For fans of the psychological horror series, Alan Wake, anticipation has been high for the sequel, Alan Wake 2. Despite its cult following, plans for the game were put on indefinite hold after the original game was released in 2010, leaving fans wondering what happened. Now, nearly a decade later, information regarding the development of the sequel is starting to emerge. Here’s a look at the latest scoop on Alan Wake 2, including speculation about its potential premise and release date.
At the time of its initial release, the first game in the series was praised for its unique atmosphere and eerie mix of horror and suspense. Creator Sam Lake even experimented with the concept of blurring the lines between traditional storytelling and interactive storytelling by incorporating a series of groundbreaking cutscenes. This cinematic approach to gaming left fans anxious for more.
Although Alan Wake 2 was originally slated for release in late 2011, the project was put on hiatus in order to allow the creators to focus on the development of a sequel to the game Max Payne. As a result, information regarding the progress of Alan Wake 2 has been scarce over the years.
However, despite the years of silence, it appears the game is now back in the works. Developer Remedy Entertainment has recently updated their online job postings, indicating that they are in the early stages of development of an “unannounced AAA title”. While the specifics of this title remain a mystery, industry insiders believe it is likely to be Alan Wake 2.
If this speculation is true, what might fans expect from the sequel? Lake has previously stated that he wants to take the story of Alan Wake in a new direction, and has considered introducing multiple playable characters. It’s likely that the game will still feature the same blend of horror, suspense and mystery as the originals, as well as some new twists and turns throughout the game.
As for a release date, hopes are high that the game will be released in late 2019. However, this is just speculation for now, as Remedy Entertainment has not provided an official announcement yet. Regardless, fans should keep their fingers crossed that the game will be available soon, as they’ve been eagerly awaiting the sequel for far too long.
