a semi-automatic shotgun. This means it can be a great firearm if you are engaged in an intense firefight with a group of enemies. It can be made more effective by finding a unique magazine upgrade in-game. It is one of the best shotguns if you want to rapidly fire close-range heavy-damage shots one after another.

• Name: Saiga D-12
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 8
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 4.9
• Accuracy: 2

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4) Ram-2

Ram-2 shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

Ram-2 is an unusual weapon, even by Stalker 2 standards. It features a combination of pump-action levers with double-barrelled structures to provide exponential damage with a high rate of fire. It can be a great secondary weapon for both offensive and defensive playstyles. Very few things can beat the feeling of pumping out shells and obliterating henchmen one by one.

• Name: Ram-2
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 14
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 4.9
• Accuracy: 2.4

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5) M860 Cracker

M860 Cracker shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

M860 is a pump-action shotgun, meaning you'll need to pump out every empty shell after firing a bullet. It is a great pick if you want a middle ground between the magazine capacity of a semi-auto, and the accuracy of a break-action shotgun. It can take out tanky mutants with relative ease.

• Name: M860 Cracker
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 6
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 3.1
• Accuracy: 1.9

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6) Boomstick

Boomstick shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

Boomstick is a sawed-off hunting shotgun. While its double-barrelled nature means it can only hold two shots, that can easily turn enemies into red mist. While its tight range can lead to a huge damage falloff, it is one of the best shotguns for players who are stringent with their ammo and care about hitting their shots, even at point-blank range.

• Name: Boomstick
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 2
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 4.9
• Accuracy: 1.7

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7) M860 Monolith (DLC)

M860 Monolith shotgun in Stalker 2 (Image via GSC Game World || YouTube/@Lootward)

M860 monolith is a unique upgraded version of the M860 cracker shotgun. While it can be a pain to find, the reward is worth the labor. Monolith is a noticeable upgrade from its base version. Its high damage, combined with a fast rate of fire, can splatter enemies at close range. It works well as a secondary firearm that can be paired up with a sniper or an assault rifle.

• Name: M860 Monolith
• Caliber: 12"/70
• Magazine: 6
• Damage: 5
• Rate of Fire: 3.1
• Accuracy: 1.9

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These were the best shotguns in Stalker 2 you can use to demolish enemies at close range.