Metro: Last Light Redux

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 758 Ratings

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  1. Esthete
    Mar 19, 2019
    7
    If original Metro (6/10) was only a draft, then Last Light has already become a game. If we compare Metro Last Light with Metro Exodus, here gameplay is better than in Exodus, probably because of more small game's levels, but in Last Light more weak plot. Last Light leaves mixed feelings. On the one hand, atmosphere, gameplay and staging of the cutscenes is made at the level of the AAAIf original Metro (6/10) was only a draft, then Last Light has already become a game. If we compare Metro Last Light with Metro Exodus, here gameplay is better than in Exodus, probably because of more small game's levels, but in Last Light more weak plot. Last Light leaves mixed feelings. On the one hand, atmosphere, gameplay and staging of the cutscenes is made at the level of the AAA projects. On the other hand, terrible animation, which in Exodus has become only slightly better; disgusting behavior of weapons, impact, etc; weak plot; not working morality, as in Exodus; weak Russian localization; discrepancy of game objects with real prototypes, mute Artyom, periodically flickering characters and objects, apparently problems with rendering; about the sound of shooting and reloading weapons, as if, from early 2000s, well, if you 4A Games couldn't record the sounds yourselves, then you could use ready commercial soundbanks, why you used the semblance of sounds, and continued to use in Exodus? И, наконец, для 4A Games, if in future in your games, you once again decide to play with morality, then for a start, carefully to learn the games in which morality works. Because in your performance morality doesn't work.… Expand
  2. Jernas
    Apr 13, 2020
    7
    Metro: Last Light is a sequel to Metro 2033, a linear survival horror first person shooter game, released in 2010. I am not a huge fan of the first game, it is incredibly linear, and can get frustrating on too many occasions.

    Last Light is a similar game to the original, it's still very linear, but there are now more open spaces where you can engage your opponents (human or monster) in    Metro: Last Light is a sequel to Metro 2033, a linear survival horror first person shooter game, released in 2010. I am not a huge fan of the first game, it is incredibly linear, and can get frustrating on too many occasions.

    Last Light is a similar game to the original, it's still very linear, but there are now more open spaces where you can engage your opponents (human or monster) in different ways. Some of the annoying monster types have also been cut from the game, namely the giant amoebae. The game is overall more polished, and the story makes more sense with a few better written characters introduced, and even a short romance subplot. There are less turret and rail sections this time around, which is also a plus.

    On the other hand, the game is still very linear and much of it is spent in different kinds tunnels. There are also invisible walls everywhere that make it impossible to jump over very small walls. Gunplay isn't great, and monsters don't react satisfyingly when shot. Watcher, the most common monster in the game, is very fast and can jump at you from quite far away, so it's practically impossible to avoid taking damage when attacked by more than three at the same time.

    Metro: Last Light isn't a bad game, it can be quite enjoyable, but there are times when it still gets frustrating. One could look at it as a more polished version of Metro 2033 with a new story.    … Expand
  3. nitorita
    Dec 1, 2019
    7
    After thoroughly enjoying Metro 2033, I expected Last Light to offer an experience that was just as amazing. It was on sale for $5, so I figured I'd grab it and progress with the series.

    Unfortunately, what I ended up getting was a stale, forced plot that's even more linear than the first game and overall feels easier to play (on Normal Survivor Mode, which is the same setting I used    After thoroughly enjoying Metro 2033, I expected Last Light to offer an experience that was just as amazing. It was on sale for $5, so I figured I'd grab it and progress with the series.

    Unfortunately, what I ended up getting was a stale, forced plot that's even more linear than the first game and overall feels easier to play (on Normal Survivor Mode, which is the same setting I used for 2033). There wasn't really any feeling of suspense or challenge. For the most part, I was holding down W (forward) and casually shooting enemies without worrying too much about losing.

    I don't have much to say about this game, since it just felt like a random epilogue that followed after 2033 and didn't really offer anything new. The game has a strong focus on interpersonal conflicts with the other factions introduced in 2033, and although there's a slight push towards using stealth, it wasn't anywhere as effective as simply lighting everyone up (of course, this could be due to me playing on normal difficulty).

