Metro 2033 Redux

Not so much an RPG as there is no real character development. More of a FP-Story, which is worth exploring. Great game, lots of fun despite its age, amazing world development and concepts make it quite believable.

Doesn't follow the book as much as I would like. If you read the book and played the game you would see how different the stories are and that is why I judge the game and book as two different stories. The gameplay is very good for an older title and the story of the game is fun and enjoyable. 8/10 (The book is 10/10 to be honest)

Very immersive game, you feel like you're in there with them. The atmosphere is on point with scary monsters, noises and music keeping you on your toes.
Story is mid-tier and you do walk a lot on your own, but it feels peaceful at times to just walk while looking around at the devastated world. There are a lot of little things to discover (like when knocking at random doors in the village).
Gunplay is the main part of the game and it feels really nice to shoot, with many weapons to choose from, but since ammo are scarce, we can't jump in rambo style, which adds to the immersion.

A must play !

really good and fun game sometimes hard but its worth playing

An amazing and immersive experience.

I liked everything about the game. The story was good and submerged you into the role of the player. The mechanics werent janky at all, even the combat was fun.

< Be me in around 2017
< Find a book called Metro 2035 in bookstore
< Take it home, read it
< Find out it has 2 prequel, and 2 games
< No 2033 in my country at that time, so wishlist the game
< Next day the game goes on sale
< Buy the Bundle
< Runs on shitty laptop, great atmosphere, good gunplay
< Still have PTSD from the Demons, The librarian and having no filter

incredible game good story absolutely incredible

The action of the post-apocalyptic series of Metro games takes place in a world after a nuclear catastrophe that wiped humanity off the face of the Earth. Only those who managed to hide in underground shelters, as well as in the tunnels of the Moscow metro, survived. The main character of the series is young Artem, living in one of the small settlements. Although the residents have no shortage of water and food, they have to deal with attacks by mutated monsters. Recently, the attacks of these beasts have become more intense, significantly thinning the ranks of defenders. When Artem's father's friend does not return from another expedition, the young man sets off to warn other residents of the metro and find a way to save his home.


✅The biggest advantage of this game is the great atmosphere of a post-apocalyptic adventure in the dark Russian metro
✅Exciting and final fights with monsters
✅Diversity of levels
✅Ability to complete silently or loudly
✅Nice graphics of the destroyed environment
✅Gadgets such as night vision, various types of grenades,
✅Very good sound design
✅Interesting weapons and the ability to upgrade weapons
✅Ruined Moscow looks great
✅Interesting mutants using different tactics
✅A lighter that is supposed to destroy spiders and cobwebs
✅A cool idea of ​​showing tasks with nudity using a "tablet"
✅Interesting currency in the game, and we are talking about military cartridges
✅The price is absolutely fine

✅❌This is a linear game that focuses primarily on the plot and there is no open world, and here everyone has to judge for themselves whether this is an advantage or a disadvantage

❌Low level of intelligence of human opponents
❌Occasional throws to the desktop (At the beginning of the plot, later for unknown reasons the game fixed itself )
❌In my opinion the game is a bit too short

Un super jeu d'infiltration avec une histoire incroyable. On ne s'ennuie jamais et c'est incroyable.

The actual game is a masterpiece and the story is a solid 9/10.

But the constant stuttering and freezing (especially outside of the metro) drives me crazy.

There are dozens of other people complaining about the performance (reddit/ steam)

There might be a fix where you enter your bios and deaktivate hyperthreading. But for F sake, not for one game!

So yeah:

Game = 9/10
Performance = 2/10

Give me a clown award if you want, but the performance ruined the fun for me...

Here my review to Metro Exodus in comparasion:

https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198147474935/recommended/

The game is really good. The story itself is quite deep, a very good one at that. The graphics, gameplay, music were great too, and not to forget the atmosphere, just great. Not a very long game but it does well at telling you the story and making you experiencing it, the horror was there at times, more than i would like but you can't expect something else from a apocalyptic type game, and the fights were pretty chaotic, which was a nice touch of realism. For the most parts of the game i used the AK, which was more than enough..at least on the "Survivor" difficulty.

Overall..it's a great game and i am hyped for playing the other two games, the price on sale is really cheap and i think it's an amazing deal if you buy it when it is on sale, but at the same time i think it's worth the full price.

