Metro 2033: Cursed Station Guide

This guide helps players navigate the challenging "Cursed" mission in Metro 2033, focusing on the often-unclear objectives and confusing station layout. The mission begins after a railcar ride, leading Artyom and Khan to a group of defenders at barricaded escalators.

Locating the Bomb

The defenders explain that an explosives team went missing while attempting to collapse a tunnel, preventing nosalis attacks. Artyom must find and detonate the bomb. Nosalises will attack relentlessly; 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 to avoid damage. After retrieving 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) and wait for the cutscene. Artyom automatically plants and lights the fuse; escape immediately to avoid the blast. Alternatively, a grenade or pipe bomb will achieve the same result. Note: Nosalises may still enter through other routes.

Destroying the Airlock

To secure the station completely, destroy the airlock. Ascend the stairs on the right to the torchlit area. Ignore the nosalises and interact with the support columns to plant a pipe bomb. Evacuate immediately after lighting the fuse. With both entrances destroyed, proceed with Khan to the shrine room and the next mission, "Armory." A video walkthrough is available (link omitted for brevity).