Metro: Exodus Review

As a series, the Metro games are unique and ambitious but never seem to stick the landing. This is definitely the case for Metro: Exodus, which manages to be completely engrossing yet somehow a total slog to play through at the same time.

That may sound harsh, but every time I found myself immersed in the world of Metro: Exodus, the game would throw something my way to make me roll my eyes and sigh in frustration. However, it’s only fair to acknowledge that it does have some highlights.

Atmosphere

Metro: Exodus has many remarkable features. The game’s most exceptional achievement is atmosphere. Between the visuals, sound design and even minor gameplay elements, everything exists to serve the haunting ambience.

The game immerses players with ease thanks to desolate, highly detailed environments. Exploring the world feels lonely and uneasy, even in broad daylight. The graphics look a little dated on consoles, but the detail is hard to ignore. The level design alternates between linear and open-world, which keeps things refreshing.