    Either way, I didn't feel as absorbed by the atmosphere as I did with 2033. It was still a decent game, sure, but it was not a very memorable experience. Some plot points seemed interesting whereas others just felt like side stories that were shoved into the main story. The gunplay picks up a bit in the latter half of the game, but the story also becomes more confusing and random after that point.

    A fair warning to make is that Last Light has a secret good ending, which is the canon one that links with the sequel Exodus, but is incredibly difficult to acquire. I suggest watching a video with the good ending once you have beaten the game, because it's really not worth the effort.

    On a side note, the Redux edition comes with a bunch of DLC bundled in, but no indication as to where to access them. To find the DLCs, beat the game first, and then go to Chapters and access New Missions from there. I'm really not sure why the game didn't dedicate a separate section for this, since it is incredibly easy to miss.

    CHRONICLES PACK
    ANNA - For Anna's mission, it's incredibly short, not difficult at all, and really doesn't offer a whole lot of content. You can get it done in under 20 minutes. The end is abrupt and gets randomly cut off. I wouldn't suggest playing it unless you want to do some minor fights, since the story isn't meaningful. Using the sniper in a proper environment is kind of cool, though. I give it a 6/10.

    KHAN - Khan's mission was absolutely meaningless. It provides a glimpse into his backstory, but even then, spending 30-40 minutes to walk in a straight line until he finally opens up and talks about it is such a terrible waste of time. You can do something better with your time. 4/10.

    PAVEL - Wow, Pavel's mission was just amazing. You have to escape from imprisonment and the game doesn't hold you hand or give you anything to work with. You actually have to hide in the shadows and keep your wits about to escape, knowing how to assassinate your captors in silence. This was definitely the best of the three missions to play through, as it was realistic and not easy. I'm happy to give it a 8/10. Definitely play it.

    DEVELOPER PACK - SPIDER LAIR
    This map was... interesting, at best. The lack of a story made it kind of pointless to go through, and if you've already played through the main game, there isn't much the spiders can do to surprise you. It's a well-rounded map that focuses on the use of the flamethrower, but there isn't really any significant challenge. As for whether I'd recommend it, I'd say it depends on whether you want more content or not. It's a bit lengthy. 7/10

    FACTION PACK
    SNIPER TEAM - This was a great mission. It starts off a bit rough since you have to adjust to the stealthy sniper gameplay that isn't typical in the main game, but once you do, it's quite an enjoyable experience. It felt similar to Pavel's mission, except not as suspenseful. There was one area in the map that has a weird screeching noise that bothered me a lot, but I'm not going to factor that into the rating. I give it an 8/10, because it was a nice way to spend an hour or so.

    KSHATRIYA - Amazing. Just amazing. This single mission makes up for all of the DLCs combined. Reusing the Librarian map from the first game and turning it into a scavenger hunt was a brilliant idea. If you're looking for story, you won't get any in this mission, but the experience itself is well worth going through. I ended up failing to find some items, but it seemed only the last three mattered for completion so it wasn't a big deal. An easy 9/10, with the one point taken off only because there was no story or conclusion in the mission.

    (Note: I did not bother playing Heavy Squad from the Faction Pack or The Tower, since I received advice that they are not worth playing. Thus, I did not review those.)    … Expand
  4. SoulBrother
    Mar 2, 2015
    5
    Didn't like this installment very much ,,, not fan of the story since the previous game , and this game didn't make it any better ,,, same shallow characters and voice acting , Same FPS game play , Same Graphics "now they look very outdated" ,,, the positive thing is the environment , i felt it's more of a benchmark game , and in few months you'll forget about it
  5. SPARTACVS
    Mar 5, 2016
    5
    Game too hard even at easiest setting. Some serious bugs. Many levels are tedious and annoying (marshes as an example). Intro menu is cool but way too long and cannot be skipped. Too much survival-like for my taste (didn't account it in my rating because it's more a personal preference).
  6. perozh
    Feb 26, 2019
    5
    Мдаа, никого не убивать в шутере, чтобы получить "хорошую" и каноничную концовку. По-моему это какой-то бред...
  7. griffey546
    Jan 23, 2015
    6
    It's just the same old thing as Last Light, just a slight graphics change. It's still fun, but definatley not worth paying for the game again. It's the same thing is buying The Last of Us on ps3, then buying it on ps4, just a god damn waste of money, and I can't even get a refund.
  8. dugazoid
    Feb 13, 2016
    7
    I enjoyed a lot Metro 2033, so I had a lot of hype for this Last Light. Nice gunplay, nice graphics, but not a great storyline, and it felt like I was playing a CoD or something like that.

