The New Metro Game is Official, But Will Artyom Be There?
After seven years, the Metro series is officially back, but is there room for Artyom in this new world?
opencritic.comHere’s the latest on Artyom and Metro 2039 based on recent reporting.
- Metro 2039 has been officially announced and is set for a global reveal on April 16, 2026. Multiple outlets confirm the reveal timing and the title, Metro 2039.[1][5]
- The franchise author and insiders have indicated a darker tone for Metro 2039, with discussions suggesting the game may shift focus from Artyom to a new lead or explore a grimmer setting in Moscow circa 2039.[2][7]
- Public speculation and teaser materials imply Artyom’s role in 2039 is not yet confirmed as the main protagonist, though fans remain hopeful about his involvement in some capacity.[3][5][9]
Illustration: A teaser image and early artwork associated with Metro 2039 circulated ahead of the official reveal, fueling discussion about the protagonist’s status and the game’s direction.[5]
If you’d like, I can pull exact quotes from these articles or summarize what the official reveal showed once it’s published. Also, tell me if you want a quick timeline of announcements and rumored details.
Citations: The official reveal timing and title are reported by multiple outlets, Glukhovsky’s statements about tone are covered here, and speculation about Artyom’s role is discussed in these pieces.[7][9][1][2][3][5]