Metro 2033's "Cursed" Mission: A Comprehensive Guide
Despite its age, Metro 2033 remains a fan favorite, enjoying renewed popularity thanks to Metro Awakening. This guide focuses on the challenging "Cursed" mission, often confusing for players due to unclear objectives and the station's layout. This mission begins after the railcar journey from the previous mission.
Locating the Bomb
After exiting the railcar, follow Khan to the defenders near the barricaded escalators. They'll explain that a missing explosives crew was tasked with collapsing the tunnel to stop the nosalises. Your task: find and detonate the bomb. Expect constant nosalis attacks; retreat to the defenders for support if overwhelmed. The bomb is located at the far end of the right-hand tunnel. Avoid the ghostly shadows; they'll damage you. Once you have the bomb, either proceed to the adjacent tunnel or retreat if necessary.
Destroying the Tunnel
To detonate the bomb, enter the left-hand tunnel (from the defenders' perspective). A cutscene will trigger; Artyom automatically plants and lights the fuse. Escape immediately; the blast is lethal. Alternatively, a grenade or pipe bomb in the same area will also collapse the tunnel. Note: nosalises will still infiltrate through other routes.
Destroying the Airlock
The mission isn't over yet! The defenders mentioned an airlock. To find it, use the stairs on the right to the torchlit area. Ignore the nosalises. Interact with the support columns to place and detonate a pipe bomb. Evacuate quickly! With both entrances sealed, proceed with Khan to the shrine room and the next mission, "Armory."
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