Been awhile since I played this game and it was a real fun experience to replay it. In my opinion it is an overall improvement over Metro 2033 gameplay wise but the first Metro game still feels more unique.
It is a direct sequel to the first Metro game and it builds further on the bad ending of the first game. I love how they utilized the factions a lot more in this game. The metro stations once again feel very unique and the levels as well. This is something I don't get with a lot of other games, the way this series pulls you into it's world and enhances the immersion factor so much. Every place is filled with unique elements and every place has it's own story.
Another good thing is how they made stealth a much more viable option but a downside to this is that it's way too easy to sneak by enemies and the enemy AI is really poor when it comes down to stealth. When you shoot your way trough a level the AI works a lot better, eg. soldiers put on suppressive fire while the armored enemies keep pushing you. Another downside for me is moments where you have to stay put whilst you wait for something/someone and meanwhile you're getting pushed by waves of mutants. This is especially frustrating on ranger hardcore where supplies are limited.
But I still had a lot of fun going through this again and it remains one of my favorite franchises!
Personal Playtime: 21h
Personal Rating: 8/10
Platinum Experience: 8/10
It is a direct sequel to the first Metro game and it builds further on the bad ending of the first game. I love how they utilized the factions a lot more in this game. The metro stations once again feel very unique and the levels as well. This is something I don't get with a lot of other games, the way this series pulls you into it's world and enhances the immersion factor so much. Every place is filled with unique elements and every place has it's own story.
Another good thing is how they made stealth a much more viable option but a downside to this is that it's way too easy to sneak by enemies and the enemy AI is really poor when it comes down to stealth. When you shoot your way trough a level the AI works a lot better, eg. soldiers put on suppressive fire while the armored enemies keep pushing you. Another downside for me is moments where you have to stay put whilst you wait for something/someone and meanwhile you're getting pushed by waves of mutants. This is especially frustrating on ranger hardcore where supplies are limited.
But I still had a lot of fun going through this again and it remains one of my favorite franchises!
Personal Playtime: 21h
Personal Rating: 8/10
Platinum Experience: 8/10