Metro: 2033 Redux

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  1. RomulusReviews
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Glad I jumped into Metro after all these years. This was an amazing game, and first installment. I cannot wait to play the others and see what else I have missed over the years. Metro 2033 Redux had some issues with the frame rate and at times the movements would lag, but for the most part, over my 12 plus hours of gameplay it was great! Solid gunplay, story held up, with some replay valueGlad I jumped into Metro after all these years. This was an amazing game, and first installment. I cannot wait to play the others and see what else I have missed over the years. Metro 2033 Redux had some issues with the frame rate and at times the movements would lag, but for the most part, over my 12 plus hours of gameplay it was great! Solid gunplay, story held up, with some replay value depending on what ending you want to have.… Expand
  2. DevilHound
    Aug 31, 2014
    10
    It runs like a absolute dream for starters and not ONCE during my 11 hour playthrough did I notice a fps drop. It looks bloody well amazing for a console, and the mechanics are smooth and fluent at all times.
    The story is very very good and the new animation for all npc's and Artyom is much more believable this time around. The game is still hard as dicks on Ranger Hardcore while playing    It runs like a absolute dream for starters and not ONCE during my 11 hour playthrough did I notice a fps drop. It looks bloody well amazing for a console, and the mechanics are smooth and fluent at all times.
    The story is very very good and the new animation for all npc's and Artyom is much more believable this time around. The game is still hard as dicks on Ranger Hardcore while playing survival mode so that means if you want a challenge you will find one. And hard one at that. The gun play and weapon customization is now on the level on last light and that means more weapons such as the bicycle gun, flame thrower, Kalash 2012 etc.
    I honestly think this is better than the original in practically every aspect and if you liked Metro 2033 you will and I promise this, you will love the Redux to Bits. 10/10 4A knows what they are doing. Fantastic game !    … Expand
  3. BaronMonaco
    Jan 7, 2016
    8
    One of the few true "remastered" games we had in the past years, graphics looks average for a PS4 which is great considering the game is much older than the console, they had a lot of things compared to the original and this is also true concerning the gameplay with new guns, new scenes, etc.. It may even be of interest to gamers who played the original game. 4A studios didn't just didOne of the few true "remastered" games we had in the past years, graphics looks average for a PS4 which is great considering the game is much older than the console, they had a lot of things compared to the original and this is also true concerning the gameplay with new guns, new scenes, etc.. It may even be of interest to gamers who played the original game. 4A studios didn't just did this redux for easy money they wanted to do a better game.

    The story and the atmosphere are among the best in the FPS genre (Bioshock, Wolfenstein: New Order level), it's unique, immersing and pretty damn cool. Unfortunately for a game that doesn't propose any other mode than its story it is a little short (around 10 hours) when I consider this kind of game should last at least 12-15 hours, like its sequel (Last Light) did, so it isn't ridiculously shorts but could have use more levels.

    Gameplay wise the game offers the choice between a very action loaded style or a more stealth/survival style , personally I think that the survival style is more in line with the story but it's good that you have the choice. The different difficulties are well dosed and really go from extremely easy to almost impossible, really a great job to satisfy every kind of player. Now concerning the level design it is very good but not perfect and I feel like the game lacks of memorable moments. It's very good and regular but not exceptional.

