Experience one of the finest storydriven shooters of all time. I will probably also read metro 2034 or something else by dmitry glukhovsky at some point as well. Excellent story and atmosphere, just like the game, which i only played halfway but will go back after i finish reading 2033. Jun 09, 2011 metro 2033 is a book that constantly has you thinking that things will start getting exciting just over the next page but it never really does. If it is artyoms philosophising, and the predictions about the future, that he enjoyed, then i would recommend the sacred book of the werewolf by viktor pelevin very near future, with fantastic elements or day of the oprichnik by vladimir sorokin. Any movie recommendations to someone who played metro 2033 and read all the books. I wanted to like this book and it showed early promise by building a dark and. The novels that inspired the bestselling games ebook. It is set within the moscow metro, where the last survivors hide after a global nuclear holocaust. Not many authors understand pacing, atmosphere, and worldbuildingbut these things in metro 2033 are unparalleled. The original creator of metro series, dmitry glukhovsky, already confirmed it was in preproduction. Metro 2033 is a 2002 postapocalyptic fiction novel by russian author dmitry.
Continuarea bestsellerului metro 2033 razboaiele istoriei incetasera sa mai teasa. Last light are being remastered for rerelease, which is a funny thing. Metro 2033 author thinks the witcher creator is an old. Jan 01, 2019 excellent story and atmosphere, just like the game, which i only played halfway but will go back after i finish reading 2033.
Oct 25, 2018 two of the biggest video game properties based on fictional novels are the witcher and metro 2033. Mar 08, 2017 this page contains a list of cheats, codes, easter eggs, tips, and other secrets for metro 2033 for pc. Since the game metro 2033 is another game based off the. Russians, slavs in general, are morewell morose isnt quite the right word. Read metro 2033 the novels that inspired the bestselling games by dmitry glukhovsky available from rakuten kobo. I only read metro 2033 but i want to look into 2034 before last light launches and now that i read about these other metro universe books might aswell read some. This book is very well written, tooas russian authors are usually known for their rich, descriptive storytelling. About as much realistic as most of the postapocalyptic books, films, and games. If i recall though, the book is free online and you could find it. If i had to pick one word to describe metro 2033, it would be immersive. The story follows a man named artyom, who is a resident of the moscow metro system.
Metro 2033 is a survival horror firstperson shooter video game, based on the novel metro 2033 by russian author dmitry glukhovsky. The basis of three bestselling computer games metro 2033 and metro last light, and metro. In 20 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the earths surface into a. The novel metro 2033 is a cult postapocalyptic dystopia. Metro 2035 is the direct sequel to metro 2033 set after metro 2034, initially it was going to be a novelisation of the video game metro. Its a cult soviet novel which was translated to english several times. I bought metro 2033 book some time ago and i finished it last week. A year after the events of metro 2033, the last few survivors of the apocalypse, surrounded by mutants and monsters, face a terrifying new danger as they hang on for survival in the tunnels of the moscow metro. Fans of the original game will find the unique world of metro transformed with incredible lighting, physics and dynamic weather effects.
Na mrocznych stacjach, rozswietlanych swiatlami awaryjnymi i blaskiem ognisk, ludzie ci probuja wiesc zycie zblizone do. For metro 2033 on the xbox 360, a gamefaqs message board topic titled books similar to metro 2033 or in a postapocalyptic setting. Metro 2033 is a postapocalyptic firstpersonshooter, set in the underground community built in the ruins of a russian municipal train system, based on the bestselling novel by dmitry glukhovsky. Steams offering each redux for halfprice if you own the original game. Newcomers will experience an epic postapocalyptic adventure combining thrilling survival horror, combat and stealth, while fans will discover the unique world of metro transformed with incredible next generation fidelity. Some of the editingtranslating got a little sloppy towards the end, but nothing to ruin the book. This isnt exactly news as he released a statement about it. No more metro books but that doesnt mean the story cant continue.
Sequels followed and, in 2010, a video game adaptation of the book. If you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through. Metro 2033 by dmitry glukhovsky, 9780575086258, available at book. The metro 2033 books are a perfect way to flesh out the metro games.
In 20 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the earths surface into a poisonous wasteland. Metro 2033 despite his newly acquired firmness and resolve, artyoms heart throbbed unpleasantly when bonsai shook his hand, wishing him success. Im dmitry glukhovsky, the author of metro 2033, base of the metro. Metro 2033 by dmitry glukhovsky is an interesting and creative look into a world devastated by nuclear fire. Books similar to metro 2033 or in a postapocalyptic. Metro 2033 ebook by dmitry glukhovsky 9780575086265. The metro 2033 books are a perfect way to flesh out the metro games universe and actually see what the whole series was based on in its original, unadulterated, literary form. Other similarish books ive read and enjoyed are fahrenheit 451, the giver, and the hunger games series. The novels that inspired the bestselling games ebook written by dmitry glukhovsky.
