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Alan Wake II
Saga Anderson arrives to investigate ritualistic murders in a small town. Alan Wake pens a dark story to shape the reality around him. These two heroes are somehow connected. Can they become the heroes they need to be?
Details
- Released
- October 26, 2023
- Developer
- Remedy Entertainment
- Publisher
- Epic Games, Epic Games Publishing
- Platforms
- PC · PS5 · Xbox Series X|S
How it plays
Time to beat · 7 player times (IGDB)
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Alan Wake II Reviews
Professional reviews from gaming critics
There is a quote from Glenn Gould that says: “The purpose of art is not the release of a momentary ejection of adrenaline but rather the gradual, lifelong
Alan Wake 2 is a multifaceted masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of gaming. The stunning visuals, impeccable audio design, narrative delivery, and exceptional performances converge to create an unparalleled gaming experience.
Alan Wake 2 is survival horror at its best, runs and looks stunning, and consistently left me enticed. It's a mystery-solving and ghost-fighting narrative experience that'll leave you wanting more.
Alan Wake 2 is poetic. Remedy has crafted not only an excellent sequel to a now 13-year-old game, but the best horror game in nearly a decade.
An interactive kaleidoscope successfully blending survival-horror design, self-referential humor, and boundless absurdity, Alan Wake II ranks among the most fascinating sequels in recent memory.Reviewer's Note: Although I do my best to avoid SPOILERS, I will mention story details that I liked or [...]
“It’s not a lake, it’s an ocean” are the words that have been in the heads of Alan Wake fans for years. Remedy’s 2010 action-horror masterpiece delivered one of the wildest and most compelling mysteries. It ended on a cliffhanger that needed a follow-up. Alan Wake 2 has been an incredibly long time coming.
A masterpiece in terms of atmosphere building and one of the few games in a long while that effortlessly kept me fully engrossed in its world, Alan Wake 2 is Remedy Entertainment’s best game yet. Expert use of the contrast between light and dark works in tandem with spot-on sound design and deadly enemies to successfully insert horror even in the most inoffensive of places.
Alan Wake II manages to subvert expectations with its immersive world. Combat gets the job done, but it's the overall mystery that will have players eager to shine a light on this Dark Place.
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Alan Wake 2 is a visual and narrative marvel filled with beautiful environments and horrifying moments that had me on the edge of my seat. The game is only held back by some lacking gameplay and bugs, along with missing features and the lack of a physical version. Despite that, the game is one of the best this year, with moments that any long-time Remedy fan and newcomer alike will enjoy.
With its latest game, Remedy Entertainment nails a formula that’s been in the making for over 20 years.
After 13 long years, Alan Wake has finally escaped The Dark Place. Was the wait worth it? And is Saga Anderson’s case to solve the many mysteries of Bright Falls a worthwhile one? Lex Luddy reviews Alan Wake 2.