Set in the shattered subway of a post apocalyptic moscow, metro 2033 is a story of intensive underground survival were the fate of mankind rests in your hands. Newcomers will experience an epic postapocalyptic adventure combining thrilling. Aug 08, 2014 see how 4as redux of their survival fps is more than just a fresh coat of paint. Mar 26, 2010 a game that attempts to marry together rpg elements and a firstperson shooter with a heavy focus on stealth, all in a survival horror setting, metro 2033 certainly cannot be accused of lacking. Metro 2033 redux is the definitive version of the cult classic metro 2033, rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4a engine for next gen. In the face of a new mysterious threat young artyom must leave his home station for the first time, making a dangerous journey to the legendary polis to enlist their help. Metro 2033 has definitely exceeded my expectations. It is set in the moscow metro, where the last survivors hide after a global nuclear holocaust. By 2005, the book had an established printer and would go on to be sold in more than 20 countries. The ukrainian developing company, 4a games, and former publishers of the series thq collaborated with dmitry glukhovsky to create a digital rendition of his novel for the xbox 360 and pc platforms.
It has been followed by two sequels, metro 2034 and metro 2035, and spawned the vast metro media franchise. A collection of tweaks and polishes, doovers and rejigs that elevates the game to even greater heights, this is a full visual. A few members of the design team also worked on the original stalker. The story is based on dmitry glukhovskys novel of the same title, and is set.
Lots of games i buy often dont seem to have everything youre after, but then again, you cant seem to have everything. A game that attempts to marry together rpg elements and a firstperson shooter with a heavy focus on stealth, all in a survival horror setting, metro 2033 certainly cannot be accused of lacking. Step through it and theres an unshakable feeling youre trespassing into a pc game. The dark and melancholy future of metro 2033 is equally suited to both the science fiction and horror genres. Survivors have been driven underground to the citys subway system to. Xbox live gold members can download and play metro 2033, metro. Its a perfect purchase for either newbies who havent experienced the first game, or vets who want to experience the game again in a brand new light. The opening cinematics look like something out of a game that is 10 years old. Back in march of 2010, metro 2033 was released on xbox 360 and windows pc and became my first introduction to a harsh world based on dmitry glukhovskys novel of the same title. I have read a book by glughovsky and it was a great game. In 20 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning. Metro redux is the ultimate double game collection, including the definitive versions of both metro 2033 and metro. However, the one thing i hate about this game is its unfair game mechanics.
Following off the stellar metro 2033 and last light, exodus feels like a. Aug 19, 2014 when metro 2033 and last light came out, playing them on a highend pc was the only way to go. The comparison shows major differences between both plattforms. Glukhovskys vision is a triumph for postapocalyptic literature. Metro 2033 opens a window into a world totally unexplored on xbox 360. When i first started up metro 2033 redux, i have to admit i was a bit disappointed. Survivors have been driven underground to the citys subway system to escape an irradiated landscape. Metro 2033 is a postapocalyptic survivalhorror and first person shooter video game based on the novel of the same name, metro 2033, by russian author dmitry glukhovsky. Last light redux, plus over 100 more highquality games for one low. Experience one of the finest storydriven shooters of all time. I make no secret about being a postapocalyptic genre fan. Metro 2033 redux has 49 achievements worth points.
A collection of tweaks and polishes, doovers and rejigs that elevates the game to even greater heights, this is a. Metro 2033 is stupidly cheap on xbox live this week. It is set within the moscow metro, where the last survivors hide after a global nuclear holocaust. Every gun could function in real life thanks to the extraordinary efforts of 4a games weapon designers human foes are not your only adversaries in the nightmare world of metro. When you start the map, before dropping down to meet the big black monster, check the right side for a corpse past some book cases with a revolver with optics and rifle stock. For the first time, console owners can expect smooth 60fps gameplay and state of the art visuals that. Last light, those people were mostly randos youd never see again after progressing to the next area. Exodus cast, however, sticks with you through thick and thin. The metro games are based upon the novels of russian author dmitry glukhovsky, with metro 2033 being a direct adaptation of his first book but. Read what all the top critics had to say about metro redux for switch at.