Have fun playing it!

It has some flaws, but after reading the book and getting into the atmosfere, nothing else matters except for survival of the human kind :)

Some of the best storytelling I've ever seen in a game. Till this day it's shockingly immersive.

The combat left a little to be desired. Too much of shooting down at dogs. The enemy variety was also not perfect.

Good game but a bit too short.
Combat: 7/10- Its good but nothing "wow"
Story 8.5/10
Atmosphere- 10/10
Overall a solid game. Totally worth a play.

One of my favorite singleplayer games i’ve played in a long while, having a pretty good story, and original gameplay mechanics.

Metro 2033 is a game which I WISH more games would be inspired by on, how to make a game world feel like you’re inside it, and how you connect with the character you’re controlling.

The whole enviroment being based off a post-nuclear russian city, being unsafe to live on the ground, so people started surviving underground in metro stations. I just seriously love it.

The gameplay, being amazing, played it on the hardest difficulty with no hud and such, and it was the most unique experience i’ve had to date. Challenging, Very interesting ammo managment.

I will revisit the game at later dates, to replay it and experience metro once again. This game is amazing.

metro 2033 one of the best story out there i love how thy tryed to keep as true as thy could to the books but added there own touch into it . its a blast of a game a highly recommend this game

Terrible UX, lack of directional cues to know where threats are, you can die with no way of finding out why, can't change your FOV, jumpiing feels unlike any other game.
I liked the atmosphere and really wanted to like the game but it's awful.

Four horseman of story-driven FPS surivival horror:
Poor story, boring setting, mediocre gunplay, broken stealth.
I liked the music though.

After playing both games, I can say that the story is pretty damn good. It was easy to get immersed in some scenes, but this game is not meant to be as easy as the immersion.

You have to manage things like air (when venturing in certain areas), ammo, battery power, and if nothing else, the daring goal ahead of you.

The tutorial gives you the basics, but make sure to listen to the people you're travelling with. They'll tell you how to deal with certain threats and situations that will likely kill you dead if you walk in blind.

A good rule of thumb if you get stuck is: You can try shooting/neutralizing the problem, try your lighter on it (tap M), find a way around, and of course, if its directions you need, typically the compass (hold M) will help. If it's a tripwire, look for the end of the wire where you can press e to cut it. Or jump it if possible.

In both this game and its sequel, I got stuck almost once per level. I think it's because I might not see subtle hints, or I might have missed some dialogue, but I wish there were some subtle hints to nudge you into the right direction. Some of those obstacles were more obvious than I realised.

This game definitely scared the crap out of me countless times. A few of those levels were downright, bit for bit, an absolute nightmare. Just when you think you've found safety, it might only be a brief respite, and perhaps too tight a corner to survive what can find you.

If you're using a more up-to-date computer (windows 10/11) and you're having problems or hiccups running the game, I would recommend accessing the game files, finding the program itself, and enabling compatibility mode, which helped me. Windows 7 or 8 mode should do it. I use 7.

Seems like a good game with a cool concept. I wish I could play it, unfortunately it consistently crashes my machine after 20 minutes or so of playtime. The amount of time I do get to play is covered in lighting glitches and flickering. The technical problems are just too much for me to enjoy this.

It's decent. It's not my favorite game, I don't much care for survival horror games.

Graphics are good, but not as good as I remember (not as crisp) playing the original when it first game out, especially given that this is a remaster. I don't know why I feel this way, maybe I am too used to new games.
Guns all sound kinda same-y, but I do like the homemade style of some of the weapon designs.

It does have quite good atmosphere and does the "survival horror" part well. There are many moments I recall being slightly on edge and feeling tense. But there were also quite a few moments of "what am I supposed to do next".

I remember that I never completed the original one because I soft locked myself in one of the outside sections being out of filters while being attacked by the demons, so I replayed it in preparation for Metro Exodus.