    So to summarize Metro 2033 Redux is a very good game and could even interest the owners of the original game, but it lacks a few more hours and great gameplay moments to make it a mandatory buy. Still a great FPS very advised.    … Expand
  4. JoshLuck1995
    Sep 19, 2014
    9
    Really REALLY enjoyed this game, its one of them games where you may have ago at first and then turn it off in frustration, but embrace it, embrace the story, setting, music, characters and you will really enjoy it. At time it feels like a FPS Fallout 3 (without the open world of course). Its one of them games that just drag you in to the story. The only 'con's' as such is at times it canReally REALLY enjoyed this game, its one of them games where you may have ago at first and then turn it off in frustration, but embrace it, embrace the story, setting, music, characters and you will really enjoy it. At time it feels like a FPS Fallout 3 (without the open world of course). Its one of them games that just drag you in to the story. The only 'con's' as such is at times it can be very frustrating, for example if your stuck - you are STUCK, you feel totally lost at times if you just cant remember what button is what and i do notice the occasional glitch- for example characters freezing and having to restart the game but that is quite rare. 8.5/10… Expand
  5. spesini
    Jan 28, 2017
    5
    Average game. I haven't read any of the books and did not play any Metro game before, that's probably why I didn't really like the story. Also, i know it's a remaster, but the graphics are bad, compared to other PS4 games. Shooting and the whole controls are outdated and it makes the game boring, frustrating and sadly, stereotypical. On the other hand, the variety of weapons is good andAverage game. I haven't read any of the books and did not play any Metro game before, that's probably why I didn't really like the story. Also, i know it's a remaster, but the graphics are bad, compared to other PS4 games. Shooting and the whole controls are outdated and it makes the game boring, frustrating and sadly, stereotypical. On the other hand, the variety of weapons is good and stealth is also OK. I would recommend this game only if you could get it for like 15€ (ofc together with Last Light).… Expand
  6. MAFIAxMaverick
    Mar 19, 2017
    7
    Story, difficulty, times it made me sweat - 10/10.

    Controls - 5/10. I was going to wait to get this on PC, as I hadn't built my rig yet, but I saw it for a goo deal on the PSN store over the holidays a few years back. I truly have enjoyed playing the game, though the frustration of poorly optimized controls has killed me more times than I care to admit.
  7. Stokholm551
    Jun 10, 2019
    6
    I'm probably just stupid but I find it hard to know where to go and that really frustrates me.
  8. Lancelot90
    Dec 1, 2014
    10
    Pure awesome. I haven't played the original game but the redux is absolutely gorgeous on ultra (running GTX 770 OC, 4.2Ghz i5 4670K). Loved the story, it's pure AAA+. I can see now why this game is so underrated. Can't wait to play the sequel!
  9. MaxPayneIsGod
    Mar 15, 2021
    9
    A masterful, story driven FPS and a shining example of what developers can do when they care about the final product.
    I can't recommend this game enough.
  10. jeanphilt
    Feb 4, 2015
    6
    I preferred Last Light to Metro 2033, especially the graphics, the stealth and the story. I also prefer fighting humans than strange creatures.
    I dont like that there is almost no noise/movement when walking, it really feel unrealistic.
  11. peteraff1
    Jun 21, 2017
    9
    Excellent and very believable atmosphere
    Characters and story are brilliant - amazing pacing
    The gameplay is great but it gets repetitive sometimes times, especially for the lack of different monsters (something good in Last Light)
    I loved the possibility of make different paths within a few levels - I love games that have this mechanics because it gives freedom to the player.
  12. blopho
    Sep 4, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A game that flirts with greatness, but ultimately is just above-average. 7.5 / 10

    At times both games seem to be frantically-paced FPS's in poorly-lit environments where you'll fight the urge to empty off round after round at shadows in a blind panic. However, when the lighting effects and atmosphere DO work--more so on Last Light redux than Metro 2033 redux--it provides a uniquely claustrophobic and chaotic experience.

    (Also, to be honest if a player is really bothered by the lighting effects, they can just crank up the games in-menu brightness so it's never too dim to see everything in your environment.)

    Since this is a modern FPS, there will be many scripted moments where characters slowly advance whilst spouting exposition when--if you're like me--you just want to get to the combat. Fortunately the combat is fun when you do get to it, the controls are mostly spot-on, and the story that spans both discs is interesting enough to keep you invested.

    Somehow a plot line involving radioactive mutants, nazis, poltergeists, communists, and aliens was well-written enough to not be ridiculous, tongue-in-cheek, or disjointed, and that's can't be easy to write. I'd love to see more Video Games use novels as source material.

