Revolver with stock and optics

Learn how to use the Revolver in Metro 2033. This guide covers its strengths, weaknesses, and customization options for Artyom's first handgun.

The Revolver is a solid first weapon for Artyom in Metro 2033, and it sticks with you as a reliable sidearm throughout the series. It's slow, but packs a punch and can be customized to be even better. Let's break it down. ### Overview Think of the Revolver as your trusty, if a bit clunky, first handgun. It's available in Metro 2033, Metro: Last Light, and Metro Exodus. In Metro 2033, it's your very first weapon, and even later in the game, it's a great fallback when your automatic weapons or shotguns aren't cutting it. ### Tactics and Use This thing fires .44 Magnum rounds, which are accurate and do serious damage. It's perfect for picking off human enemies from mid to long range, especially if they're slow or tend to retreat after taking a hit. With the right attachments, it can even act like a makeshift sniper rifle, sitting somewhere between the VSV and the Valve in terms of power and range, though it doesn't have the rapid fire of the VSV or the sheer stopping power of the Valve. However, it's not ideal for close-quarters combat or when you're swarmed. The fire rate and cylinder capacity are just okay, so you need to be smart about your shots. It's best used for controlled, deliberate shots, like when you're sneaking around or dealing with enemies one by one. Against fast-moving mutants like nosalises, watchers, or lurkers, you'll probably want to switch to something else. In the early parts of Metro 2033, you'll be relying on the Revolver a lot because ammo for other guns is scarce.