The game is interesting. An impressive atmosphere, good graphics, a great story, interesting characters, an exciting ending, but the storyline is short

One of the best apocaliptic games I have played even though it is a bit old it still creates the atmospheric tension, it is also immersive as when the NPCs are talking you can hear them say some word in russian.

too many bugs in this game constant audio issues and audio only comes back if you move the right way constant frame drops and weird texturing i really don't get why frame drops because its a old game and im running a gtx 1650 in 1080p mid though some people finished the game without any issue mine started occurring in the first damn mission so wouldn't recommend at all

a great game to go back to,
full of awesome mechanics especially for the time again
cant wait to 100%

Great game, one of the best Trilogies I ever played. The story is SO GOOD, I loved it, I loved the maps the people, EVERYTHING. This is one of those games that you see it once, play it and then you can't stop. Definitely worth trying out, specially when it's on sale

great game really love it really detailed and cool and interesting storyline would play again but playing metro last light then exodus then maybe the book amazing game really good cant wait to play the ending of last light and start exodus very good game love it :)

A great post-apocalyptic first-person shooter that takes place in the tunnels of a destroyed Moscow Metro. The game's atmospheric and creepy tunnels are amazing to behold. I also enjoyed the linear levels and found the need to scavenge for resources fun to combat the horrors of the tunnels.

This a game is a must for people looking for russian dystopic post-apocalyptic action-horror shooter ! The atmosphere is really great and make the game feel immersive, i loved the story, the gameplay, the musics which really add something to the game. I fell in love with the series playing metro exodus and decided it was necessary to buy 2033 and even if the gameplay is a bit different and way more linear i loved it, it can be frustrating playing on some of the hardest difficulties if you're not familiar with the gender but you get easily used to it. Runs very good on low end pc for those wondering, overall a 10/10 i highly recommend anyone interested in the series to play it

Played on Linux (Xubuntu)

Metro 2033 Redux was an awesome game from start to finish. The story is well written and mixes a bit of science fiction with the supernatural.

The gameplay is fun and changes enough from level to level to avoid feeling repetitive. You get fast paced and chaotic mutant attacks, slow and stealthy sneaking past enemies and everything in between.

The variety of weapons and upgrades available will suit almost any playing style. My favorite is the air powered BB gun. (it's better than sounds ) You'll also have to manage your supplies and ammo, change gas mask filters and recharge your flashlight. I liked how the currency used in the Metro is military grade ammo, you can buy supplies with it or use it in your gun when in a pinch.

I've never really liked cutscenes but in this game they're all done in first person and don't really distract from the gameplay as much.

There isn't anything for me to dislike, I'd definitely recommend it to any fan of the post-apocalyps genre.

Some people wonder if they should play 33 and Lastlight first before exodus, and in my opinion, as someone who did, you very well should. Not only does it show his path, his actions, his story up to the point, but you see how artyom and his friends became this way. And besides, the open path of exodus is incredibly different to the first two's claustrophobic-esque style of the metros themselves, it's incredible how well they did it, albiet creepy too. So, try it :D 33, itself, is fairly short, usually 8-9 hours a playthrough, and a good one at that. <3

Honestly this game is fun, but the bugs are so annoying. The night vision bug during cut scenes and during the train cart missions were a pisstake. Apart from that, get it if it's on offer.

I think that Metro 2033 Redux is an interesting post-apocalyptic FPS game with a unique story, unlike anything I've experienced in other games that are similar to it. Although since I haven't played the other Metro games, I can't compare this one to the others, but overall, I enjoyed the gameplay.
The only issues I had with the game were the voice acting, which felt like it had really forced accents or some voices that just didn't match the characters at all, the unskippable cutscenes at the starts of some chapters, and the occasional game crashes. Overall, I'd recommend the game if you are a fan of the Sci-fi/post-apocalyptic type of game

The atmosphere is incredible—bleak and terrifying. The dim lighting, the sounds and whispers, the feeling of loneliness and anticipation. The story and dialogues add even more depth.

Even with the advancement of games and the industry, there aren't many games that can give you the same experience as Metro.

A game, and what a game 10/10

I really like the combat, too bad I didn't get much of it. ammo management is real! I have been running half the campaign with no ammo and a knife because I shot it all.

A pure classic, the world looks alive, sounds are just top notch, gameplay is smooth, mechanics are easy to understand and graphics still look pretty good. Worth every penny spent!

