Atomic Heart’s world keeps inspiring cosplay fans with fresh, nuanced characters beyond the famous Twins. Model Natalia Ishkaeva perfectly channels Anastasia Nazarova from the third DLC, ”Charms of the Deep Sea,” capturing her signature glasses, work uniform, and that calm, composed scientist gaze-unshaken even amid underwater chaos.
Who is Anastasia Nazarova in the ”Charms of the Deep Sea” DLC?
Anastasia Nazarova is a supporting character introduced in the third DLC for Atomic Heart. She works at the underwater complex ”Triton” and has a personal connection with each dolphin there-sometimes playing with some, showing respect to others. Unlike most characters defined by combat skills, Anastasia stands out for her humanity. In a world where robots run amok and experiments go sideways, she quietly asks the protagonist P-3 for help freeing the dolphins trapped in Triton.
According to an analysis by ”Samodelkin,” Anastasia is about 25 years old, highly intelligent, morally upright, and exhibits elevated oxytocin levels-signaling trust and empathy. She’s a kind soul caught in the wrong place at the wrong time but refusing to lose herself.
Anastasia is voiced by actress Anastasia Nazarova herself-a rare case where the character and voice actor share the same name, adding a layer of authenticity. Mundfish has used this technique before, but this particular crossover sparked players to Google whether she’s a real person after finishing the DLC.
Overview of the ”Charms of the Deep Sea” DLC for Atomic Heart
Released on January 28, 2025, the third DLC for Atomic Heart arrived on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, plunging players into the depths of the Triton underwater base. It introduced new characters, weapons, and powers. For the first time, Anastasia takes center stage as the protagonist, shifting the narrative from P-3’s soldier perspective to that of a civilian caught in the conflict.
Anastasia also plays a key role in the fourth expansion, ”Blood on Crystal,” which launched on April 16, 2026.
Atomic Heart originally launched on February 21, 2023, and quickly became one of Russia’s most talked-about game hits. By May 2025, developer Mundfish reported over 10 million players worldwide. Alongside ”Charms of the Deep Sea,” two other expansions-”Instinct of Extermination” and ”Limbo Prisoner”-have been released.
At Summer Game Fest 2025, Mundfish announced a full sequel, Atomic Heart 2, along with a multiplayer RPG shooter called The Cube.
Cosplay details: capturing the essence of Anastasia Nazarova
Natalia Ishkaeva’s cosplay focuses on Anastasia’s Triton work uniform, complete with her distinctive glasses and hairstyle. This isn’t a fanservice take but a precise homage: the goal was to nail the small details and the character’s mood. Since Anastasia’s appeal lies more in her personality than flashiness, this meticulous approach feels spot-on.
Atomic Heart has become one of the most cosplay-friendly Russian games. We’ve previously featured a Russian cosplayer embodying the series’ most alluring robot. Recent cosplays range from April O’Neil by Lada Lyumos to reimaginings of Rain and Lady Death by Lada Lyumos and Lera Chimera.
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