, a new Metro game is coming. But unlike what everyone was expecting, the next entry in the Metro series isn't a sequel. Instead, Metro Awakening, as revealed at Sony's first State of Play this year, is a prequel. More importantly, it's taking the franchise into new territory with a focus on virtual reality.
Developed by Vertigo Games (not 4A Games), this prequel to the acclaimed series promises to deliver an immersive VR adventure, combining atmospheric exploration, stealth, and combat in a story-driven first-person experience.
Set before the events of the first game in the series, Metro 2033, Metro Awakening introduces players to a brand new protagonist, Serdar, a doctor on a mission to navigate the treacherous Moscow metro. Tasked with finding medicine for his wife in a post-apocalyptic world, players will experience Serdar's harrowing journey through a dangerous landscape, including crippling radiation and deadly threats. The game promises to challenge players' courage and sanity as they walk the line between life and death, exploring the spirit and material world.
Vertigo Games, known for their work on VR titles like Arizona Sunshine and The 7th Guest, have focused on creating a deeply atmospheric and story-driven adventure. The narrative, set in 2028, is penned by the franchise's creator, Dmitry Glukhovsky, adding authenticity and depth to the experience. This origins story, as Glukhovsky describes, is an essential return to the series' roots, now enhanced by the capabilities of VR technology.