In 2013 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the Earth’s surface into a poisonous wasteland. A handful of survivors took refuge in the depths of the Moscow underground, and human civilization entered a new Dark Age. The year is 2033.
Guides
Metro 2033 Redux – How to Skip Intro (Easiest Way, No Downloads)
Easiest way of skipping the legal intro in the beginning of the game, without any downloads. Guide to Skip Intro Tutorial