    Much like another PS4 game I reviewed--Wolfenstein: the New Order--there is no multiplayer at all. While this will put off many players, the fact that you get two whole campaigns to experience adds value. Metro redux is $50 new and offers essential twice as much content as W:TNO, which is the standard $60. Metro is the better deal especially if you're a noob to both games.    … Expand
  13. brandoncargill1
    Aug 27, 2015
    10
    I really enjoyed this game throughout. It seemed original, fresh, and challenging. If you are looking for something different and you enjoy first person shooters, go for this game. I got the redux package for $20, and played it almost non-stop. Worth every penny.
  14. Hexicon
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    Fantastic game! Its been years since I played such a finely crafted action shooter. the story is well developed and the game keeps me on my toes with no end of suspense. It was a steal for black Friday!
  15. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    9
    One of the most atmospheric and engaging horror/shooter I've ever played. The characters are a bit stale, but everything else is pretty fantastic.
  16. Hachafaill001
    Feb 18, 2019
    8
    Vale vamos con metro... la verdad mira fácil juego muy recomendable pero con ciertos errores que se solucionan en last light aun para ser un remastered se ve bien en ps4 y eso es de agradecer en gran medida es un juego con una historia genial, un gameplay que recuerda al menos a mi a S.T.A.L.K.E.R y aun que es inmersión directoa la vena el problema mas notable son los cambios de unVale vamos con metro... la verdad mira fácil juego muy recomendable pero con ciertos errores que se solucionan en last light aun para ser un remastered se ve bien en ps4 y eso es de agradecer en gran medida es un juego con una historia genial, un gameplay que recuerda al menos a mi a S.T.A.L.K.E.R y aun que es inmersión directoa la vena el problema mas notable son los cambios de un escenario a otro con los pensamientos de arthion como dijo dayo un momento eres arthion en una historia en una rusia post guerra y al siguiente un perdon por la palabra gordo sentando en su habitacion un sabado por la noche sin nada que hacer… Expand
  17. stevRaJah
    Jul 11, 2020
    6
    Glitchy as all hell. Demons stop flying, night vision doesn't work, enemies give up. Not really much of a horror game either. Spooky stuff happens, but most of the time you'll mow down hoards of people and monsters via unlimited turret fire or your own guns. Most of all though the 'bullet economy' is really stupid. They just rebranded a normal currency and call it bullets. Might as well ofGlitchy as all hell. Demons stop flying, night vision doesn't work, enemies give up. Not really much of a horror game either. Spooky stuff happens, but most of the time you'll mow down hoards of people and monsters via unlimited turret fire or your own guns. Most of all though the 'bullet economy' is really stupid. They just rebranded a normal currency and call it bullets. Might as well of just called it ruples. Otherwise the setting is fantastic, and the sound is great.… Expand
  18. Nathan1423
    Jul 15, 2016
    10
    So good. So wonderful. 10/10. I am a harsh critic and i love this. Seriously. Survival horror 10. First person shooter 10. Story 10. Narrative 10. Visuals 10. Pacing 10. Realism/gaming balance 10. Emotion captivation 10.
  19. Lewis-Angelo
    Feb 26, 2019
    4
    Metro 2033 es un pasillo en el que te marear, literalmente, a buscar cosas
    dar vueltas brújula en mano para encontrar la salida a la ratonera, script tras script
    como shooter es mediocre, no da buenas sensaciones en los combates, con animaciones de los enemigos muy toscas que empañan la experiencia técnica y artísticamente también es flojo y le pesa el paso del tiempo el doblaje es    Metro 2033 es un pasillo en el que te marear, literalmente, a buscar cosas
    dar vueltas brújula en mano para encontrar la salida a la ratonera, script tras script

    como shooter es mediocre, no da buenas sensaciones en los combates, con animaciones de los enemigos muy toscas que empañan la experiencia
    técnica y artísticamente también es flojo y le pesa el paso del tiempo

    el doblaje es muy raro, entre 5 voces hacen todo el juego, intercalándose incluso en el mismo personaje, muy pobre

