Metro 2039 Announced for Winter Release on PS5, Xbox, and PC
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Developer 4A Games has announced Metro 2039, the next entry in its post-apocalyptic shooter series. The story-driven single-player game follows a new protagonist returning to the Moscow Metro after the events of Metro Exodus. It is scheduled for release this winter on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Facts First
- Metro 2039 is scheduled for a 'winter' release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam and Epic.
- The story follows a voiced protagonist called the Stranger who returns to the Moscow Metro system.
- The game's setting follows the events of 2019's Metro Exodus, with factions united under a totalitarian regime called the Novoreich.
- Development involves Metro author Dmitry Glukhovsky, an exiled critic of the Russian government.
- The game is being developed by 4A Games, which is still predominantly based in Ukraine, during Russia's ongoing invasion.
What Happened
Developer 4A Games has shared the first details of Metro 2039, the latest entry in its post-apocalyptic horror shooter series. The game is scheduled for release in 'winter' on PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam and Epic. The story follows a fully voiced protagonist named the Stranger, who experiences nightmarish visions and returns to the Moscow Metro system. The game's setting follows the events of 2019's Metro Exodus, where previously warring factions are now united under a totalitarian regime called the Novoreich, led by a new Führer named Hunter.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the Metro series or immersive single-player story games, you may have a new major title to look forward to this winter. The game's development, involving the original author and a studio operating in a conflict zone, suggests a project with a unique and potentially poignant perspective on its dystopian themes.
What's Next
The game is currently in development using 4A's proprietary engine, with the team implementing a hand-crafted, naturalistic environmental storytelling system called 'frozen stories'. Further details about the story, gameplay, and a specific release date are likely to be revealed as development progresses toward the winter launch window.