Alan Wake
Release Date
N/ADeveloper
Remedy EntertainmentPublisher
N/APlatform
N/AGenre
ActionScore
3.9 / 5
Bringing a new style of storytelling to Xbox 360, Alan Wake is a psychological action thriller from Remedy, the renowned original developers of the successful Max Payne series. In this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, players assume the role of Alan Wake, a best-selling suspense author suffering from writer’s block, who escapes to a small town only to experience the mysterious disappearance of his wife.
Set in the deceptively idyllic town of Bright Falls, Washington, Alan Wake immerses players in an intense and expansive cinematic world that enables players to explore the hyper-realistic and interactive environments. Alan Wake is mission-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn. Unravel the riveting plot through multilayered character interactions, unique problem-solving, and intense combat against terrifying enemies. In this nightmarish world, where fantasy and reality collide, Alan Wake must use a variety of weapons to survive, including his most powerful ally against the darkness – light itself.
- Intense psychological thriller: Alan Wake delivers a deeply psychological and finely crafted plot that raises the bar for storytelling in video games. The riveting story of Alan Wake is propelled by a movie-like atmosphere, compelling situations, memorable characters, and real-time pacing. Remedy has a record of creating and developing games with unique cinematic presentation and exceptionally high production values.
- Light as a combat element: As Wake journeys deeper into the mystery of Bright Falls, the shadows close in around him. When darkness descends, light becomes his only ally as he fights his way to daybreak. This poses a severe problem for Alan Wake since his enemies seemingly gain strength from the shadows, and before long, light itself becomes his greatest ally. Players must skillfully combine their use of light with more conventional weapons to stand a chance.
- Realistic, interactive environment: Set in the town of Bright Falls, the hyper-detailed environments of the Pacific Northwest play an important role, as even the change in daylight and weather will profoundly affect the characters and enemies in Alan Wake. The game’s advanced rendering engine provides amazingly realistic environments that bring this world to detailed life—from the lush forest of evergreen trees to the quaint small-town buildings and streets. The world of Alan Wake is alive and real.
- Episodic narrative: The mission-based structure of Alan Wake creates an episodic narrative similar to a deeply structured dramatic television series, such as Twin Peaks and X-Files. As the episodes progress, gameplay evolves to introduce new elements and characters, escalating the level of threat and action in the game.
-
Mashcast #41: Sign of the Times
The death of retail is slow and painful… For retail.
2.24.12 by Jarret Redding
-
American Nightmare Unleashes One Final Trailer on the World
Watch Wake duck and dodge away from all sorts of danger in the American Nightmare launch trailer.
2.17.12 by Jason Wersits
-
Alan Wake’s American Nightmare Third Dev Diary
All you need is a nail gun.
2.16.12 by Cathy Rouleau
-
Alan Wake’s American Nightmare Second Dev Diary
Personally, I like to call it Alan Payne.
2.11.12 by Jarret Redding
-
Contents of Alan Wake Collector’s Edition for PC Revealed
The details for the PC Collector’s Edition.
2.9.12 by Jessica Weimar
-
Alan Wake for PC is Finally on its Way
Late to the party.
2.3.12 by Jessica Weimar
-
Alan Wake’s American Nightmare Coming Mid Q1; Getting New Mode
Come inside to see the new extended trailer previewing “Fight Til Dawn” mode.
12.19.11 by Nick Santangelo
-
Alan Wake Coming to PC in Early 2012 [Updated]
Remedy makes official the story that forum goers dug up earlier.
12.14.11 by Nick Santangelo
-
Metal Gear Solid Rising, New Alan Wake, BioWare Game to Be at VGAs
Spike TV’s Geoff Keighley teases some big titles that will be at next month’s awards show.
11.3.11 by Nick Santangelo
-
Mashcast #8: Ghost Duty: Advanced Crysis 2
The FPS singularity is beginning!
5.31.11 by Jarret Redding
-
Alan Wake: Night Springs Coming to XBLA
New Wake game will supposedly be an arcade release, rather than a full-blown game.
5.20.11 by Nick Santangelo
-
Mashcast #7: Hope For The Best. Prepare For The Worst.
If you go in with low expectations you can never be too disappointed.
5.16.11 by Jarret Redding
-
…but it’s not Alan Wake 2. What is it? Excellent question.
5.10.11 by Nick Santangelo
-
Last Minute Presents Guide: Long’s Picks
Check out Long’s personal recommendations for quick gifts!
-
10 Hours In: Alan Wake [Review]
We got to know Alan very well during our 10 hour trek through Bright Falls. Find out what we though in this review of Alan Wake.
5.28.10 by Jarret Redding
- Moar!





