    la ambientación y la historia es lo más interesante, aunque también se queda un poco en tierra de nadie porque esto es sólo el comienzo    … Expand
  20. BIOHAZARD-R-US
    Dec 21, 2016
    9
    I'm so glad this came to PS4. Metro 2033 is my favorite novel of all time, and to be able to finally play the game is even better. The game plays fantastic, I don't believe I encountered any major issues, and what minor issues I did encounter, they were so few and far between that I barely noticed them. The game has been updated slightly for the more modern audience, and to fit better withI'm so glad this came to PS4. Metro 2033 is my favorite novel of all time, and to be able to finally play the game is even better. The game plays fantastic, I don't believe I encountered any major issues, and what minor issues I did encounter, they were so few and far between that I barely noticed them. The game has been updated slightly for the more modern audience, and to fit better with Metro: Last light. The weapons have been updated, there are new sections in the game that help bridge chapters together better, and the game allows for both stealthy play styles and Rambo play styles. You can do either of these on the new game modes, "Survival" and "Spartan". Survival is closest to the original Metro 2033's design, where ammo and supplies are hard to find and in limited quantities in the world, and more expensive in shops. Spartan is more Metro: Last Light and a more traditional FPS experience, where ammo and supplies are plentiful and a lot cheaper in shops. On top of the new modes, you can customize your experience even more with the intricate difficulty system. Normal offers your standard game play, and the higher up the difficulty chain you go, the more damage enemies deal to you, the more damage you deal to enemies, the less you find supplies in the world and the more expensive they get in shops. Your HUD gets more and more limited too. Mixing a beautiful and masterful blend of horror, survival and action, Metro 2033 Redux is a fantastic game, and a perfect example of how remasters should be done.… Expand
  21. eva3si0n
    Jun 29, 2018
    9
    Metro 2033 one of the most known games in the territory of the former Soviet Union. Only S.T.A.L.K.E.R had the same popularity probably. Here only Metro - corridor shooter. It is much simpler to make qualitatively at "the western level" such game. The atmosphere is just tremendous. It is the real Fallout for Russians. In the whole Redux the edition pleasantly looks on PS4 Pro, but at onceMetro 2033 one of the most known games in the territory of the former Soviet Union. Only S.T.A.L.K.E.R had the same popularity probably. Here only Metro - corridor shooter. It is much simpler to make qualitatively at "the western level" such game. The atmosphere is just tremendous. It is the real Fallout for Russians. In the whole Redux the edition pleasantly looks on PS4 Pro, but at once it is visible that the game was initially made under old generation of consoles, even the redrawn modelk of textures don't save. Of course nonlinearity in the form of 2 endings is at all killed with the sequel. It is possible to refer firing (it is executed quite clumsily) to shortcomings and those that a game doesn't frighten at all. More true kind of there are frightening moments, but screenwriters as can't deliberately develop further them, there is no suspense.
    Just one of the best corridor shooters in a post-apocalypse genre.    … Expand
  22. BlakDak666
    Jun 11, 2017
    9
    The definitive version to play Metro 2033. The stealth mechanic is improved on extremely and having the knock out ability makes no human kill runs far easier than previously. Graphics are significantly better by using the Last Light sequel's engine. It's one of the few games that I will listen in Russian with English subtitles, not just because it locally makes sense but its overall farThe definitive version to play Metro 2033. The stealth mechanic is improved on extremely and having the knock out ability makes no human kill runs far easier than previously. Graphics are significantly better by using the Last Light sequel's engine. It's one of the few games that I will listen in Russian with English subtitles, not just because it locally makes sense but its overall far better in terms of delivery and quality. Playing it in English wont be the same. A few bumps in the road to an otherwise great and underrated shooter that had good pacing, writing and combat mechanics that made me always love going through the dark metros over and over again.… Expand
  23. Ajax2122
    Sep 17, 2017
    9
    A superb example of how to do a post-apocalyptic game right. This game grabs the player by the head, drowns them in immersion, and refuses to let go. Everything from the story, to character animations, to the utterly brilliant use of lighting makes this an experience not easily forgotten. But this isn't a perfect experience. The limited resources offered to the player on higherA superb example of how to do a post-apocalyptic game right. This game grabs the player by the head, drowns them in immersion, and refuses to let go. Everything from the story, to character animations, to the utterly brilliant use of lighting makes this an experience not easily forgotten. But this isn't a perfect experience. The limited resources offered to the player on higher difficulties mixed with large numbers of soldiers, mutants, and other enemies that can take ridiculous amounts of Kalashnikov fire to the face means that you will be constantly searching nooks and crannies to find just a few rounds of ammunition. This lengthens the campaign in a cheap and repetitive way that may take you out of the experience. Yet the strengths of this game are so numerous that a bit of cheapness on higher difficulties is a slight annoyance if any. 9 out of 10.… Expand
  24. Berik
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    Three words: Atmosphere, immersion and horror like tension. Rarely has a game intrigued me as much as Metro 2033. In the age of big open world games, Adrenaline fueled shooters and games with shallow gameplay, Metro 2033 was a breath of fresh air.

