Alan Wake 2 delayed by 10 days to avoid October’s major releases.
Alan Wake 2 delayed by 10 days to avoid October's major releases.
Delayed but Worth the Wait: Alan Wake 2 Takes Inspiration from True Detective, Hereditary, and David Lynch
Mark your calendars, folks! Remedy Entertainment has just announced a short 10-day delay for the highly anticipated sequel, Alan Wake 2. Originally slated for release on October 17, it will now hit the shelves on October 27. But fear not, dear gamers, for this delay comes with good reason!
In a statement, Remedy explained that October is bursting at the seams with game releases, and they want to give players ample time to savor each gaming experience. Talk about considerate game developers! They said, “October is an amazing month for game launches and we hope this date shift gives more space for everyone to enjoy their favorite games.” We couldn’t agree more!
Now, you might be wondering why this date shift is important. Well, let’s rewind the clock a bit. Back in 2010, the original Alan Wake launched in the same week as Rockstar’s behemoth Red Dead Redemption, and let’s just say it got buried under the competition. Remedy isn’t about to let that happen again. This time, they are avoiding the clutches of Insomniac’s sure-to-be massive PlayStation exclusive Spider-Man 2 by shifting their date. Smart move, Remedy, smart move.
But wait, there’s more! In case you weren’t already spoiled for choice, October 2023 is also packed with other exciting game releases. Microsoft’s Forza Motorsport, Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and, reportedly, Sega’s Sonic Stadium are all clamoring for your attention. It’s a feast of gaming goodness!
Now, let’s dive into what makes Alan Wake 2 a standout sequel. During GameTopic’s Summer of Gaming, the Remedy team enlightened us with their inspirations for the survival horror masterpiece. Brace yourselves, because they took inspiration from the likes of True Detective, the bone-chilling Hereditary, and the enigmatic David Lynch. Talk about setting the bar high!
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But that’s not all! Get ready to step into the shoes of two playable characters this time around. Say hello to Alan Wake, our beloved writer-turned-hero from the first game, and meet Saga Anderson, an FBI agent ready to unravel the dark mysteries that await. Double the thrill, double the fun!
Now, let’s address the elephant in the room. Remedy did ruffle some feathers when they announced that Alan Wake 2 would be a digital-only release across all platforms. But fret not, my physical game collectors, for Remedy has reasons behind their madness! They explained that the gaming landscape has seen a significant shift towards digital-only purchases. Plus, console giants like Sony and Microsoft have embraced the digital age with their disc-less options. So fear not, dear gamers, this is the future knocking at our gaming doors.
And here’s why going digital benefits us all. By skipping the disc production, Remedy can keep the game’s price at a sweet $59.99 / €59.99, with the PC version coming in at an even more wallet-friendly $49.99 / €49.99. Now that’s a win for our gaming budgets!
Remedy also considered the user experience and didn’t want players to suffer through physical copies that needed colossal downloads. And honestly, we’re grateful for that. Nobody wants a game night filled with frustration and endless waiting. Thank you, Remedy, for thinking of our gaming pleasure!
So mark October 27 on your gaming calendar, folks. Alan Wake 2 is just around the corner, and it’s armed with a killer storyline, inspiration from the masters of suspense, and two badass playable characters. Get ready for sleepless nights and heart-pounding action!
Wesley Yin-Poole is the UK News Editor for GameTopic. Follow him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach out to Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at [email protected].