    I did not enjoy it like Metro 2033, but it still worth it.
  9. actinium
    Mar 9, 2021
    5
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  10. RagingPoet
    Aug 6, 2018
    7
    Metro: Last Light has plays exactly the same as Metro 2033: great atmosphere and immersion, good visuals and sound, few bugs here and there. The only slight negative difference is that boss fights are very tedious.
  11. bancandrei
    Jan 1, 2021
    6
    It is pretty successful at pulling off what it intends, but I am not the target audience for an on-rails stealth shooter, so this review might not be that helpful. I did not care about the morality system, I just play how I like and then see the alternate ending on youtube :) The low grade is because the story pulled me in, but then it's just detours and I was not having fun in the momentIt is pretty successful at pulling off what it intends, but I am not the target audience for an on-rails stealth shooter, so this review might not be that helpful. I did not care about the morality system, I just play how I like and then see the alternate ending on youtube :) The low grade is because the story pulled me in, but then it's just detours and I was not having fun in the moment to moment interaction.… Expand
  12. MaxieZeus
    Sep 20, 2022
    6
    Same feelings as the first game, if you like the setting buy it but if you are expecting great gameplay than don't.
  13. Bitek
    Feb 23, 2020
    7
    Good game and graphics are still pretty nice, even in 2019. I would definitely recommend to experience Metro franchise.
  14. Chowjust
    Dec 5, 2022
    7
    I remember playing this game on my Xbox 360 and not enjoying it. After the masterpiece that was Metro Exodus and my addiction to buying games on steam - all of which I'll probably never finish in my lifetime, I decided to give Last Light another shot and I can easily say - No regrets. Maybe it's just the state of the world at the moment but the game really hit different the second time around.
  15. russiangamer
    May 20, 2020
    7
    Не знаю, насколько по-разному ощущались оригиналы Метро 2033 и Ласт лайт, но редукс версия даёт ощущение единого произведения. Но, с другой стороны, играть приходится во всю ту же игру, наблюдать всё ту же механику: перестрелки – мирные этапы – перестрелки – мирные этапы… Правда из этого следует ещё одно «но»: хоть практически ничего нового игра в плане геймплея не преподносит – играть всёНе знаю, насколько по-разному ощущались оригиналы Метро 2033 и Ласт лайт, но редукс версия даёт ощущение единого произведения. Но, с другой стороны, играть приходится во всю ту же игру, наблюдать всё ту же механику: перестрелки – мирные этапы – перестрелки – мирные этапы… Правда из этого следует ещё одно «но»: хоть практически ничего нового игра в плане геймплея не преподносит – играть всё равно довольно интересно! (Да, всё-таки не умолчать о парочке новых врагов и стволов, продвижении сюжета вплоть до его завершения, а ещё можно на своеобразной машине покататься… Но маловато всего такого, новизны я в принципе не ощущал). Также, хочется отметить ещё пару моментов:
    1. Может, абсолютно так же было в первой части на стелс этапах, но я этого не замечал. В ласт лайт же стелса гораздо больше, поэтому эта вещь бросается в глаза: представьте, в одной из частей помещения происходит адская перестрелка, люди орут, оружие шумит. Закончив это побоище, вы проходите через тоненькую дверь, за которой бывает даже стоит кто-нибудь… И ничего, вот тебе другой этап, никто ничего не слышал – ну, это глупость полнейшая, выглядит иногда смехотворно.
    2. Мелкие баги. Да, всё те же баги, как и в редуксе прошлой части: тела иногда весело скачут, текстуры лезут целоваться, отчего в них застреваешь (но хоть ни разу не застревал в них надолго) и прочие мелочи.
    3. Ненавязчивая вариативность. На примерах: спасти или не спасти медведицу от растерзания другими мутантами; пройти или не пройти уровень по стелсу (это относится к одному из уровней на поверхности, где, казалось бы, по стелсу не пройти); и так далее. Пусть я и узнал об этой неявной вариативности уже после прохождения, осознавать её наличие приятно.
    Про идейное содержание: в идейном плане здесь опять же ничего нового, темы для разговора всё те же, что и в прошлой части: как мы докатились до жизни такой; критика фашистов и коммунистов (в этот раз вторые выглядят совсем уж лютым зверьём); и контакт «с другими». И опять «но»! Всё это продолжает вызывать интерес.
    …
    Редуксы подарили нам возможность воспринимать обе части метро, как такое единое непрерывное произведение – с этой точки зрения можно сказать: да, сюжет движется и можно закрыть глаза на то, что в игровом плане это практически полное повторение редукса первой части.
    С другой стороны, если воспринимать игру именно как вторую часть серии – она значительно слабее, (опять же, я сравниваю редуксы) нет уже удивления, того же погружения в атмосферу, той же новизны…
    Но как не смотри – играть интересно, за сюжетом следить интересно. Но некий крепкий стрежень, кой был в первой части, мне кажется утерянным.
    Кому понравилось Метро 2033 – поиграть стоит.    … Expand
  16. MavenUMP
    Feb 4, 2019
    7
    Almost similar quality-wise to its predecessor
    The atmosphere is still great, everywhere is something going on. Linear but not overly scripted game. Rather resembles Half-Life than Call of Duty. It has a few unnecessary immersion-breaking cutscenes or ingame-script sequences which prevent this game from being a masterpiece, though.
    sidenote: since Exodus will be temporarily exclusive    Almost similar quality-wise to its predecessor
    The atmosphere is still great, everywhere is something going on. Linear but not overly scripted game. Rather resembles Half-Life than Call of Duty. It has a few unnecessary immersion-breaking cutscenes or ingame-script sequences which prevent this game from being a masterpiece, though.

