Metro Awakening made waves during the recent State of Play, unveiling a fresh trailer that highlights the immersive stealth VR experience coming to PSVR2, Meta Quest, and Steam VR on November 7. As the newest addition to the post-apocalyptic franchise, which encompasses games, books, and more, Metro Awakening is set to captivate audiences.
If you're eager to delve deeper into the Metro universe before Awakening's launch, consider exploring the literary works that inspired the game series. Written by Dmitry Glukhovsky, the series kicks off with the substantial Metro 2033, a tome of over 450 pages that offers an in-depth look at Artyom's life and the post-apocalyptic Moscow. With humanity surviving underground, Artyom embarks on a perilous journey through the tunnels to alert the community about a looming threat.
The narrative continues in Metro 2034, while the trilogy concludes with 2035. These novels serve as perfect complements to the video games, providing extensive insights into the world of Awakening and enriching the backgrounds of its characters. For a different experience, check out the Metro 2034: Illustrated Edition or the graphic novel.
In addition to the books, there are several Audible-exclusive audiobooks available. The most cost-effective way to acquire these is by signing up for Audible, which offers a credit that can be used to select one of the audiobooks. Additional credits can be purchased for $15 each, significantly cheaper than buying the audiobooks outright, which cost over $20 each.
For more tales by Dmitry Glukhovsky, consider Crime and Punishment: Read By Robots for $19 and Future for $25. The former offers a unique take on Fyodor Dostoevsky's classic, while the latter delves into a utopian society where death no longer exists. To prepare for Awakening, the Metro Redux Bundle is currently on sale for just $2.39 (originally $30), providing Steam keys for Metro 2033 Redux and Metro: Last Light Redux. This bundle is highly recommended for those yet to experience these acclaimed games, though they can also be purchased individually.
