Developed by 4A Games and published by Deep Silver, Metro 2039 is the next chapter in the franchise, and it’s first official reveal streams live as Xbox First Look on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Metro 2039 marks the fourth mainline entry in the series inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky’s novels, following Metro 2033, Last Light, and Exodus, where fans get a world premiere look at the next post-apocalyptic FPS.
The reveal is billed as a full reveal with a new trailer and possibly gameplay footage, giving you a look at story, setting, and tone ahead of release. With that said, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the Metro 2039 reveal on April 16.
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When is the Metro 2039 reveal?
The Metro 2039 reveal goes live on Thursday, April 16, 2026. You can tune in at any of these times, depending on your region:
- 10am Pacific Time
- 1pm Eastern Time
- 6pm UK (BST)
- 7pm Central European Time (CEST)
- 8pm Eastern European Time (EET)
- 10:30pm IST
- 2am on April 17 Tokyo (JST)
- 4am on April 17, Sydney (AEST)
- 6am on April 17, Auckland (NZST)
Where to watch the Metro 2039 reveal
The easiest way to watch is on YouTube via the official Xbox channel. Here’s how to do it:
- Open YouTube on your browser, phone, or console
- Search for Xbox First Look: METRO 2039 or go directly to youtube.com/Xbox
- Find the premiere video with the title Xbox First Look: METRO 2039 | 4A Games + Deep Silver
- Click on Remind me or subscribe to Xbox’s channel to get a notification when the reveal starts
I have linked the video above to make it easier for you to find and subscribe. Make sure to test your internet connection before the stream so you don’t get stuck buffering during key moments. If possible, switch to 1080p or higher on YouTube for better image quality.
Turn on audio descriptions or subtitles if needed. If you’re on a PC and have multiple screens, like me, you can open the stream in a browser while gaming on another screen.
Can you watch it later if you miss the live show?
Yes, once the premiere ends, the video will stay up on Xbox’s YouTube channel as a normal upload. You can then watch the full reveal, trailer, and any extra footage whenever you feel like.
What to expect from the Metro 2039 reveal
The upcoming game is the next chapter of the Metro series, following Metro Exodus and its expansions. We will see a new story beat, a fresh setting beyond the tunnels, and a look at how 4A Games is pushing forward atmosphere, lighting, and survival-shooter mechanics.
If you’re a fan of the series or into FPS games driven by narratives, this premiere is essentially your first real window into how Metro 2039 plans to balance dread, immersion, and action.
