Amidst the recent emergence of Reburn, a studio founded by former members of 4A Games Ukraine (creators of the acclaimed Metro series), 4A Games has issued a reassuring statement to fans, confirming their continued commitment to the Metro franchise. This clarification follows Reburn's announcement of their debut project, La Quimera, which understandably sparked questions about the future of Metro.
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In an official statement, 4A Games addressed any confusion surrounding their relationship with Reburn, offering congratulations on La Quimera while simultaneously emphasizing their unwavering focus on the Metro series. The statement declared: “We remain the team responsible for bringing you the beloved Metro games. Our efforts toward the next Metro installment continue in partnership with Dmitry Glukhovsky, guided by the same visionaries and talent that have shaped the series since its inception.”
Beyond the upcoming Metro sequel, 4A Games subtly hinted at progress on a completely new intellectual property (IP), though details remain scarce. They highlighted their pride in their Ukrainian heritage and diverse, multicultural team, noting that a significant portion of their staff—approximately 150 out of over 200—remain based in Kyiv, with additional satellite studios in Sliema, Malta, and remote employees.
Regarding the organizational separation, 4A Games explained: “Following the completion of Metro Exodus and its DLC, we collaborated closely with our partners at 4A Games Ukraine through outsourcing. Post-Exodus, we founded 4A Games Limited in Kyiv, absorbing roughly 50 more colleagues to sustain our momentum. Simultaneously, 4A Games Ukraine embarked on their independent journey with La Quimera, eventually rebranding as Reburn.”
Since the launch of Metro Exodus in early 2019, fan anticipation for a new entry in the series has steadily grown, fueled by limited updates. While spin-offs and enhanced editions like the Enhanced Edition have kept the community engaged, many eagerly await the next chapter in Dmitry Glukhovsky's post-apocalyptic world. Backed by Embracer Group (formerly THQ Nordic), the studio initially teased a new Metro title in 2019, promising a release within a vague "202X" timeframe before becoming quiet. Now, it appears that wait may finally be drawing to a close.
