Metro is marking its 15th anniversary with an exciting offer: a free game from the franchise. Dive in to discover more about the complimentary game and get the latest updates on the upcoming Metro title.
Metro 15th Anniversary Updates
Metro 2033 Redux Is Free Until April 16
In celebration of its 15th anniversary, Metro is offering Metro 2033 Redux for free, but only for the next 48 hours. On April 14, 4A Games shared via Metro's official X account that the game is free to download on Steam and Xbox until April 16 at 3 PM UTC / 5 PM CET / 9 AM PT.
This initiative by the developers aims to introduce new players to the origins of the Metro series. Additionally, last month, 4A Games provided an update on their plans for the anniversary. In a detailed blog post on March 16 on their official site, they outlined a year filled with events, deals, and celebratory content across Metro's social media platforms to express gratitude to their fans.
Founded initially in Kyiv, Ukraine, and later expanding to Malta, 4A Games draws inspiration from Russian author Dmitry Glukhovsky's science fiction novels, particularly Metro 2033 and its sequels. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing situation in Ukraine, 4A Games remains committed to exploring themes related to the conflict. In their latest statement, they noted, "These circumstances are incredibly challenging, the situation remains dangerous and not within our control, but we are currently as safe as possible, and we want to manage your expectations around the reveal of the next Metro title, it will be ready when it is ready, and we can’t wait for you to see it."
The Next Metro
Currently, 4A Games is working on two major projects: the next installment in the Metro series and a new intellectual property. While details about the new IP remain under wraps, the developers have shared insights into the development of the next Metro game.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has significantly influenced the narrative direction of the upcoming Metro title. As mentioned in a previous studio update, "As we said in our last studio update, in 2022 a full-scale russian invasion changed how we wanted to tell the story of the next Metro game. As art became life for many of our developers in Ukraine, we drew from that lived experience to create an even darker story, those themes already present in Metro becoming ever-more apparent and important."
Despite the adversities, 4A Games is dedicated to crafting impactful, reality-inspired narratives. They remain steadfast in their commitment to deliver a compelling and relevant chapter in the Metro saga, promising fans a quality experience that reflects their current realities.
