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Review of Metro: Last Light Redux on PS4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Aug 2014
Cover image of Metro: Last Light Redux on PS4
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 26 Aug 2014
Genre: First-person shooter
Developer: 4A Games
Publisher: Deep Silver

Introduction

It's 2034, and if you thought your last house party was a disaster, wait until you see what the residents of the Moscow Metro have to deal with. From mutated monsters to rival factions making life as fun as a spoonful of dry oatmeal, Metro: Last Light Redux throws you right into the thick of it. In this remastered version, we follow the ever-determined Artyom, armed with a suitcase full of weapons and one singular goal: find that cute yet terrifying Dark One and decide whether humanity's future can include a redeeming little creature or if he just needs to go. Let's dive into this beautifully grim world that brings new meaning to the term 'underground party'!

Gameplay

The game gives you the opportunity to sneak past enemies (or obliterate them, no judgment here) while sporting some nifty weapons. It's all about strategy-like a high-stakes game of chess, but if your pieces were armed and melted into goo at the slightest touch. Ammo isn't just for killing, it also serves as currency, so you'll need to make like a true hoarder and scavenge every nook and cranny for bullets, raggedy weapons, and a journal entry or two about how much Artyom misses his pre-apocalyptic IKEA furniture. As a silent protagonist (because who wouldn't want to stay quiet at a nuclear wasteland party?), Artyom's every move is pivotal. The game encourages players to explore more significant areas than Metro 2033, and the multiple routes mean there's more than one way to skin a mutant. Combat is as varied as your choice of snacks at a party-switch between stealthy knife throws or good ol' bullet blasting as you fight against both humans and whatever brain-eating abomination has crawled out of the mist. Remember to keep an eye on your gas mask filters and wipe the junk off-because who wants to breathe in post-apocalyptic dust and ruin their 'cool' vibe? No one. That's who.

Graphics

Graphically, Metro: Last Light Redux is nothing short of stunning. The juxtaposition of dark and dreary tunnels against the irradiated surface creates a mood so thick you could spread it on toast. The detailed environments will make you feel dread creeping up your spine, all while admiring the texture of a wall you'll probably die next to. It's got that fine blend of realism and surrealism that makes you question if maybe you should stay away from the subway for a while in real life. The remastered graphics are crisp, bringing the world of post-apocalyptic Moscow to life with vibrant details-compelling proof that 4A Games has been using the latest fairy magic when developing their games!

Conclusion

Overall, Metro: Last Light Redux is a masterful remaster that not only refines the original while adding critical DLC but also provides players with an opportunity to experience post-apocalyptic horror and beauty on a console. Character-driven narratives, intense combat scenarios, and the relentless atmosphere combine to form something that feels rewarding-but maybe lack a bit of sunshine. Don't let that stop you from diving into this messy, marvelous survivalist adventure; so grab your gas mask, stock up on bullets (and anxiety), and get ready for a ride that'll have you saying 'why would we ever leave the Metro?'. Spooky fun awaits, and trust me, you won't want to miss this underground rave!

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