    Metro 2033 is a post-apocalyptic FPS game with horror and survival elements. Emptying your magazines to quickly will result in a savage    Three words: Atmosphere, immersion and horror like tension. Rarely has a game intrigued me as much as Metro 2033. In the age of big open world games, Adrenaline fueled shooters and games with shallow gameplay, Metro 2033 was a breath of fresh air.

    Metro 2033 is a post-apocalyptic FPS game with horror and survival elements. Emptying your magazines to quickly will result in a savage death, but taking a careful approach by using stealth and precision will keep you alive in the metro and moscow.

    The game is linear, with a well made pacing and characters who you meet along your journey. in between missions in the hostile metro you'll be visiting metro stations where you can buy, trade and/or upgrade your weapons, and stock up on ammo and equipment. The way this is done gives the player a moment to breath after an intense section, after which they will be thrown into a new challenge. In addition, this makes the game feel like a true videogame, as it is friendly towards the player.

    The gunplay feels responsive and yet not too easy. Sound is exquisite, and even the graphics look good for a game that originally came out in 2010. As in the intro, atmosphere and immersion are key here, as you'll be carefull while travelling, and one mistake can end up with you being swarmed by mutants.

    The game offers a very interesting story based on the Metro series books, which is one about survival and heroïsm. It has a moral system, which can give you two distinct endings.

    This game astonished me with the way it entertained me, immersed me and made me feel like a was playing a videogame and not an over marketed engine showcase. This game blew my mind, and i award it a 10/10. I want more games like this.    … Expand
  25. Mindkiller7522
    Jan 20, 2022
    6
    Better than expected! The game has a solid story and interesting weapons and shooting mechanics. The surface sections are outstanding, but all of the Metro tunnels and stations just seemed the same to me. It would have been nice to have some differences to separate them.

    Although there are some very cool cinematic set piece battles, the game does have a bad habit of multiple encounters    Better than expected! The game has a solid story and interesting weapons and shooting mechanics. The surface sections are outstanding, but all of the Metro tunnels and stations just seemed the same to me. It would have been nice to have some differences to separate them.

    Although there are some very cool cinematic set piece battles, the game does have a bad habit of multiple encounters with hordes of mutants-which would be great if you didn't have 8 bullets and it takes 10 bullets to the face to kill one of the mutants. What could have been tense is just frustrating and provided some real pacing problems for the story.

    There's also one more major issue-the voice acting. Not only is everyone doing a terrible Russian accent, every bit of dialogue has weird inflections and sounds forced. I wound up just setting the dialogue to Russian and reading the subtitles. Real bad.

    Worth a play through, though! I'm on to Last Light to see if it's a bit better.    … Expand
  26. SquATime
    Mar 25, 2022
    8
    Scénario mise en scène : 8/10
    Gameplay : 7/10
    Univers : 9/10
    Réalisation technique : 7/10
    Réalisation graphique : 8/10
  27. memus
    Mar 9, 2020
    5
    Я не понял, почему все так кайфанули. Нудная, непонятная и серая игра. Может, вторая часть будет повеселее.

    Хорошо: * Уровень на останкинской башне (йеее!) и возле библиотеки (а я там работаю рядом). Вообще, артефакты Москвы доставляют. * Мельник говорит голосом Демчога. * Lore того, что все спрятались в Метро прикольный. * Мурку играют на гитаре. Плохо: * Все серое. Понять    Я не понял, почему все так кайфанули. Нудная, непонятная и серая игра. Может, вторая часть будет повеселее.

