A new entry in the Metro franchise is headed for an official announcement, with Microsoft planning to unveil the project during a showcase scheduled for April 16, according to leaker NateTheHate, whose track record includes accurately predicting Nintendo Direct dates.
The upcoming game, reportedly titled Metro 2039, will mark the first mainline installment in the series since Metro Exodus launched in 2019. Details about the nature of Microsoft's presentation remain scarce, leaving questions about whether the event will focus exclusively on the new Metro title or encompass broader Xbox first-party announcements.
Developer 4A Games has previously indicated work was underway on a new Metro project, so the announcement comes as little surprise to franchise observers. What is new is substantial gameplay footage that surfaced over the weekend, providing an early look at the game ahead of any official reveal.
The Metro series, based on Dmitry Glukhovsky's Russian post-apocalyptic novels, has built a dedicated following through its atmospheric survival-horror gameplay. The franchise currently includes Metro 2033, Metro: Last Light, and Metro Exodus, along with the 2024 VR experience Metro Awakening.
Metro Exodus, the last mainline entry, delivered a critical reception of 8.5/10, with reviewers praising its ability to bring the franchise's signature tension to surface-level exploration without sacrificing the series' core appeal. The six-year gap since that release has left fans waiting for news on what comes next.
Separately, there are unconfirmed reports that Sony plans to hold a State of Play showcase sometime this week, though no official announcement has been made regarding timing or content.
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