Alan Wake’s half of Alan Wake 2 is very Alan Wake
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Alan Wake is back after 13 years trapped in the Dark Place, now modeled after New York City. Combat is overhauled but the Taken still threaten Wake's escape.
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The Dark Place actively manipulates Wake through environmental clues and live action segments with the ominous Mr. Door.
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Wake can use his writing powers to alter the reality of the Dark Place and solve puzzles via the Writer's Room.
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The story connects to Control through returning characters and the metafictional Oceanview Motel. New players can still follow the plot.
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Release date is October 27th for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Gameplay shows Wake exploring an intricate, haunting setting on his journey home.