Key Takeaways
- The Metro series combines FPS action with survival horror, immersing players in post-nuclear Russia.
- True Games: Metro Awakening, Metro 2033, Last Light, Exodus.
- Metro Exodus has successfully transitioned to free-to-play, offering new features and improved gameplay.
Dmitry Glukhovsky Metro The series takes place in the dark and apocalyptic setting of post-nuclear Russia, telling the story of Artyom as he goes from a tunnel dweller in his camp to a fearsome Ranger. . During the series, players can expect a mix of intense FPS action with elements of survival and psychological horror. The game is known for being particularly immersive in the FPS genre, combining stealth and strategy with crazy timing and fighting supernatural mutants.
For fans of the original comics or realistic first-person shooters in general, the series is sure to provide an unforgettable turn, with a compelling story and many themes per- variety of philosophy, religion, politics and more. Most of the games are accessible to casual and serious players, which earned the series a cult following after ten years of its existence.

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The exact order of play for the season series is as follows:
The “Redux” editions of Metro 2033 and Last Light are graphical remasters and do not change the story or gameplay.
4 Metro revival
A truly immersive and terrifying VR experience
Metro Revival VR


- published
- November 7, 2024
- developer(s)
- Vertigo game
Metro revival is the latest entry in the series, and is unique in the sense that it is the only game in the series that requires VR. Aside from being a remarkable technological feat, the game does an amazing job of recreating the environment, nature, and atmosphere of the original game. The story itself is a prequel Subway 2033 and written by the original author, Dimitry Glukhovsky. Unlike other games, however, it does not follow Artyom's journey, but instead follows a doctor's station named Serdar.

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In addition to being an excellent VR experience, and arguably the most sophisticated VR game ever Half Life: Alyx, it also expands the game's world in significant ways, exploring more themes of the occult and the supernatural that are prevalent in the original story. Only the downside Metro revival are the constraints they face as a result of VR technology itself. However, it still pushes the boundaries and is part of a decent series.
3 Metro Last Light (Redux)
A perfect sequel that expands on the first game
Last Light Metro is the continuation of the original Subway 2033, and improve it in many ways. For some gamers, it is even considered the best game in the series, but as a stand-alone title, it doesn't mean much to first-timers. Occurs between the actions of Subway 2033 SY Metro Exodusthe story follows Artyom as he is a more mature and established character and a member of the SPARTA Rangers.

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Last Light Metro contains its fair share of memorable moments and has a more intuitive gameplay than any other title in the series. Most of the story takes place above ground rather than in the tunnels, so the game has a more action-oriented theme than the psychological horror elements found in other titles. Last Light Metro is a great bridge in a more fenced-in stealth game Subway 2033 and higher-level research that highlights more Metro Exodus.
2 Metro Exodus
Effective pivot to open-world design
- published
- February 15, 2019
Change to a more open form, Metro Exodus made a big gamble by expanding the limited world and focusing heavily on the original game. However, it was pulled off well and managed to keep the atmosphere of the original game while adding new elements, characters and mechanics that improved the experience. The gameplay slows down a bit during the second act, but other than that, it makes for some of the most memorable moments in the entire series.

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With Artyom in a higher leadership role at the time of Metro Exodusit is the best game in the series in terms of character development and Artyom's relationship with them. The various environments keep the game active, as players can use cars, boats, and even ziplines to travel around the map. Metro Exodus it still retains most of the survival elements found in other games, such as the need for a gas mask filter and the charging of Artyom's small electric light.
1 Metro 2033 (Redux)
The Iconic Original stands today as a true masterpiece
Based on the novel by Dmitry Glukhovsky, Subway 2033 is the descriptive title of a series that tells the story of Artyom's development from a tunnel dweller in the VDNKh to a militant pilgrim. The game also introduces major factions, cultures, and creatures that remain for most of the later series. Considering the game was originally released ten years ago, and the Redux version only changes the graphics, the game holds up well and is one of the best stealth shooters.

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In addition to having the best moments, actors and probably the best story of the series as well, Subway 2033 so it fully reflects the desperation of people living in the world of the game. Guns and equipment are not as advanced as in later games, which can lead to very tough situations with uncertain outcomes. It is also possible to have many different endings, although this is not clearly stated. There's still a lot to see, and that applies to both new and returning players.

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