The formation of Reburn, a studio comprised of former 4A Games Ukraine employees (creators of the acclaimed Metro series), has prompted 4A Games to reaffirm its unwavering commitment to the Metro franchise. This clarification follows Reburn's announcement of their debut project, La Quimera, which sparked speculation about the future of Metro.
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In an official statement, 4A Games clarified its relationship with Reburn, offering congratulations on La Quimera while simultaneously emphasizing its continued dedication to the Metro series. The statement reads: “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 hinted at development on a completely new intellectual property (IP), although details remain confidential. The studio highlighted its pride in its Ukrainian heritage and diverse team, noting that a significant portion of its workforce—approximately 150 of over 200 employees—remains based in Kyiv, with additional operations in Sliema, Malta, and remote teams.
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, fueled by limited updates. While spin-offs and enhanced editions like the Enhanced Edition have kept the franchise active, many eagerly await the next chapter in Dmitry Glukhovsky’s post-apocalyptic world. 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 soon be over.
