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Review of Alan Wake 2 on Xbox Series X/S

by Chucky Chucky photo Oct 2023
Cover image of Alan Wake 2 on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 9
Released: 27 Oct 2023
Genre: Survival horror
Developer: Remedy Entertainment
Publisher: Epic Games Publishing

Introduction

Welcome to the nightmare of Alan Wake 2, where our favorite author has been trapped in a dimension worse than waiting for your mom to finish grocery shopping. Thirteen years in the making, this sequel is a delightful piece of survival horror that has you clutching your controller tighter than a cat on a Roomba.

Gameplay

In Alan Wake 2, you'll be juggling the roles of Alan Wake and a rookie FBI agent, Saga Anderson, like you're completing a jigsaw puzzle that only has picture pieces of ducks. You'll navigate a beautifully creepy world, utilizing your flashlight to fend off dark enemies, which involves some deft dodging skills that will make you feel like a ninja... or a panicking cat. The gameplay combines shooting with strategic battery management because nothing says "survival" quite like running on empty between fights. The Mind Place and Writer's Room features add a sense of detective flair, letting you sift through your thoughts or, you know, plan for your next bestseller while the world outside goes to hell in a handbasket.

Graphics

Visually, Alan Wake 2 is like a graphic novel come to life, but one that's been doused in atmospheric mist and industrious lighting effects. Utilitarian mesh shaders and ray-tracing tech make this game look so good you might think it belongs in an art gallery-one where you can also get jump-scared. Everything is beautifully rendered and makes exploring the dark corners of Bright Falls a genuinely cinematic experience, even if you're mostly terrified of what lurks in the shadows.

Conclusion

All in all, Alan Wake 2 crafts an emotionally gripping tale wrapped in a survival horror experience that leaves you questioning everything while also having a blast. It's the perfect mix of tension, intrigue, and the kind of horror you can only feel through the immersive power of gaming. Just remember to bring a change of pants, because this game can make you feel like you've just run a marathon-if marathons were held in foggy, supernatural forests with plenty of things that want to scream at you. It's not just a sequel; it's a solid horror experience that'll keep your heart racing long after the game is over. Grab your flashlight and buckle up, it's time to face the dark head-on.

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