Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl boasts a diverse arsenal, allowing players to tailor their loadout to their preferred combat style. Beyond standard firearms, unique weapons with enhanced stats and modifications are scattered throughout the game. The Cavalier sniper rifle is one such exceptional find. This unique weapon features a red-dot sight instead of a traditional scope, making it highly effective at close to medium ranges. Here's how to acquire this powerful rifle.

Acquiring the Cavalier Sniper Rifle

The Cavalier is located within the Duga base, specifically in a warehouse connected to a greenhouse near the Military Unit. You may have already explored Duga to retrieve the Journalist's stash, making access relatively straightforward via the secondary entrance.

Accessing the Warehouse

Upon entering Duga, navigate towards the Military Unit building (marked on your map). Circumvent the building to reach the greenhouse at its rear. Be wary; two Pseudogiants patrol this area and will attack on sight. Proceed cautiously to avoid confrontation.

Enter the greenhouse, leading you into the warehouse. Prepare for a swarm of rats upon entering. Utilize the elevated green platforms at the warehouse's back to avoid sustained damage. A grenade can quickly eliminate the rodent threat.

Retrieving the Cavalier

With the rats dealt with, examine the warehouse ceiling above the greenhouse entrance. You'll spot yellow-painted wooden boards. Shoot these boards with your weapon to dislodge the Cavalier sniper rifle.

Once you have the Cavalier, you can have it upgraded by Screw, the technician at Rostok base. Its high damage and accuracy are further enhanced through upgrades and modifications. For those who prefer red-dot sights over traditional scopes on their sniper rifles, the Cavalier offers a compelling alternative for close to medium-range engagements.