Nov 09, 2019 that led to a book deal and, when it was published in 2005, metro 2033 became a success, with more than 5 million copies sold. Metro 2033 redux is the definitive version of the cult classic metro 2033, rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4a engine for next gen. I dont really read many books but this one was very entertaining. If you like dmitry glukhovsky books, youll love richard matheson. Andrei tarkovskys movie stalker and video games series of the same name were loosely based on it it has nothing to do with chernobyl though, was written 15 years. Its creepy as hell, its amazingly paced, and the atmosphere of the moscow metro is oppressive and suffocating. If however, your brother enjoyed metro 2033 primarily as an adventure story, then i could suggest s. If you like metro 2033 you might like similar books metro 2034, metro 2035, futu.
Its like a modern stalker, and theres a sequel coming next year. Metro 2033 author thinks the witcher creator is an old fool. Metro 2033 shoes, metro high tops, metro sneakers, look like converse, womens mens kids hi tops, clothing popshoeslt 4. Actually, i may be a little biased, since i know the author, but i do think it is.
Metro 2033 is ok, but id like to recommend another book. I listen to audio books so i found a recording of the book. This is the story of metro exodus, but with more people joining the spartans on their quest from moscow, including but not limited to khan, pavel and the still breathing cast of 2034. Universe of metro 2033 book series metro wiki fandom. Apr 22, 20 just picked up some books while on vacation, and among them was the excellent metro 2033 which the game is based off of. And we coincide in our perception of what a decent apocalypse should look like. Since the game metro 2033 is another game based off the books. Two of the biggest video game properties based on fictional novels are the witcher and metro 2033. The story in last light is going to be very different from the book i believe he said. He does not appear in metro 2034, which features a different man.
Please see artyom disambiguation for other meanings. Metro 2033 author on books 10year long journey to the. Set in the shattered subway of a post apocalyptic moscow, metro 2033 is a story of intensive underground survival where the fate of mankind rests in your hands. Now i decided to try out the game, and a lot of people told me that the differences plot and stuff is very different from the book. Metro 2033 looking for books similar to metro 2033. Im generally not one to read as most books dont hold my attention im very handson, so it takes some work to be gripped by a story, but when i do find one that can get me i generally cant put it down and thoroughly enjoy the read. My brother was a huge fan of this book, would like to find him something similar for his birthday. Just picked up some books while on vacation, and among them was the excellent metro 2033 which the game is based off of. Books similar to metro 2033 or in a postapocalyptic setting. There is a twist in the tale but this literally happens in the last few pages by which time the end of the books feels like a bit of a.
This page contains a list of cheats, codes, easter eggs, tips, and other secrets for metro 2033 for pc. There is a twist in the tale but this literally happens in the last few pages by which time the end of the books feels like a bit of a mercy. However, all publications from the series are supported by dmitry glukhovsky and advertised on the official metro 2033 website. It really brings the place alive and makes it feel like the metro itself is a. Southern comfort, which is set mainly in afghanistan, after kabul has been obliterated by nuclear bombs.
Maxim slapped him on the shoulder in a friendly way, and bearded uncle fyodor thrust him a halfdrunk bottle of his potion, not knowing what else to give him. I cant wait for the other books to come out in english. In 20 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the earths surface into a poisonous. The metro books have put dmitry glukhovsky in the vanguard of russian speculative fiction alongside the creator of night watch, sergei lukyanenko.
The newly released novel, metro 2035, brings together the plotlines of the books. It is translated into 35 languages, inspired two major video games, and. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read metro 2033. If youve discovered a cheat youd like to add to the page, or have a correction, please. That led to a book deal and, when it was published in 2005, metro 2033 became a success, with more than 5 million copies sold. May 24, 2019 the metro 2033 books are a perfect way to flesh out the metro games universe and actually see what the whole series was based on in its original, unadulterated, literary form. Ive finished metro 2033 like 5 times including in ranger hardcore difficulty and i simply want more of it. Metro 2033 was developed by 4a games in ukraine, and was released on microsoft windows and xbox 360 in march 2010. I enjoyed metro 2033 quite a lot but ive decided not to read metro 2034 and 2035 as many have found them disappointing. Metro 2033 looking for books similar to metro 2033 showing. Just wanted to talk about it as last light is about to be released. Metro 2033 is the greatest novel written in the postapocalyptic genre.
Strong and viable mutants dont emerge from a radiation in several years. Ok, then its just that the other apocalyptic dystopian novels that i can think of, have a much higher sexandbadlanguage quotient. It has been followed by two sequels, metro 2034 and metro 2035, and spawned the vast metro media franchise. I only read metro 2033 but i want to look into 2034 before last light launches and now that i read about these other metrouniverse books might aswell read some. As a journalist, dmitry glukhovsky has worked for euronews, rt, among others. The basis of three bestselling computer games metro 2033 and metro last. Actually, i may be a little biased, since i know the author, but i do think it is one of the better modern apocalyptic. This isnt exactly news as he released a statement about it months ago.
Metro 2033 is a book that constantly has you thinking that things will start getting exciting just over the next page but it never really does. This isnt exactly news as he released a statement about it months ago and buzz has already been around the metro forums. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Formally a scifi novel, metro 2033 is in fact a dystopia, in which russias presentday society is meticulously analysed and described. If you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller support. Metro 2033 looking for books similar to metro 2033 showing 117. Wild hunt is one of the best games ever made, and theres a new netflix series. The books english edition was published as a tiein with its video game. After playing the games, i recently started reading metro 2033 and was blown away by how much it gripped me. The books were turned into metro 2033 and metro last light video games.
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