When it comes to 4A Games Metro franchise, the Ukrainian developer continues to prop up its IP for more releases. In 2020, the firm spoke on a multiplayer project in the works with even an entirely new IP on the way. Additionally, the developer later in 2023 informed that the next release is already underway with plans to release in 2024,

By January that following year, reports went out indicating that Metro will be arriving to virtual reality. That same month, it was announced that Metro Awakening VR is on the way. Showcased for PlayStation VR 2, it was also listed for Meta Quest 2 & 3 alongside Steam VR. However, a release date was not provided at the time.

From the most recent State of Play. Vertigo Games revealed Metro Awakening VR is coming November this year. You can watch the new trailer in the video below:

“Crafted by series creator Dmitry Glukhovsky, this standalone prequel to Metro 2033 follows Serdar, a doctor braving the treacherous tunnels in search of his missing wife. As his sanity is pushed to the limit, Serdar confronts the edge between life and death, ultimately awakening as Khan, the legendary mystic figure whose wisdom and understanding of the tunnels’ supernatural forces will echo through time, becoming the spiritual guide shaping the fate of those who dwell in the Metro depths,” the synopsis reads.

“he Metro franchise isn’t just about survival; it’s also about the powerful stories that emerge from its world. By collaborating with Dmitry, we’ve created something truly special—a deeply personal narrative that will resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers,” Vertigo Games creative director & game director Martin de Ronde added.

How excited are you for Metro Awakening VR?

Metro Awakening VR launches November 7, 2024 for PlayStation VR 2, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Steam VR.

Source: Vertigo Games