Microsoft will host a digital-only broadcast this Thursday, April 16, to reveal the latest entry in the Metro video game franchise. The showcase, titled "Xbox First Look: Metro 2039," features the next chapter in the long-running series developed by 4A Games and published by Deep Silver.
Fans can tune in to the premiere at 10 a.m. Pacific time on the official Xbox YouTube channel. The event marks the fourth major installment in the series, which is derived from the novels by author Dmitry Glukhovsky.
Since the release of Metro 2033 in 2010, the franchise has chronicled the struggles of survivors navigating a post-nuclear wasteland in the Moscow subway system. Subsequent titles, including Metro: Last Light and Metro Exodus, cemented the series as a staple for the Xbox platform.
Global accessibility and viewing details
The broadcast will provide extensive localization options to accommodate a global audience. Viewers can enable subtitles in over 25 languages, including Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and various European languages, by selecting the gear icon within the YouTube player.
To ensure inclusivity, Microsoft confirmed that the event will feature both American Sign Language interpretation and English Audio Descriptions. These versions will be hosted on the Xbox YouTube channel alongside the primary stream.
For those unable to watch the broadcast live, the Xbox Wire team plans to publish a comprehensive recap immediately following the event. These summaries will be available in several languages, including Japanese, French, German, and Brazilian Portuguese.
Co-streamers and content creators looking to cover the event should exercise caution regarding copyrighted music. Xbox advised that creators avoid using audio containing licensed tracks in their VOD coverage to prevent interference from automated copyright detection systems. While the company expressed appreciation for co-streaming efforts, they noted that they cannot guarantee a disruption-free experience due to potential technical issues with automated software.
