Metro Redux

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Metro Redux is a horror shooter double game collection, featuring Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light, revamped with improved graphics, physics, and weather effects. The package offers a smooth 60FPS gameplay, compelling story-driven shooter experience, and enhanced gameplay features. Newcomers and fans will appreciate the enhanced visuals and immersive atmosphere, making it a must-play for survival horror enthusiasts.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 18,786 reviews

story3.9k positive mentions

stability318 negative mentions

story
7,057 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Metro 2033 features a compelling and immersive story set in a post-apocalyptic Moscow, where players follow the protagonist, Artyom, on a mission to save humanity from the mysterious "dark ones." While the narrative is linear and some players find it predictable, the atmospheric world-building, character interactions, and moral choices enhance the storytelling experience. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions and create a sense of urgency, making it a standout title for fans of story-driven first-person shooters.
- “Metro 2033 is a solid shooter with a good story.”
- “The game has a very unique atmosphere, the story is great, gameplay is smooth as butter and the graphics are excellent.”
- “Metro 2033 redux is a brilliant game, the mechanics work well with the atmosphere/story and I have not encountered any bugs/glitches at all.”
- “The story is interesting, but confusing and has very poor pacing.”
- “The story was convoluted and difficult to follow.”
- “The story is nothing too extraordinary but I love the setting and it's still an entertaining story that often had me hooked.”
gameplay
3,010 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Metro 2033 Redux" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its atmospheric immersion and unique mechanics, such as gas mask management and resource scarcity, which enhance the survival horror experience. However, some players criticize the game for its linearity, clunky mechanics, and lack of clear explanations for certain gameplay elements, leading to frustration during stealth sections and combat. Overall, while the game offers engaging storytelling and improved graphics, its gameplay can feel dated and occasionally tedious.
- “The game's combat system is excellent, with a variety of weapons and tactics to choose from, and the stealth mechanics are also well-implemented.”
- “With stunning visuals, engaging gameplay mechanics, and a gripping atmosphere, it is a must-play for anyone who loves first-person shooters, survival horror, or post-apocalyptic settings.”
- “Metro 2033 Redux is one of the best story-driven FPS games I've ever played, with a super fun and enjoyable gameplay experience that blends stealth, shooting, RPG mechanics, and survival horror elements perfectly.”
- “Ultimately, I found Metro 2033 an outdated and underwhelming product, given its gameplay and length, so I'd only recommend it to the people mentioned above or someone looking for an eerie gameplay experience.”
- “The gameplay is filled with stealth, combat, and horror, but the mechanics are poorly explained, leading to frustrating moments where players are left to figure things out on their own.”
- “The gameplay is a huge improvement over the original, but the stealth mechanics are so hideously simplified that the AI will not see you even if you stand right in front of their face, but not lit.”
atmosphere
2,664 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Metro 2033 is widely praised for its immersive and haunting qualities, effectively capturing the bleakness of a post-apocalyptic Moscow. Reviewers highlight the game's exceptional sound design, lighting, and environmental details that contribute to a sense of tension and dread, making it a standout experience in atmospheric storytelling. Many players recommend the game for its ability to evoke strong emotional responses and create a gripping atmosphere that enhances both gameplay and narrative.
- “Metro 2033 is a solid FPS game with an interesting story and an amazing dark atmosphere.”
- “I found myself engrossed in the atmosphere, and that's what kept me going through the campaign.”
- “The game's sound design is also excellent, with a haunting soundtrack and atmospheric sound effects that add to the sense of tension and dread.”
- “The atmosphere feels way less terrifying than the original Metro 2033.”
- “The atmosphere is lost from the original but maybe the jank removal is something you will prefer.”
- “The bulk of 2033's entertainment value came from its incredibly depressing atmosphere, which is something Redux painfully lacks.”
graphics
2,388 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Metro 2033 Redux" have received widespread acclaim for their significant improvements over the original game, showcasing stunning visuals, detailed environments, and atmospheric effects that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to run well on a variety of systems, even at high settings, while still delivering a visually immersive experience. However, some users have noted minor graphical glitches and a lack of extensive customization options, but these do not detract significantly from the game's overall aesthetic appeal.
- “One of the standout features of 'Metro 2033 Redux' is its stunning visuals and attention to detail.”
- “The graphics and overall visual design of the game are truly stunning.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the world-building is incredibly immersive.”
- “The graphics are showing their age, even at the highest settings.”
