Metro Exodus
Release Date: February 15, 2019
Action, FPP, science fiction, post-apocalypse, books, FPS, shooters, singleplayer
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Metro Exodus is the third installment of the popular FPS series based on the books by Dmitry Glukhovsky and developed by 4A Games. Once again we play as Artyom who ventures through what remains of Russia after a nuclear war that took place twenty years before the action of the game. Metro Exodus is kind of an evolution of what we saw in the series' previous installments.
Metro Exodus for PC, PS4 and XONE is a post-apocalyptic first-person shooter and a part of the Metro game series. Just like the series’ previous installments, Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light, it was developed by 4A Games.
Plot
The game takes us to a post-apocalytic world where civilization was destroyed by a world-wide nuclear war. Once again we play as Artyom who, along with a group of survivors, has to leave the tunnels of the Moscow subway and go east through the devastated world in search of a new home. This time, campaign takes place during a whole year, allowing us to see the post-nuclear war world during different seasons.
Mechanics
Metro Exodus for PC, PS4 and XONE is an evolution of ideas and solutions from the two previous games. As usual, we get a first-person shooter where we will focus ond exploration, combat, and sneaking. This time, however, most of the story campaign takes place on the surface, on big, open maps that give us more freedom than the areas from the previous Metro games.
More sandbox-like gameplay is not the only change we can see here. To move between the locations we will use Aurora, a revamped steam railway engine. Dynamic weather and the day/night cycle were also implemented.
The plot in Metro Exodus is non-linear to some extent. Our decisions and actions influence who will survive the journey, and who will die along the way.
Technical Aspects
Metro games are knowm for their stunning visuals, and it can also be said about Metro Exodus for PC, PS4 and XONE. The game has one of the best looking visuals out there. Its highly detailed world is even more impressive if we consider how much bigger the locations are now when compared to the series’ previous installments.
Last updated on June 21, 2017
Last Update: February 4, 2019
Metro Exodus Guide
The guide to Metro Exodus is a compendium of knowledge about this post-apocalyptic shooter game. Here you will find an exact walkthrough, a description of all available side quests and a full list of achievements.
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[5:04] Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition trailer
[1:06] Metro Exodus launch trailer (PL)
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 89% of Critics. There are 172 Critic Reviews.
God is a Geek: 7 / 10 by Nicola Ardron
Metro Exodus feels like a game where its ambitions slightly outstrip its abilities. Visually stunning, it suffers a little too much from an obtuse system of storytelling and maps that are slightly too large creating long periods of doing nothing.
Shacknews: 8 / 10 by Josh Hawkins
Metro Exodus is best when it follows the classic Metro formula, painting the world with tension as you dive deeper into the darkness of the world. While the game does suffer with a bit of an identity crisis at times, at the end of it all, the tension and fear that is peppered throughout more than makes the journey worth the trouble as players get their first look at a much bigger world and the dangers that lie within it.
GamesRadar+: 4.5 / 5 by Austin Wood
A first-person survival shooter that's as engrossing as it is unnerving, Metro Exodus tells a powerfully human story in a world that's equal parts style and substance.
The main pros of the game
- Immersive Atmosphere: Many users praised the game's stunning graphics, attention to detail, and overall atmosphere, which effectively captures the post-apocalyptic setting.
- Engaging Storyline: The narrative is described as captivating, with emotional depth that resonates with players. Many found the character development and interactions compelling.
- Varied Gameplay: Players appreciated the mix of stealth, action, and exploration, with some noting that the crafting and weapon modification systems added depth to the gameplay.
- Emotional Impact: Several reviews highlighted the emotional weight of the story, with some players expressing strong feelings during certain moments, particularly towards the end of the game.
- Character Attachment: Users noted a strong emotional connection to the characters, especially the protagonist's relationship with his wife, Anna.
The main cons of the game
- Bugs and Technical Issues: A recurring complaint was the presence of bugs that could disrupt gameplay, including issues with the save system and gameplay mechanics.
- Protagonist's Silence: Many users expressed disappointment that the main character, Artyom, does not speak during gameplay, feeling it detracted from immersion.
- Stealth Mechanics: Some players found the stealth mechanics frustrating, noting that they could be inconsistent and sometimes poorly implemented.
- World Design Limitations: While some enjoyed the semi-open world design, others felt it was not fully realized and often felt linear despite the open areas.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- More Dialogue from the Protagonist: Players wished for more vocal responses from Artyom during gameplay, even simple phrases to enhance immersion.
- Clearer Communication of Game Mechanics: Some users felt that the game did not adequately explain the importance of moral choices, leading to confusion regarding endings.
- Better Stealth Functionality: There were calls for improved stealth mechanics that would make sneaking more rewarding and less frustrating.
- Expanded Exploration Options: A few players desired a more genuine open-world experience, with the ability to revisit areas and explore freely without restrictions.
Summary
- Overall, Metro Exodus is celebrated for its atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth, but it is also critiqued for technical flaws and design choices that some players found limiting.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 3437 votes. 1800 players anticipated the game.
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Metro Series
Inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky's series of post-apocalyptic novels, this is a series of first-person shooters (FPS). The brand was created by Ukrainian studio 4A Games, and the rights are currently held by Deep Silver.
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Metro Exodus Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows February 15, 2019
PlayStation 5 June 18, 2021
Xbox Series X/S June 18, 2021
PlayStation 4 February 15, 2019
Xbox One February 15, 2019
Developer: 4A Games
Publisher: Deep Silver / Plaion
Metro Exodus System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1 GHZ, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 670 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 59 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/10
Recommended: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX Vega 56 or better, 59 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8/10
Ultra: (4K) Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 11 GB GeForce RTX 2080 Ti or better, 59 GB HDD, Windows 10
PlayStation 5
Supports: 60 fps @ 4K + ray tracing
Xbox Series X/S
Supports: XSX: 60 fps @ 4K + ray tracing / XSS: 60 fps @ 1080p + ray tracing
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