GamesRadar — 4.5/5

“Indeed, subtlety is what makes Metro 2033 and Last Light such exceptionally immersive games. They nail the core tenets of a shooter, then force you to react to enemies in ways outside of simply taking cover. They plop you in a post-apocalyptic world, then fill it with tons of minor but substantial details, like the shadows of once-living people now permanently nuked into stone walls. They strip you of hope, only to dangle a tiny sliver of it ahead of you like a carrot on a stick. And once the credits roll, long after you’ve lost track of body counts and the volume of set-piece explosions, it’s the subtle things–like the mother explaining to her child that people used to live in houses instead of cement tunnels–that will stick with you the most.” [Full review]

Official Xbox Magazine — 9/10

“A comprehensive rebuttal of the notion that next-gen remakes are only created for publishers to make a quick buck, this is a superbly polished update to two great games. Smart design tweaks and excellent visual advancements mean that life in the metro has seemed more attractive.” [Full review]

CVG — 8/10

“Redux doesn’t stop at visual improvements. The people and creatures that inhabit Metro 2033’s dark tunnels and stations now benefit from improved AI routines and better animations (though, it has to be said, Last Light’s animations remain superior). This means the on/off stealth that plagued the first game–where everyone would instantly know where you were the second someone noticed you–has been replaced with Last Light’s more granular system wherein you can find cover again should you be spotted, and even silence the person who saw you if you’re quick enough. It’s a much better fit for 2033’s stealth-heavy, survival-focused campaign and improves the game immeasurably.” [Full review]

Gaming Nexus — 9.5/10

“Metro Redux is the perfect entry point for series newcomers as it combines two of the best shooters in recent times in a remastered collection. In addition, series fans are in for a huge treat with the remastered Metro 2033 and Last Light games for replaying their favorite moments with improved gameplay and visuals. Metro Redux is far more than a high definition update, it’s a truly remastered and definitive experience.” [Full review]

Hardcore Gamer — 4/5

“If you already own Metro 2033 and Last Light, Metro Redux is a hard sell. The improvements, while admirable, don’t make enough of a difference to be worth another $50 purchase. These are still the same creepy, atmospheric games from the past, just with some polish on the scratches. But if you haven’t played either of the Metro games, Metro Redux is the version to get.” [Full review]

Chris Pereira is a freelance writer for GameSpot, and you can follow him on Twitter @TheSmokingManX
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