Metro 2039 has officially been announced, with Microsoft confirming a full reveal during a dedicatedXbox First Lookbroadcast scheduled for April 16. The event marks the first major look at the next entry in one of gaming’s most atmospheric post apocalyptic shooter franchises.
The showcase will stream as a YouTube Premiere at 1 PM ET on April 16th, giving fans a world premiere look at the fourth mainline Metro game developed by 4A Games and published by Deep Silver.
When and where to watch
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Xbox First Look: Metro 2039 |
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April 16, 2026 |
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1 PM ET / 10 AM PT |
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YouTube Premiere |
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Subtitles in multiple languages, ASL and audio description support |
The event is positioned as a focused deep dive rather than a multi-game showcase, signaling a more intimate reveal format from Xbox moving forward.
What Metro 2039 is about
Set after the events of Metro Exodus, Metro 2039 continues the story of humanity surviving after nuclear devastation, primarily within the tunnels of Moscow’s metro system and the hostile world above.
Players can expect the series’ signature mix of:
- Immersive first person shooter gameplay
- Survival mechanics tied to scarce resources
- Stealth driven encounters against humans and mutants
- A dark narrative inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky’s novels
While official gameplay details remain under wraps, early reports suggest the reveal could include story elements, setting details, and possibly gameplay footage.