- “The graphics in metro games really capture the spirit of aged metro stations and fallout in the wind of wasteland of moscow, but don’t forget masterfully presented citizens both alive and dead plus local fauna and flora.”
- “The graphics, while updated in the redux version, are nothing to write home about.”
music
381 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its haunting and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the immersive experience of the post-apocalyptic setting. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to evoke feelings of tension, dread, and nostalgia, with some tracks being particularly memorable. However, there are mixed opinions regarding the frequency and impact of the music during gameplay, with some players noting that the ambient sounds often overshadow the musical score. Overall, the sound design, including both music and sound effects, is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing significantly to its emotional depth and atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and really helps with the immersion where the player can closely feel the desperation and dread that the character feels in the game.”
- “The music complements everything well, and really drags you into the world to show you how dismal and desperate things are in the metros.”
- “The atmosphere and music are top notch and I highly recommend this game for them.”
- “It's not scary, nor atmospheric; the best part about the game is the music, and even that isn't the greatest half the time.”
- “The soundtrack wasn't that good, but there was a pretty good introduction score played that I enjoyed and helped to reinforce those feelings of dread.”
- “The music is forgettable and certainly doesn't really add to the atmosphere very much.”
stability
342 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting a significant number of bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Common issues include crashes, freezing, and various graphical glitches, which can lead to frustrating gameplay moments. While some players found the game enjoyable despite these problems, others deemed it unplayable due to the frequency and severity of the bugs.
- “This game is a prime example of how to make a great bug-free single player experience.”
- “The game looks beautiful and it runs great; I had zero problems with it in these aspects.”
- “Bugs: the game is quite stable and bug-free, with a single exception.”
- “The game isn't bug-free by any means; I fell through the floor at the end of a level, experienced audio glitches, hardlocked twice, and crashed once in 7 hours of playing.”
- “It's broken; they don't intend to fix it, and you'll spend almost as much time troubleshooting the thing as actually playing it.”
- “This 'remastered' version is a buggy mess; just get the original if you can find a key for it because guess what?”
optimization
304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its performance on modern hardware, while others report significant issues such as stuttering, crashes, and poor performance on certain setups, particularly with AMD graphics cards. The Redux version is generally seen as an improvement over the original in terms of optimization, but many users still experience bugs and performance dips, especially in demanding scenarios. Overall, while some players find it runs smoothly, others struggle with persistent optimization problems that detract from the experience.
- “It's truly a steal, great game, great discount, and great optimization even on my HD 4600.”
- “If your system meets the recommended requirements for this game, the game is excellently optimized and will work like a charm.”
- “Metro 2033 Redux is also much more optimized than the original Metro 2033 (running better while somehow looking much better), so the whole experience has improved 100 fold.”
- “The game is buggy and a bit unoptimized.”
- “Game crashes at random times and has general performance issues.”
- “The optimization, on the other hand, is terrible.”
replayability
203 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability in the game varies significantly among players, with some praising its multiple endings, difficulty options, and collectibles that enhance replay value, while others criticize its linear structure and short campaign, leading to limited replayability. Many players find the game enjoyable enough for multiple playthroughs, especially for achievement hunters or those interested in exploring different play styles, but some feel that once the main story is completed, there is little incentive to return. Overall, the game offers a mix of high and low replayability depending on individual preferences and play styles.
- “Multiple endings: your choices in the game affect the outcome of the story, so there's plenty of replayability.”
- “The game has a high replayability value too.”
- “With all that said, for the replay value of the game (not much) and the story being a bit brief, wait for a sale.”
- “The game is story-driven, does not have an open world you can explore, so there is not much in terms of replayability.”
- “The game's very linear, most of the missions are rather straightforward, so in my mind that limits its overall replayability.”
- “Overall, I would definitely recommend the game, though would personally wait for the cheaper sales as for me, I don't feel there's very much replayability.”
emotional
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Metro 2033 Redux is widely praised for its deeply emotional narrative and immersive atmosphere, which evoke strong feelings of empathy and connection to the characters and their struggles in a post-apocalyptic world. Players report experiencing a range of emotions, from heartbreak to catharsis, as they navigate the game's intense story and haunting environments. The combination of engaging gameplay, rich storytelling, and impactful moments makes it a standout title that resonates on an emotional level, often leaving players feeling profoundly affected by their journey.
- “Metro 2033 Redux is one of the best story-driven FPS games I've ever played. The story is very good and emotional, and the gameplay is super fun and enjoyable. It's a mix of stealth, shooting, RPG mechanics, and survival horror elements that all blend perfectly with the story and the beautiful post-apocalyptic world. Metro 2033 is a story-rich FPS masterpiece in my opinion.”