    sidenote: since Exodus will be temporarily exclusive because of a di€k move from publisher/developers and Epic you should consider avoiding buying this game to not support such a$$hat behaviour!    … Expand
  17. QuatokyTonberry
    Feb 6, 2019
    7
    Gameplay: - Good
    Story: - Good
    Visual: - Very Good
    Music and sound: - Normal
    Average time: - 14H
    Score: - 7 (Good)
  18. rezo_21
    Sep 18, 2021
    7
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  19. AaronAaron
    Oct 22, 2019
    7
    If you're in for an atmospheric shooter with good survival mechanics, look no further. The game looks great and the pacing is just on point. However, the story did not click with me. Very predictable. I have to note that I did not read the book prior to playing this game. The bad voice-acting and terrible cut scenes really break the immersion. I expected more.
  20. DrawidsAR
    Feb 8, 2020
    7
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  21. ghosttoyou
    Mar 19, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Хотелось очень снизить бал за последние главы с сопровождением чёрного, это просто пиздец какое душнилово было, но рука не поворачивается поставить ниже.… Expand
  22. Ohhmuckomg
    Apr 7, 2020
    7
    Serinin zayıf halkası.Gizlilik içeren kısımlar zor olduğu için değil kötü yapay zeka yüzünden canınızı sıkabilir.Oyunu kapatıp bırakasım geldi kimi zaman.Hikaye de iyi aktarılmayınca ilk oyunun aksine vasat üstü bir durumda.Neyse ki serinin hatrı var
  23. Jadeon
    May 24, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Намного лучше первой части по всем параметрам.… Expand
  24. ProfAmateur
    Sep 6, 2020
    7
    The game is very similiar to Metro: 2033 (Redux), which was also nice. In Last Light, the atmosphere felt a bit creepier / horror style. Graphic is still today nice to watch.
  25. ErayTellezi
    Nov 17, 2020
    7
    İlk oyundan sonra biraz sönük kalsa da oynanabilirliği hala yüksek ve keyif alma garantisi bir ölçüde var.
  26. MadB4n
    May 15, 2021
    7
    I didn't get the good ending xD but had a blast playing this game. I have yet to play exodus considering how much fun I had playing the 2 other games I have high expectations for Metro exodus
  27. defenz
    Aug 8, 2021
    7
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  28. juve2death
    Nov 22, 2021
    7
    The sequel to Metro: 2033 does well to live up to its name. The second installment of this franchise was almost better throughout every aspect, except for the plot, that felt more immersive when playing the first game.
  29. Andrevery
    Jan 6, 2022
    7
    В целом интересная игра, но меня не особо впечатлила. Многие локации получились удачно, но после прохождения почти ничего не запомнилось. Игру нет желания перепроходить, а для меня это уже показатель. Из трилогии понравилась меньше всех.В целом интересная игра, но меня не особо впечатлила. Многие локации получились удачно, но после прохождения почти ничего не запомнилось. Игру нет желания перепроходить, а для меня это уже показатель. Из трилогии понравилась меньше всех.
  30. PaddysPub
    Feb 5, 2023
    7
    A very good game in my opinion, got it on a bundle with Metro 2033.
    As a big fan of the books i feel very happy with the adaptation.
  31. AngryGeek
    Jun 8, 2022
    7
    It's one of my favorite games. It is one of the classic fps games. I recommend it if you like apocalyptic games. I think the first game was better. This game is definitely not bad.
  32. barokii
    Jun 11, 2022
    7
    İlk oyuna göre biraz zayıf ama kesinlikle kötü değil. Ana ekrandaki soundtrack çok iyi. Oyuna başlamadan önce dakikalarca dinlediğim oldu.
  33. Manaaw
    Apr 11, 2022
    7
    At first i was a bit disappointed with the gameplay, it was really the same as the first game in term of linearity.
