4A Games Marks 15 Years of Metro, Teases Future Game Direction

Celebrating 15 Years of Metro

Hey everyone! Earlier this month, we hinted that we wanted to share some exciting updates about our team and the future of Metro. What better way to celebrate than by honoring

Metro’s 15th anniversary

? To mark this milestone, we’ve put together a special video that takes you on a nostalgic journey through the tunnels of the Metro system. This wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing community, who have supported us every step of the way. So, a heartfelt thank you to you, the players!

Metro Turns 15: A Journey to Remember

The legacy of Metro over the last 15 years is something we at 4A Games hold dear. It all started two decades ago when 4A Games was founded, inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky’s online novel. From that spark, we began crafting our first title,

Metro 2033

. Our partnership with Dmitry continues, and he’s actively involved in our next Metro project—more on that later!

Many of us at 4A Games have witnessed the evolution of Metro firsthand. It’s pretty incredible to see how it transformed from a gripping novel into a fully-realized game, and then blossomed into a global franchise with millions of fans. We’ve cherished the chance to cultivate a community that has grown alongside us. What we’re achieving now was just a distant dream back in the day, and we’re grateful to have such a passionate team dedicated to the series—just like you, our players.

Join Us in the Celebration!

This year, get ready for a series of events, deals, and celebratory content across our Metro social media channels. We want to hear from you! Share your favorite Metro memories with us as we celebrate

Metro 15

. We can’t wait to see which moments have resonated with you over the years. It’s truly inspiring to know that you’re celebrating alongside us.

A Growing Studio: From Humble Beginnings to Big Dreams

As Metro has evolved, so has our studio. We kicked things off with a 60-person team back in 2010, and now we’re over 200 strong, spread across two locations. Our main hub is in Kyiv, where 150 of our developers are based, and we also have a headquarters in Sliema, Malta, thanks to our expansion in 2014. We’ve got two major projects in the pipeline: the next Metro game and a brand-new, unannounced IP. With everything we’ve learned over the past 20 years, we’re aiming higher than ever before.

Speaking of our roots, we’re incredibly proud of our role in nurturing the Ukrainian development community through the

Metro series

. What once was a small scene is now a vibrant industry, creating incredible entertainment IP that’s making waves globally.

We want to assure you that, despite the challenges we face—like missile strikes and air-RAID sirens—work on both our projects is ongoing. The situation remains precarious, but we’re doing everything we can to stay safe. We appreciate your understanding as we manage expectations around the reveal of the next Metro title. It will be ready when it’s ready, and believe us, we can’t wait for you to experience it.

The Next Metro: A Story Shaped by Reality

As we mentioned in our last studio update in 2022, the full-scale Russian invasion has profoundly influenced how we want to tell the story of the next Metro game. The reality many of our developers are living through has inspired us to create an even darker narrative—one that resonates deeply with the themes we’ve explored in the series.

Conflict, the struggle for power, and the price of freedom have become part of our daily lives over the past three years, and that’s inevitably shaping the games we make. Metro has always tackled hard-hitting, political, and emotional themes, and you can expect that tradition to continue. We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Dmitry Glukhovsky on this next chapter, as he remains a courageous voice against the war in Ukraine—a stance that has cost him dearly.

Thank You for Your Support

To our incredible community, thank you for your unwavering support, patience, and excitement for what’s to come. We’re grateful to have you by our side, and rest assured, despite the hurdles we face, we will overcome them—just as we always have. Here’s to many more years of Metro!

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