Cursed Station Guide: Unveil Metro 2033's Hidden Secrets

Metro 2033's "Cursed" Mission: A Comprehensive Guide

Despite its age, Metro 2033 remains a fan favorite, especially since the release of the VR title, 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 section.

Locating the Bomb

After exiting the railcar, follow Khan to the barricaded escalators where defenders await. They'll explain that a missing explosives crew was tasked with collapsing the tunnel to stop nosalis attacks. Your task is to 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 directly ahead, as they inflict damage. Retrieve the bomb and 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 automatically trigger, showing Artyom planting and lighting the fuse. Quickly retreat from the blast zone to avoid being killed. Alternatively, a grenade or pipe bomb can achieve the same result. Note that even with the tunnel destroyed, nosalises may still enter from other points.

Destroying the Airlock

The mission isn't complete after destroying the tunnel. The defenders mentioned an airlock that needs collapsing. Climb the stairs on the right of the main platform to the torchlit area. Ignore the nosalises and interact with the support columns to place and detonate a pipe bomb. Evacuate immediately after placing the bomb. With both entrances destroyed, proceed with Khan to the shrine room and the next mission, "Armory."