Even though there are different levels of intensity that you can choose from in the game, it can be quite tough on new players. So, we have come up with top tips to make sure you are ready for your journey through the metro!

Hidden morale system

Morality inside videogames can be quite pesky, especially when it’s hidden like in Metro Exodus. With different endings to the game, to get the good one you will have to be good throughout the game. This includes lowering your weapons when you’re speaking to nonarmed people, not killing every single armed person – because sometimes they aren’t aggressive, and helping random people.

For example, at the start of the game, there will be a mission given to you by a child to retrieve a teddy berry that a monster stole from them. Quick and meaningless things like that boost your karma points and lead you to a better ending. Assuming that’s what you want of course.

Sometimes, it is best to run

The world outside of the metro is filled with monsters, dangerous monsters. Moreover, monsters that don’t give you any rewards. In games like Witcher 3, whenever you kill someone – they drop loot. However, that isn’t the case in Metro Exodus. So, we suggest that you avoid unnecessary combat that will strip you of your resources.

In Metro Exodus being stealthy is your best friend

As we mentioned before, unnecessary combat is a no-no. The best way to avoid it is to sneak around and try to not make any noise. Even though that is useful in the wild, the bandit camps can be more tricky. So, we would suggest that you explore such places during nighttime and remember – You can always throw tin cans to distract them.

Throwable knives

Knives are a super useful tool in Metro Exodus and we want to make sure that you get the best out of them. In order to aim exactly where you want your knife to hit, we suggest that you use the laser sight on your weapon first and then throw the knife. This tactic is guaranteed to provide you with clean deadly shots.

Journal and guns in Metro Exodus

Whenever you lose track of what you were meant to do, you can always flip over your map and there you will find a journal. That journal will give you hints in hopes of helping you finish your mission. Also, you can attach a compass to your wrist or map on a workbench.

Speaking of workbenches, one thing you will have to return to them often for is cleaning your weapons. Weapons in Metro Exodus can get dirty very fast and that lowers their damage. To make sure you are ready for combat, cleaning them often is a must. Same with repairing your mask.

Make sure to explore the world

In order to play the game successfully, you will need a lot of crafting supplies. Where to find them you may ask? Well, just about anywhere. So, make sure to explore the world. This is a given for any open-world game, but it is often overlooked in Metro Exodus since it’s the first part in the franchise that has the open-world element.

Closing thoughts

This should make you set to embark on your journey through Metro Exodus. Keep in mind the tips are pretty vague, but the game wouldn’t be fun if we gave everything away! There needs to be a certain intensity to any game in order for it to be interesting. We wish you luck through your Metro playthrough!

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Metro Exodus and other Metros

Metro is a franchise that has made a name for itself in the gaming industry. With Metro Exodus, they went a step further. For the majority of the time, the characters in Exodus venture out on the surface which makes it quite different from the other games in the franchise. You’d expect them to be in the metro if the game is called that, right? With this installment, 4A Games made it sort of an open-world game. Naturally, a lot of fans were worried about this change but it turned out there was no need for fear. Metro Exodus kept the original feel of the games and the suspense with the added element of open-world gameplay.

Story of Metro Exodus

Once again, you play as Artyom. Artyom is a hopeful soldier that believes the world wasn’t entirely destroyed during the nuclear war and that people are still out there. During his expedition with his girlfriend Anna, they find a working train on the surface. However, shortly after, they are captured by Hansa soldiers that shoot Artyom and leave him to die. But, Artyom doesn’t die! He returns to the base and talks with the major about their new discovery. The major explains why they kept this secret from the Metro people and they embark on a journey to find other communities.

What all Metro games manage to nail just right is the environmental storytelling. From snowy plains and nuclear wastelands, as you travel with the Aurora train, to cramped small places riddled with big monstrous mutants, the environment invokes different feelings throughout the gameplay. Even though there are big shootouts that you expect in a first-person shooter, there are also quiet moments with cute interactions between the characters. All in all, the story in Metro, as always, is incredibly well done.

The gameplay

This game, out of all the Metro parts, reminded me the most of Stalker. The open-world parts in Metro Exodus aren’t compulsory but they add a bit of charm. Usually, what happens is that you get some sort of intel where you might find random stuff and you just explore the place. The gameplay is very much still linear but exploring can be really useful to it.

Artyom now has a backpack that you can craft things on whenever and wherever you are. Along with that, during your exploration, you can find many craft items and upgrades that will improve your gameplay severely.

Small problems

The Metro franchise doesn’t have the highest budget so it’s natural for it to have some problems regarding bugs. However, none of them are game-breaking, and it’s unlikely you’ll be that annoyed by them. On the other hand, what may annoy you the most is the zombie-like creatures that roam around the world. They aren’t hard to kill and become unbearably boring after just a few hours.

Why does Russia want to arrest the author of the novel?

The famous Russian author and journalist, Dmitry Glukhovsky, is most famous for his apocalyptic novel – Metro 2033. He also assisted in the process of the game development for all Metro games. Recently, it’s been made clear that the Russian government isn’t too fond of him because of his views on the Russian – Ukrainian conflict.

When the war broke out, Dmitry took it to social media to condemn the Russian invasion calling it “unfair, unjust, predatory,” However, later on, he also said that he is federally wanted for sharing ‘’false’’ information about the Russian army actions. Thankfully, he is currently not residing in Russia and other authors have joined his stance including Sorokin and Ulitskaya.

It is important to note that the game development company behind Metro Exodus is based in Ukraine. Dmitry worked closely with 4A Games for years. It was first established in Kyiv but, because of the recent events, they have continued their work outside of Ukraine. Since then, they have publicly condemned Russia together with other companies such as Bungie and CD Projekt Red.

Closing thoughts

Metro Exodus is definitely worth playing. It brings to the player a unique experience riddled with action that we are used to from the franchise. Along with that, it also looks and sounds wonderful and who doesn’t like that?

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