at Sony’s State of Play Showcase, Vertigo Games, in collaboration with Deep Silver, unveiled Metro Awakening! Discover an all-new immersive, scripted VR adventure debuting later this year on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest 2 and 3, and PC VR. A prequel to Dmitry Glukhovsky’s Metro series, Metro Awakening will plunge players into a ruthless post-apocalyptic world where immersive exploration, narration, storytelling and stealth combat – the series’ signature elements – come together.
” This origins story is essential for me,” says Dmitry Glukhovsky. ” I feel like I’m going back to the foundations and roots of the series, but now with what VR can bring… “.
A journey to the heart of Metro
Metro Awakening stays true to the series’ signature narrative, with a brand-new stand-alone story and original concept written by Dmitry Glukhovsky, serving as a prequel to the acclaimed Metro 2033. You play as Serdar, a doctor searching for his wife, traversing mutant-infested tunnels in the heart of post-apocalyptic Moscow. You’ll navigate a complex scenario, testing your beliefs and challenging you to accept the person you’re destined to become.
Dmitry Glukhovsky was also consulted on the overall story and universe.
Intense immersion in VR
True to its heritage, Metro Awakening immerses players in a first-person adventure, blending survival and stealth, all enhanced by cutting-edge VR technology. Armed with Metro’s most emblematic survival gear, set out to discover the depths of the underground world! You may feel panic as you search for filters for your gas mask, feel the full weight of your headlamp in the dark, and embrace the intensity of every battle.
Development of the next instalment in the Metro series continues separately at 4A Games. The latest information is available here: https: //www.4a-games.com.mt/4a-dna/studio-update-exodus-sdk.
You can now add Metro Awakening to your wish list on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and Steam VR. To find out more, visit MetaAwakening.com.
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