Gamezones dakota grabowski gave the game an 8 out of 10, saying, the singleplayer affair is worthy of every fps fanatics time since the 4a games and thq were able to put forth a wonderful tale that. Mar 19, 2010 metro 2033 is the best game ive played recently. Solving metro 2033 achievements issue requires your patience aug 25, 2010. With mark ivanir, yuri lowenthal, boris kievsky, ari rubin. The story is based on dmitry glukhovskys novel of the same title, and is set in the ruins of moscow following a nuclear war, where the survivors are forced to live in underground metro tunnels. Metro 2033 was the first novel in glukhovskys series and features a postapocalyptic setting filled with survivors, factions, and politics. The novel is set in moscow some years after a nuclear war.
The books english edition was published as a tiein with its video game. Metro 2033 xbox 360 walkthrough and guide at gamespy check out the latest walkthroughs and guides for xbox 360. Theres no doubt that metro 2033 will attract a strong following among those who take the time to explore its nuances, but its a game that never quite lives up to its obvious potential. A book deal was not long in coming and with a videogame adaptation soon after, metro 2033s extraordinary success seems fated to continue. Aug 28, 2014 the metro games are based upon the novels of russian author dmitry glukhovsky, with metro 2033 being a direct adaptation of his first book but sequel last light only inspired by the series in.
The only complaint i have about metro 2033 is that it was to short. It was published in 2005 in russia and on march 28, 2010 in the united states. See how 4as redux of their survival fps is more than just a fresh coat of paint. Man has fallen, struggling to survive within moscows metro. The lighting on the pc for example is much better than on xbox 360. After playing these games i really want to read the books as the story is. It was released in 2010 for the xbox 360 and microsoft windows. Last light, each rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4a engine for nextgen consoles. Set in the shattered subway of a post apocalyptic moscow, metro 2033 is a story of intensive underground survival where the fate of mankind rests in your hands.
Metro 2033 by dmitry glukhovsky is an interesting and creative look into a world devastated by nuclear fire. When metro 2033 and last light came out, playing them on a highend pc was the only way to go. Well, metro 2033 redux is an honest to goodness, genuine remaster. Its simply a much better version of the original metro. The graphics are grainy, the models were terrible, and the environment felt animated and not. Mar 16, 2010 xbox live gold members can download and play metro 2033, metro. The graphics are grainy, the models were terrible, and the environment felt animated and not at all dark and gritty as the game promised it would be.
Metro exodus features an arsenal of unique, customisable, handcrafted weaponry built on the principle of mechanical realism. Metro 2033 is a postapocalyptic action game, incorporating elements from the firstpersonshooter fps and survival horror genres. The story follows a man named artyom, who is a resident of the moscow metro system. They are incredibly gorgeous gamesand the visual overhaul that both receive in metro redux finally. Mar 19, 2010 an actionoriented combination of horror, survival, rpg, and shooting, all based on a story by russian author dmitriy glukhovskiy. Last light redux is the definitive version of the critically acclaimed. It is a modern day classic and deserves to be read by everyone. I remember the little things from that game where the setting was as big of a character as the soldiers and refugees of russia themselves. Aug 20, 2014 well, metro 2033 redux is an honest to goodness, genuine remaster. An actionoriented combination of horror, survival, rpg, and shooting, all based on a story by russian author dmitriy glukhovskiy. I had never heard of the book, but from buying this game with a little bit of money leftover, i dont regret it one bit. Aug 23, 2019 metro 2033 was the first novel in glukhovskys series and features a postapocalyptic setting filled with survivors, factions, and politics. Metro exodus is at once comfortingly familiar and a massive step forward for the series, both in terms of how it plays and how it tells its stories. Despite delivering malevolent intensity in spades, its eccentric blend of stealth, survival horror and flawed gunplay is simply lacking the allimportant polish required to challenge the genres alist.
When competing against heavy rain, and final fantasy xiii thats saying a lot. Metro 2033 updated to 1240, ranger dlc now available. The novel by russian writer dmitriy glukhovskiy began as an online experiment in 2002. Metro exodus is an epic, storydriven first person shooter from 4a games that blends deadly combat and stealth with exploration and survival horror in one of the most immersive game worlds ever created. Metro 2033 is a gripping, atmospheric first person shooter experience powered by cutting edge technology, featuring full dx10 and nvdia physx support for highend gaming pcs, to deliver incredible visuals witness the everyday horrors of a broken society living in constant fear brave the darkness of the tunnels, where mutants hunt their prey and. If you have a pc, ps4 or xbox one and you dont know the metro license. Blood, intense violence, nudity, strong language, use of drugs, use of alcohol, sexual content. The story and the graphics are great, and the lore portrayal is good as well.