Metro 2039: Microsoft Confirms Debut at Xbox First Appear Showcase
After weeks of speculation and high-profile leaks, the silence surrounding the next chapter of the subterranean survival-horror series has finally been broken. Microsoft has officially confirmed that Metro 2039 will make its debut during a dedicated Xbox First Look showcase this week.
Developed by 4A Games and published by Deep Silver, the new title marks the first mainline entry in the franchise since 2019’s Metro Exodus. The announcement follows a series of leaks, including significant gameplay footage from a previous version of the game that surfaced over the weekend.
Event Details: When to Watch
The reveal is scheduled for Thursday, April 16. Fans can tune in at the following times:
- Pacific Time: 10:00 AM
- Eastern Time: 1:00 PM
- UK Time: 6:00 PM
Will Fulton, Xbox Wire Editor, emphasized the strong partnership between the platform and the series, stating on Xbox Wire that Xbox has always been a home for the franchise and is honored to present this next chapter.
The Road to Metro 2039
The path to this reveal has been fraught with challenges. 4A Games previously acknowledged that the Russian invasion of Ukraine significantly impacted the team and altered how they intended to tell the story of the new game. Despite the dangers of missile strikes and air-raid sirens, the studio maintained that work continued on their projects, emphasizing that the game would be ready “when it is ready.”
The Metro series, based on the post-apocalyptic novels by Dmitry Glukhovsky, has built a reputation for atmospheric storytelling and tense survival mechanics. The mainline series currently consists of:
- Metro 2033
- Metro: Last Light
- Metro Exodus
the franchise expanded into VR with the release of Metro Awakening in 2024.
Key Takeaways
- Official Title: The new game is confirmed as Metro 2039.
- Reveal Date: Thursday, April 16, via the Xbox First Look showcase.
- Developer: 4A Games.
- Context: This is the first mainline entry in six years, following Metro Exodus (2019).
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Metro 2039 be an Xbox exclusive?
Even as the game is debuting at an Xbox First Look showcase and Microsoft has highlighted its relationship with the franchise, official platform availability beyond the showcase has not been detailed.
What happened to the “Metro 4” leaks?
Reports indicated that gameplay footage from a previously canceled version of “Metro 4” leaked online prior to the official announcement of Metro 2039.
How does this fit into the series timeline?
The series is based on the books by Dmitry Glukhovsky. While specific plot details for Metro 2039 haven’t been released, it follows the mainline progression from Metro 2033 and Metro Exodus.
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