The formation of Reburn, a studio comprised of former 4A Games Ukraine developers (creators of the acclaimed Metro series), prompted 4A Games to reaffirm their unwavering commitment to the Metro franchise. This reassurance followed Reburn's announcement of their debut project, La Quimera, which naturally raised questions about the future of Metro.
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In an official statement, 4A Games clarified their relationship with Reburn, offering congratulations on La Quimera while simultaneously emphasizing their continued dedication to the Metro series. The statement boldly 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 next Metro sequel, 4A Games subtly hinted at the development of a completely new intellectual property (IP), although details remain scarce. They proudly highlighted their Ukrainian heritage and diverse, multicultural team, noting that a significant portion of their over 200 employees—approximately 150—remain based in Kyiv, with additional teams in Sliema, Malta, and remote locations.
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 standalone 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, particularly given the limited updates. While spin-offs and enhanced editions like the Enhanced Edition have kept the community engaged, the desire for the next chapter in Dmitry Glukhovsky's dystopian world remains strong. Supported 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. It now appears that this long wait may finally be drawing to a close.