    i played in ranger mode and it's wasn't that great because of the ath missing in qte scene, so basically i was spamming "E" every cutscene. Also, it was impossible for me to choose my throwable.
    But this apart, after some hours in the game i was totally immersed into it,    At first i was a bit disappointed with the gameplay, it was really the same as the first game in term of linearity.
    i played in ranger mode and it's wasn't that great because of the ath missing in qte scene, so basically i was spamming "E" every cutscene. Also, it was impossible for me to choose my throwable.
    But this apart, after some hours in the game i was totally immersed into it, the linearity was beneficial to the game because of the quantity of details they add everywhere in the metro and the outside.it also add a terribly horrific atmosphere. it's not a perfect games for sure but it was worth my time !
    i really loved the part about the metro being as a living thing and all the surnatural event about it ,but i can't tell you more and i just recommend you to play the game ! :D    … Expand
  34. Danvie
    Oct 7, 2022
    6
    Что-то по сюжету всё скатилось в какой-то абсолют и то, в следующей части концовка тут даже в хуй не ставится, так что зачем это надо было? А в плане геймплея та же Metro 2033 Redux.
  35. LambdaLocator
    Jul 21, 2023
    6
    It felt like the story skipped an arc and the game dragged on for way too long. Overall a downgrade from the first one.
  36. threeoftendie
    Feb 5, 2023
    7
    Это одна из первых игр моего детства. И, несмотря на возраст и недостатки, о которых я сейчас узнаю от других, она не кажется мне плохой
  37. sweetzero
    Jun 17, 2023
    7
    As someone who has just finished the game, I was expecting a much better game than the first game. Ok, they have improved the graphics and some mechanics, but I can't say that it is too good from the first game. The script is caterpillar, so it's really bad for this level. This game is simpler. You fight with more people than in the first game. They never changed the menu and otherAs someone who has just finished the game, I was expecting a much better game than the first game. Ok, they have improved the graphics and some mechanics, but I can't say that it is too good from the first game. The script is caterpillar, so it's really bad for this level. This game is simpler. You fight with more people than in the first game. They never changed the menu and other mechanical designs of the first game. Even though it sounds good as a habit, it doesn't make you feel like you are playing a new game. These are the things I will say in general, I am a little disappointed I was expecting a more unique and new game. Unfortunately, it did not pass an average game.… Expand

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Ragequit.gr
    Sep 15, 2014
    78
    If someone owns Metro: Last Light, there's absolutely no reason to buy the Redux version. Graphically its the very same game, while the DLC content and the Survival/Spartan mode are not enough to justify this new release and the 20 euros price, even with the differentiation the later offers to the gameplay. On the other hand, whoever hasn't played the original game yet, has another good reason to do it now.
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  2. Hooked Gamers
    Aug 29, 2014
    80
    The game becomes much more of a survival-horror title with the new available options, and if you’re new you can try both styles and decide for yourself. Otherwise, there’s really no reason to prefer the original over this remastering.
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  3. PC Gamer
    Aug 20, 2014
    80
    Still as atmospheric and impressively grim as it was last year, but inessential if you have the original.
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