- “The atmosphere, gunplay, suspense, and an intriguing and emotional narrative, along with the melancholy instilled by the desolation of a post-nuclear world, really forced me to buy the saga and play them on PC (better graphics and 60+ FPS too).”
- “This game has a lot of bugs, but in general, it is still good. I enjoyed the story of this game as it reminds me of Fallout, except in Russia, as you are in the underground metro. Fallout is my favorite game, and this made me feel happy it wasn't the only one out there. So if you are looking for a fun, Russian-packed game, then buy this.”
- “Wrapped up in a boring story with boring characters and some of the most uninspired game design in recent memory.”
- “This is a boring story where you, the hero, get through all those monsters, explosions, and bullets without getting a single scratch, and in the end, epic explosion, you saved the world, great.”
- “Boring storyline and bad game engine.”
humor
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mix of dark, absurd, and situational comedy, often drawing on Slavic stereotypes and the quirks of post-apocalyptic life. Players find the voice acting, particularly the accents and delivery, to be hilariously bad, adding to the game's charm. While the overall tone can be serious, moments of levity, such as funny bugs and character interactions, provide a unique and entertaining experience that balances the game's darker themes.
- “The characters in the game are truly enjoyable, even the enemies have pretty funny lines.”
- “It's honestly unclear if it realizes that some of its more absurd scenes, like a station locked in a perpetual war between fascists and communists, are farcical and hilarious.”
- “The dialogue in this game is absolutely hilarious too, one of my personal favorites happening when you make a sound during stealth, and the enemy soldier says, 'shit, what was that?'”
- “You spend more time laughing and crying than actually playing.”
- “The game is filled with funny bugs that distract from the overall experience.”
grinding
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is often perceived as tedious and frustrating, with many players expressing that certain mechanics and resource collection feel unnecessarily drawn out. While some appreciate the immersive atmosphere and story, the repetitive nature of tasks and encounters detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to a consensus that the game can feel like a slog at times. However, a few players noted that the grinding aspect can be rewarding, particularly for achievements, though it often requires significant time investment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “It was really enjoyable to go through the missions, but not in the 'ok, gotta collect x, y, and z resources, level up, and gear up' grindy way that keeps you hooked but isn't actually enjoyable thoroughly.”
- “If you wanted the excruciatingly boring, tedious and confusing subway tunnels from Fallout 3 to be a whole game, this is the one for you.”
- “Throughout the hour I played, I kept wondering when the 'core' gameplay would really start as each encounter (and jumps in time) felt like isolated events, each more tedious and eye-rolling than the last.”
character development
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its depth and integration into the story, particularly for fans of the source material, while others find it lacking, especially for secondary characters. The pacing and atmosphere are often highlighted as strengths, contributing to an immersive experience, but many players feel that the character arcs are either too shallow or inconsistent. Overall, while the main protagonist's journey is compelling, the development of supporting characters leaves much to be desired.
- “The pacing of not only the story, but of your progress, the introduction and usefulness of game mechanics, resources, and character development is a perfect blend that creates a truly engrossing game.”
- “Fantastic storytelling, fantastic character development, and incredible graphics.”
- “This game tells an amazing story with a lot of depth and character development.”
- “It's a very interesting take on a post-apocalyptic setting, the world and its various inhabitants are the focus, but there isn't too much character development and it's a pretty standard 'saving the world' type story, with some unique deviations mixed in.”
- “The character development wasn't too deep.”
- “Without strong story or character development, some players are definitely going to be put off by how the game proceeds.”
monetization
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many reviewers labeling the remaster as a "shameless cash grab" that offers little improvement over the original. Concerns about microtransactions and the game's removal from Steam after prior advertising have also contributed to a negative perception, leading players to feel betrayed by the developers. Overall, while the game itself is praised, the monetization strategies employed have left a sour taste for many gamers.
- “An AAA-class first-person shooter, with great shooting mechanics, beautiful graphics and single-player gameplay, engaging story, deep gun customization, thrilling suspense and survival elements - and without microtransactions!”
- “This is a great game but unfortunately this 'remaster' falls into the category of shameless cash grabs where nothing is changed but people still buy it.”
- “I don't actually recommend this over the original; you should opt for the original Metro 2033 instead of this lazy cash grab.”
- “This redux was clearly a cash grab, piggybacked on a very vocal and bewildering cult following, and I'm disappointed I fell for it, as it seems very little effort was put in to improve the game.”