Alan Wake 2 launches later this year, finally giving fans another mystery to untangle after the first game came out over 13 years ago.
From what we've seen so far, this sequel looks set to double down on the horror elements showcased in the first game, and it'll have not one but two playable characters.
Alan Wake 2 is definitely one of this year's most anticipated games. Want to know more? Read on for everything we know about Alan Wake 2 so far, including its release date, a look at gameplay, and all of the latest news.
Alan Wake 2 will launch on October 17, 2023. This was confirmed recently during the May 2023 PlayStation Showcase, alongside some new gameplay details and a look at a new protagonist.
Remedy has confirmed that Alan Wake 2 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC (via Epic Game Store). Interestingly, the game will be a digital-only release. This could change in the future, but according to an FAQ on the game's official website, Remedy is skipping physical in order to «keep the price of the game at $59.99 / €59.99 and the PC version at $49.99 / €49.99.»
The latest trailer for Alan Wake 2 was shown at Summer Game Fest, giving us some insight into the gameplay and showing off the game's two protagonists, Alan Wake and Saga Anderson. Although the trailer is fairly short, it's filled with tension, jump scares, and deer-headed foes. The full trailer can be seen below.
It's worth keeping an eye on the Remedy Entertainment YouTube channel for any Alan Wake 2 trailers you might've missed. The channel also boasts an anniversary update which, though not a trailer per se, is full of exciting tidbits about the design decisions behind the game. We've also included some additional trailers
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