Alan Wake II

I played the first Alan Wake a few months ago when it was free on playstation Plus, and I really liked it. I don't really care for horror games, but I loved it due to the great storytelling.

Alan Wake II is different than Alan Wake I, and for me in a positive way. There are less battles in Alan Wake II; this game is even more focused on the story and puzzles. It being more story driven instead of combat doesn't take anything away from the gaming experience though. They used very refreshing gaming tactics to reveal the story.

The game looks stunning, and without spoiling too much, there are some very unexpectedly fun additions to the game that made me run upstairs to tell my boyfriend wtf just happened because it was just to unexpected for a game.

I recommend playing Alan Wake I first, or watching a decent recap of Alan Wake I to get a sense of the story, before playing Alan Wake II.

Remedy have long been a favourite studio of mine, always pushing the boat out in terms of creativity, story telling, and gameplay. Here, they shine with their best work yet, building on the universe they began to build with their last game, Control, delivering a story I couldn't stop thinking about and a world I couldn't stop exploring. The original Alan Wake was a game I would always defend, not limited by its sometimes repetitive gameplay and flaws, as it was unlike anything I had ever played before. With Alan Wake 2, Remedy delivers masterful survival horror, balanced with a gripping psychological thriller and truly groundbreaking storytelling. If that isn't enough, the gameplay and graphics are pushing the bounds of anything we have seen before on current gen. A must play.

If Stephen King and David Lynch had a baby this would be it - It's creepy & completely bonkers.

I've not felt uneasy playing a game since P. T & the first few hours of Outlast, and this excels in that department, the use of sound, music and lighting to elicit fear is exceptional. & the occasional cheap jump scare I loved.

Writing, voice work, and combat is a massive step up from the first game.

A special shout-out to the episode "We sing" - absolute brilliant insanity and the use of lighting in this level *chefs kiss*.

It has a few minor technical issues as of writing this, with some scenes where lip syncing is out & a few bugs & no physical copy coming was disappointing.

I didn't think anything would get close to BG3 for my GOTY but this is running it close.

I played several remedy games including Quantum Break , Control , Max Payne 2.

And you can tell they always develop their Storytelling into something fresh and probably never seen before, the game itself has a great story with two characters that i loved , Saga and Alan. They both explore a nightmare which differs from each one of them , the Gameplay is better than the first game easily , i'm talking about several enemy types , more weapons , and more survival-focused.

The level design is top-notch, And finally the game is filled with content and i'm talking about puzzles which are great and makes you think , cases to solve.

Alan Wake 2 is a stunning sequel that surpassed my expectations. I was blown away by the captivating story, the immersive gameplay, and the brilliant performances of the actors. The writers did a fantastic job of creating a thrilling and mysterious plot that kept me on the edge of my seat. The game is full of twists and turns, references to pop culture, and nods to the original Alan Wake. The actors, especially Ilkka Villi and Matthew Porretta, who voice Alan Wake and his alter ego Mr. Scratch, respectively, delivered their lines with emotion and intensity. They made me feel like I was part of the story, not just a spectator. The game also has stunning graphics, sound effects, and music that enhance the atmosphere and mood of the game. Alan Wake 2 is a masterpiece that deserves all the praise and recognition it can get. It is one of the best games I have ever played and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves action, adventure, and horror genres.