Metro 2039 Confirmed as Next Game in Metro Series

The long wait for a new chapter in the franchise is finally over, as Metro 2039 has been officially confirmed as the next game in the beloved Metro series. While details remain scarce beyond the title itself, fans can expect a full reveal later this week during an exclusive Xbox online showcase. This announcement validates recent rumors from industry insiders who predicted that April 16 would be the venue for the Metro 2039 reveal. The confirmation arrived directly via the official Xbox X account, signaling that the world premiere is imminent and ready to drop on Thursday.

A Return to Moscow’s Depths

This upcoming title marks the fourth mainline entry from developer 4A Games in their post-apocalyptic shooter saga. Set within the iconic novels of Dmitry Glukhovsky, the series follows survivors of nuclear devastation living in the Moscow subway tunnels and the harsh world surrounding them. The franchise's previous entries include Metro 2033 (2010), Metro: Last Light (2013), and Metro Exodus (2019). Glukhovsky himself confirmed the news on his Instagram account, adding weight to the studio's long-silenced rumors from 2020 that work had already begun.

The nearly six-year gap between those initial hints and now has fueled speculation about a swift turnaround for the game's release. While it is too early to confirm timelines, the fact that development started years ago suggests we might not wait as long as typical industry cycles. Regardless of the schedule, the anticipation is palpable among fans eager to see what 4A Games has in store for Artyom and the remaining Spartans.

Continuing the Story

The narrative possibilities are vast, especially given the ambiguous endings of previous titles:

  • The "happy" ending of Metro Exodus saw Artyom escape the tunnels into relative safety on the surface.
  • However, the game explicitly hinted at returning for other survivors not yet accounted for.
  • Fans must also remember the "bad" ending from Exodus, which remains a valid possibility given how past games have handled canon.

Just as Metro: Last Light redefined the fate of Moscow in the timeline of Metro 2033, Metro 2039 could go in any direction, potentially revisiting the dark, claustrophobic tunnels or exploring a new chapter on the surface. The studio's silence for nearly six years has only served to deepen the mystery surrounding this next installment.

When and Where to Watch

The world premiere of Metro 2039 will be streamed live on YouTube at 10 am PT, 1 pm ET, and 6 pm UK time on Thursday. During this showcase, Xbox promises to unveil more details about the fourth mainline entry in this post-apocalyptic series. For those who haven't experienced the previous adventures or wish to relive them before the reveal, all Metro games are currently available at discounts of up to 90% off on Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. This is your chance to dive back into the nuclear wasteland before the next big chapter begins.