Started out well enough to keep playing a couple of hours, but Jesus, there are so many unnecessary nuisances that just ruin the experience. If only one of the characters you are playing with would say something like "Keep the flamethrower, Artyom!" instead of the useless run of the mill dialogue. If only sometimes the game would give an indication that you are not supposed to be helping your comrades fight but split to blow up a damn tunnel. If only NPCs wouldn't just bug out until you run out of mask filters. If only there was literally any ammunition in chapters 6 and 7. This has nothing to do with the game being survival-horror instead of an action title... this is just terrible game design. Oh, and did I mention the crashes, and the graphics settings that for some reason bring a high-end rig to its knees while not providing any visual difference. I'll skip Last Light.... Maybe Exodus will be a smoother experience.

Metro 2033 Redux is a remastered edition of the original

featuring enhanced graphics, AI, and gameplay while maintaining its gripping survival horror atmosphere. Set in a post-apocalyptic Moscow where a nuclear war has driven humanity underground, the story follows Artyom, a young survivor on a perilous mission to warn others about the enigmatic Dark Ones. The world is dark, unsettling, and brutal, with cramped metro tunnels teeming with hostile factions, terrifying mutants, and supernatural dangers. The surface, though more open, remains equally deadly due to radiation and vicious creatures.

The game shines in its immersive atmosphere, constantly keeping players on edge. Ammunition is scarce, and bullets serve as both a vital resource and a form of currency. Every shot must be calculated carefully, as supplies are limited. Gas masks are crucial for survival outside, but filters deplete quickly, ramping up the tension. Unlike typical shooters, Metro 2033 Redux emphasizes stealth and resource management, ensuring that every encounter feels significant.

Great Game, 8/10,
i needed 17h to 100% the game, so not to grindy but still fun.
Great for 1-2 casual Playthroughs.

solid game... combat is good and the scarcity of ammo and supplies really adds to feel. Wouldnt say its a horror game but it is a little scary in parts. Story is pretty good.

🎯 Rating: 9/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

📜 Overview
Metro 2033 Redux is a remastered version of the original Metro 2033, developed by 4A Games and based on Dmitry Glukhovsky’s novel. This post-apocalyptic first-person shooter combines stealth, survival horror, and immersive storytelling in a dark, atmospheric world. Players take on the role of Artyom, a survivor navigating the Moscow Metro’s underground tunnels, battling mutants, hostile factions, and environmental hazards. The Redux version improves graphics, AI, mechanics, and lighting, making it the definitive way to experience the game.

🌟 Pros
✅ Incredible Atmosphere – The oppressive, haunting environment makes survival tense and immersive.
✅ Strong Narrative – Story-driven gameplay with great world-building.
✅ Remastered Visuals – Improved lighting, textures, and performance over the original.
✅ Gameplay Variety – Stealth, gunplay, and survival mechanics blend well.
✅ Survival Horror Elements – Resource scarcity and the need to manage ammo, gas masks, and filters add depth.
✅ Two Game Modes – Survival (harder, classic horror feel) & Spartan (faster-paced action) cater to different playstyles.

⚠️ Cons
❌ AI Can Be Weak – Some enemies behave predictably, reducing challenge.
❌ Linear Structure – Not as open-ended as other post-apocalyptic games.
❌ Limited Exploration – Outside of story moments, you don’t have much freedom.
❌ Gunplay Feels Clunky – Some weapons lack impact and responsiveness.

💬 Player Sentiment

Positive: Fans love the immersive atmosphere, storytelling, and survival mechanics. The Redux upgrade is widely praised.
Negative: Some find the linearity and AI issues frustrating, and combat could be more refined.
🏆 Rating Breakdown
🎮 Gameplay: 8.5/10 (Engaging survival mechanics but some clunky combat)
🌍 Atmosphere & World-Building: 10/10 (One of the most immersive post-apocalyptic settings in gaming)
📖 Story & Narrative: 9.5/10 (Great adaptation of the novel with emotional depth)
🔫 Gunplay & Combat: 7.5/10 (Satisfying but could be smoother)
🎨 Graphics & Performance: 9/10 (Redux upgrade makes it visually stunning)
💀 Horror & Survival Elements: 9/10 (Tense, resource-based survival adds challenge)

🎯 Final Verdict
Metro 2033 Redux is a must-play for fans of post-apocalyptic shooters and survival horror. The Redux version enhances visuals, AI, and mechanics, making it the best way to experience this gripping story. While it’s linear and has minor AI/gunplay issues, its storytelling, atmosphere, and world-building make it one of the best single-player FPS experiences available. Highly recommended!

