Exciting Announcement for Metro Fans
The rumors have been confirmed: Metro 2039 is officially the next entry in the beloved Metro series, developed by 4A Games. The announcement comes just days before a full reveal set for later this week during an Xbox online showcase.
While details remain sparse, the confirmation by Xbox on their social media channels has fans buzzing with anticipation. This installment marks the fourth mainline game based on Dmitry Glukhovsky's iconic novels, following the successful releases of Metro 2033, Metro: Last Light, and Metro Exodus.
Metro 2039 is scheduled to premiere at 10 AM PT on Thursday, and it will be streamed live on YouTube. “Get ready for the world premiere of Metro 2039, the next entry in 4A Games’ beloved post-apocalyptic FPS series, presented by Xbox this Thursday,” tweeted Xbox.
Dmitry Glukhovsky, the author of the original Metro novels, also shared the news on his Instagram account, generating further excitement for what is to come. Fans have been waiting for updates since 2020 when 4A Games hinted at the development of the next Metro title.
The nearly six years since that statement raises questions about what the new game will entail. Metro Exodus concluded with a relatively hopeful ending for protagonist Artyom and his companions. However, given the series' penchant for darker themes, narrative twists could be expected.
Metro Exodus hinted at continuing the story of survivors outside of the tunnels, and players will be eager to see how the developers weave this into the upcoming game. With the series' history of exploring various outcomes, fans may not want to assume a solely positive direction for this new installment.
For those who want to refresh their memories or experience the series for the first time, the previous Metro games are currently on sale at significant discounts on platforms like Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. The anticipation for Metro 2039 continues to build, and fans are keen to see what new challenges await in the post-apocalyptic landscape.