Yes, Metro Exodus definitively happens after Metro: Last Light. The events of Metro Exodus are set one year following the conclusion of Metro: Last Light.
The Chronological Order of Metro Games
Metro Exodus is a direct sequel and continues the narrative arc established in its predecessors. While Metro 2033 introduced the world and its characters, Metro: Last Light expanded upon them, with Metro Exodus then propelling the story forward into a much larger, surface-based journey.
Here's a quick overview of the main game chronology:
| Game Title | Primary Setting Year | Relationship to Previous Game |
|---|---|---|
| Metro 2033 | 2033 | Initial Story |
| Metro: Last Light | 2034 | One year after Metro 2033 |
| Metro Exodus | 2035 | One year after Metro: Last Light |
Story Progression and Setting
Metro: Last Light concludes in 2034, wrapping up specific storylines within the Moscow Metro. Metro Exodus picks up in 2035, shifting the primary setting from the claustrophobic tunnels of the Moscow Metro to the vast, dangerous expanse of post-apocalyptic Russia's surface. This transition allows protagonist Artyom and his Spartan Order companions to seek a new, safer life beyond the underground, directly building on the desire for a future hinted at in previous installments. The game explores new environments and challenges that arise from their journey across the continent, making it a logical and significant progression in the series' overarching narrative.
This continuation means that players who have experienced Metro: Last Light will find their understanding of the characters, their motivations, and the state of the world enhanced when playing Metro Exodus. The themes of hope, survival, and the search for a better future are central to Metro Exodus, evolving from the groundwork laid by Metro: Last Light.