Очень атмосферная и интересная игра. Стеллс иногда такой себе, но это не супер критично. За всю игру встретился лишь 1 баг, и то в конце игры. А так, игра супер!

While I have a soft spot for this game, the amount of walking and talking forces me say that Metro: 2033 isn't very good. There is also a fair amount of QTE's and [press E to do X] that gets pretty tiresome. I've been playing the Survival mode, and there hasn't really been too many instances where I'm worried about running out of ammo because it's everywhere. Perhaps Spartan mode is where the real challenge is, so if you play this game I'd recommend that to actually get a proper Survival Horror experience. The combat itself is fine, I love the story and the world, but I'd just recommend skipping this one and playing Last Light and Exodus instead.

edit: now that I've finished my replay, I gotta say that the story is very meh. The characters are super thin, so when characters die, I feel nothing, even though the music is indicating that I should be broken up about it. They're also incredibly stupid, and make absurd mistakes simply for drama and prolonging the story. The world is very cool, and I like the different factions you come across that make the world of the Metro feel larger and realistic. This game really makes me want to read the book, and while I enjoy this game, I stand by when I say that anyone who hasn't played these games should skip this and play the following two games [but maybe I change my mind when I replay them].

my favorite metro game so far great story even tough its a bit generic nice gameplay and overall a fun time

Really enjoyed the game, had one spot where either the AI was bugged or terribly designed. Thankfully after dying over 20+ times I managed to push past the BS and finish the game!

Yeah, coming in late to play the Metro series, found out online that 2033 is the first game to play in chronological order.
Overvall it was a good game, but maybe I came into the series with too high expectations, and even though I did not rush I felt the story lacking a little bit. I also I got what I'd say is the "bad" ending, and I did look at the alternative which is much better.

Still I think it's definitely worth playthrough(2025) and the game is obviously cheaper than on release all these years ago, especially when it's on sale :).
With a Radeon 7900XTX GPU, game ran butter smooth(Solid 165FPS@1440p with V-sync:On) as long as you don't go full 4x SSAA.

A decent first person shooter set in a post apocalyptic world. I quite enjoyed the game as a whole but didn't find anything mind blowing about it.

I wish I could say this game was great because I know it is from playing on Xbox but I and a lot of others it seems have tons of issues with playing it on pc. I keep crashing multiple times every level and it's becoming infuriating. I wish I could fix it but everything I have tried has not worked.

Metro 2033 Redux is a remastered version of the original Metro 2033, offering improved graphics, AI, and gameplay mechanics while preserving its intense survival horror atmosphere. Set in a post-apocalyptic Moscow where nuclear war has forced humanity underground, the game follows Artyom, a young survivor on a dangerous journey to warn others about the mysterious Dark Ones. The world is dark, eerie, and unforgiving, with claustrophobic metro tunnels filled with warring factions, horrifying mutants, and supernatural threats. The surface, though more open, is just as hostile due to radiation and deadly creatures.

The game excels in atmosphere, making players feel constantly vulnerable. Ammo is scarce, and bullets serve as both currency and a lifeline in combat. Every shot must be carefully considered, as supplies are limited. Gas masks are essential for survival on the surface, but filters run out quickly, adding another layer of tension. Unlike traditional shooters, Metro 2033 Redux encourages stealth and resource management, making every encounter meaningful.

The story is engaging, with a deep world full of morally complex choices. The metro is divided into factions like the Reich, the Red Line, and Hanza, each with its own ideology and conflicts. The game subtly presents ethical dilemmas, and your choices influence the ending. The improved AI and more refined controls in Redux make combat and exploration smoother while retaining the original’s survival horror elements. The game’s sound design is phenomenal, with haunting echoes, distant screams, and immersive voice acting that enhance the experience.

Metro 2033 Redux is more than just a shooter; it is an intense survival experience that demands patience, strategy, and immersion. Its gripping narrative, oppressive atmosphere, and unique mechanics make it a must-play for fans of deep, atmospheric games.