Metro Exodus Hints on Playstation 4 (PS4)

Last Updated: January 26, 2023

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Difficulty Settings

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There are five different difficulty settings.

Reader – the easiest game mode, with weaker enemies and plenty of resources; this mode is largely intended for players who mainly want to experience the story without much challenge

Easy – this mode has slightly more difficult combat

Normal – the basic, medium difficulty modes tries to find a balance

Hardcore – combat is more difficult and resources are scarce

Ranger Hardcore – enemies are stronger and smarter, resources are very scarce, weapons degrade faster, and parts of the HUD have been removed, including the targeting reticule

Some fans of the previous games feel the Hardcore setting is the best difficulty setting to restore the tension of previous games in the series.

All Collectible (Diary Pages and Post Cards) Locations

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There are 92 total collectibles scattered throughout the world: 71 diary pages and 21 post cards. The “diary page” collectible category also includes notes. Keep in mind that the game only lists 70 diary pages as a goal, but when you actually view them, there are 71.

If you’re having trouble finding all of the diary pages and post cards, use the video guide below for help.

  • Moscow: 10 diary pages, 2 post cards
  • Winter: 1 diary page
  • Volga: 13 diary pages, 5 post cards
  • Spring: 1 diary page
  • Yamantau: 6 diary pages, 2 post cards
  • Caspian: 12 diary pages, 5 post cards
  • Summer: 1 diary page
  • Taiga: 18 diary pages, 5 post cards
  • Autumn: 1 diary page
  • The Dead City: 8 diary pages, 2 post cards

Basic Tips

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Side quest opportunities aren’t marked on your HUD. Instead, you’ll want to talk to characters whenever possible, and if they mention something that involves a side quest, the area will be marked on your map.

Completing side quests is important, because you’ll get additional resources, weapons, and tools.

Monsters do not drop anything, so fighting them will result in a net loss. Avoid enemies whenever you can, using stealth and caution.

Human enemies, however, can drop ammo and other resources. Make sure you loot any dead bodies.

Not all humans are hostile. Sneak up on them and listen in on their conversation to help determine if you’ll be safe approaching them or not.

Human enemies are more common during the day, and can be more easily defeated at night. However, at night you’ll run into monsters and mutants. Keep track of the day/night cycle and use it to your advantage.

Search for items and resources everywhere, especially if you encounter a new building or vehicle. Exploration is important.

Gather the glowing mushrooms whenever you see them, because they’ll be useful in crafting.

You don’t want to be constantly switching your weapon for a new one you find. Instead, customize your preferred weapons and dismantle new weapons you find for their parts.

Attachments, on the other hand, should be switched frequently depending on the situation you’re going into.

If you’ve found the compass, it will always point toward your next objective.

Clean your weapons often, but keep an eye on your material supplies. The materials used for cleaning are also used to craft health items.

Charge your flashlight and night vision goggles regularly, especially if you’re planning to use them soon. Don’t wait until the last minute.

Equip your gas mask whenever you hear the Geiger counter crackling, and make sure to replace the filter if you hear a warning beep.

Questions, Answers and Comments

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I  am  at  the  "get  to  the  dam"  mission.  I  am  fighting  the  bear.  I  only  have  14  arrows  and  12  AK  rounds.  Any  way  I  can  get  past  it?  I  have  gone  back  and  loaded  as  far  as  I  can  go,  to  the  beginning  of  the  mission,  and  can't  find  any  more  ammo.  HELP!  Am  I  doomed?
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