Metro 2033's "Cursed" Mission: A Comprehensive Guide
Even after more than a decade, Metro 2033 remains a fan favorite, especially since the release of the VR exclusive Metro Awakening. This guide focuses on a particularly challenging mission early in Artyom's journey: "Cursed," set in Moscow's Turgenevskaya station (also known as The Cursed Station in the game). This mission's unclear objectives and confusing layout often trip up players. The mission begins after witnessing an anomaly decimate a nosalis horde, with Khan leading the way via railcar to the next station.
Locating the Bomb
The defenders explain that an explosives team attempted to collapse the tunnel to stop the nosalis onslaught but vanished without detonating the bomb. Artyom must find and detonate it. Expect constant nosalis attacks; retreat to the defenders for support if overwhelmed. You'll likely need to do this at least once during your search.
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 outnumbered.
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 quickly to avoid the blast.
Alternatively, a grenade or pipe bomb thrown into the same tunnel area will also cause a collapse. Note that even with this tunnel destroyed, nosalises will still find other ways in.
Destroying the Airlock
To fully secure the station, destroy the airlock mentioned by Khan. Ascend the stairs on the right of the main platform to the torchlit area (ignore the nosalises). Interact with the support columns to plant a pipe bomb; run immediately after lighting the fuse. With both entrances destroyed, proceed with Khan to a small shrine room, then descend through a floor panel to begin the "Armory" mission.