    Хорошо:
    * Уровень на останкинской башне (йеее!) и возле библиотеки (а я там работаю рядом). Вообще, артефакты Москвы доставляют.
    * Мельник говорит голосом Демчога.
    * Lore того, что все спрятались в Метро прикольный.
    * Мурку играют на гитаре.

    Плохо:
    * Все серое. Понять какие объекты активные сложно. Как и понять куда идти.
    * Ну и серые тоннели -- это просто неинтересно и некрасиво. Дизайн уровней meh.
    * Зачем вся эта заморочь с патронами я так и не понял.
    * Все места с прыжками -- ужасные.
    * Столько мест, где забирают управление, что просто ужас. Не хочу смотреть мультики от первого лица, где камерой нельзя управлять. Дайте играть уже.
    * Рейх vs Красные и Черные -- это какая-то дичь. Первое непонятно к чему. А второе -- прям расизм. Понимаю, что первоисточник. Но все равно.    … Expand
  28. peite
    Aug 23, 2019
    8
    Ok shooter but feels a bit dated, has some bugs and the movement feels bad on consol since you can’t strafe and there’s no natural wobble in movements. But it’s a very old game. At least framerate is good on Base PS4!
    If you play with Russian audio you don’t get any English subtitles for 70% of the npc dialogues. And to add to that, one time I could overhear an enemy talking by carefully    Ok shooter but feels a bit dated, has some bugs and the movement feels bad on consol since you can’t strafe and there’s no natural wobble in movements. But it’s a very old game. At least framerate is good on Base PS4!
    If you play with Russian audio you don’t get any English subtitles for 70% of the npc dialogues. And to add to that, one time I could overhear an enemy talking by carefully sniping down another enemy and that quite hard to get unique dialogue goes on for like a 5 min which they for some reason decided to translate while many others are only in Russian. I don’t want to play it in English because immersion hey! All in all the translations seems very simplified since everyone speaks far longer than the short text shows up.
    It’s often a bit hard to figure out exactly where to go next since you only got one compass pointing in one direction and no flashing spots on the screen. Both good and bad.
    The female characterisation in these games feels medieval.
    I find myself wishing this game were made by the people behind Dying Light. But it’s still a playworthy game today! I’m looking forward to get to the 3rd game Exodus but if you haven’t played any of those yet I suggest starting with Exodus.
    Or why not try Fallout 4 if you haven’t already?    … Expand
  29. DragonBorn-
    Mar 31, 2016
    7
    Metro 2033 is a fun game to play with an excellent original story-line. Its actually pretty scary in parts too. The graphics are solid for a remaster of a game that was released 6 years ago. The game is 100% story based with no collectibles or side missions to speak of (not necessarily a bad thing) but as a result the playing time of the game is very short.

    The story-line itself is    Metro 2033 is a fun game to play with an excellent original story-line. Its actually pretty scary in parts too. The graphics are solid for a remaster of a game that was released 6 years ago. The game is 100% story based with no collectibles or side missions to speak of (not necessarily a bad thing) but as a result the playing time of the game is very short.

    The story-line itself is bordering on the crazy but also believable at the same time with humanity all retreating underground in the Metro after nuclear fallout and then end up starting small wars with each other over petty ideology. Throw in an endless supply of disgustingly mutated monsters coming at you from all angles without warning and you have an awesome few hours of fun!

    My only gripes really are the small selection of weaponry available and the limited customization allowed on them. Also the somewhat heavy and slow feel to the controls. I had to increase the sensitivity level to maximum and it still felt a little slow, but that may just be me. Overall Metro 2033 is a basic game but has solid graphics and game play, a fantastic original story-line, but ends as quickly as it starts. 7/10.    … Expand
  30. bombermann64
    Aug 16, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 7.5/10. Great atmosphere and worldbuilding. Gameplay isn't amazing but is decent. Kind of easy to just snipe people but fighting humans is fun. The mutants get old pretty fast and are reused a ton but the occasional demon is cool. The librarians were fun as well and just barely didn't overstay their welcome. Great quick pivot to stealth there. I loved learning more about the factions that exist. Bad ending makes sense and is cool that we build off it and it is hard to avoid. Tihar/Volt Driver was fun gun as well, complemented the AR, Shotty to make a memorable arenal.… Expand
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