Metro Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Free Game and Updates on Next Title

In celebration of its 15th anniversary, the Metro franchise is offering fans a chance to dive into its gripping world for free. 4A Games, the developers behind the acclaimed series, announced that Metro 2033 Redux will be available at no cost on Steam and Xbox until April 16 at 3 PM UTC / 5 PM CET / 9 AM PT. This limited-time offer, announced on April 14 via Metro’s official Twitter (X) account, is a perfect opportunity for new players to experience the game that started it all.

In addition to this exciting news, 4A Games shared further plans for Metro's 15th anniversary celebrations in a blog post on their official website dated March 16. They promised a year filled with events, special deals, and celebratory content across Metro's social media channels as a way to thank their dedicated player base for their continued support.

Founded in Kyiv, Ukraine, and later expanding to Malta, 4A Games draws inspiration from Russian author Dmitry Glukhovsky's science fiction novels, notably the Metro series. Despite the ongoing challenges in Ukraine, the studio remains committed to its craft, stating, "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."

Looking Ahead: The Next Metro

4A Games is not just looking back; they are also forging ahead with two major projects: the next installment in the Metro series and a brand-new intellectual property (IP). While details about the new IP remain under wraps, the developers have provided some insight into the upcoming Metro game.

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has profoundly influenced the development of the next Metro title. According to the studio's 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."

4A Games' dedication to crafting hard-hitting, reality-inspired narratives remains unwavering amidst the challenges their country faces. They have reassured fans of their determination to overcome these obstacles and deliver a high-quality addition to the Metro series, one that will resonate even more deeply with players.