
In fact, this makes the game extra fun if you are a Metro veteran, because every time you notice something out of the ordinary you investigate it and it usually leads you to a bonus… or an incredibly hard enemy encounter. Metro: Last Light's levels are more carefully structured than 2033's, giving AI-controlled Nazis and Communists room to spread out and flank, whereas a few too many of Metro 2033's levels squeeze. It’s still the same story, and much of the same map design, but around every corner you will find secrets and new routes that just weren’t there before. I played the original a little bit before trying the remake, just to make graphical comparisons, but honestly the game has changed in so many more incredibly profound ways. The best way to experience Metro 2033 Redux, is after playing the original.

You also get access to all the DLC weapons from Last Light which, honestly, can make you feel like kind of a powerhouse at times, but does add a bit of variety to the game.
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Whether played in docked or undocked mode, the game is a visual delight on the portable home console.
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While the two games run at 60 frames per second on the PS4 and Xbox One, the Switch version runs at a steady 30 frames per second. Similarly weapon customization from Last Light is also back ported, and this makes a bigger difference in Spartan mode. When compared to the PS4 or Xbox One version of Metro Redux, the Nintendo Switch release falls short in some areas. Stealth takedowns also are ported back from Last Light to the original, which are a boon to survival mode. Rather than use a health bar, blood splatters on the screen indicate how much damage is being inflicted on Artyom, and his gas mask will fog up in radioactive zones, hinting Artyom as to how long until a new filter is required. Having tried the game a few weeks ago on Xbox Game Pass, I knew. Metro 2033 uses a very limited heads up display ( HUD) element to keep to a more 'realistic' and 'immersive' experience. No, Metro 2033 Redux looks and feels as dark as ever before and for those unaware, that is high praise. It artificially makes it harder to see your surroundings, whereas the original had the same effect but only due to graphical limitations. Metro 2033 Redux is a critically acclaimed title from a few years ago and yes, it proves once again that bringing games to Switch does not mean you need to sacrifice on quality. This actually feels like a bit of a tradeoff for the better graphics and enhanced lighting system. For example, you can now wipe your mask clean as it get splattered with the blood of your enemies and the muck of the underground.


Blood, Intense Violence, Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs and AlcoholĪ lot of the gameplay from Metro: Last Light is included in Metro 2033 Redux.
