Alan Wake Remastered

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  • Summary: In this cinematic action-thriller, troubled author Alan Wake embarks on a desperate search for his missing wife, Alice. Following her mysterious disappearance from the Pacific Northwest town of Bright Falls, he discovers pages of a horror story he has supposedly written, but he has no memoryIn this cinematic action-thriller, troubled author Alan Wake embarks on a desperate search for his missing wife, Alice. Following her mysterious disappearance from the Pacific Northwest town of Bright Falls, he discovers pages of a horror story he has supposedly written, but he has no memory of. Wake is soon forced to question his sanity, as page by page, the story comes true before his eyes: a hostile presence of supernatural darkness is taking over everyone it finds, turning them against him. He has no choice but to confront the forces of darkness armed only with his flashlight, a handgun and what remains of his shredded mind. His nightmarish journey to find answers to the mind-bending mystery he faces will lead him into the terrifying depths of the night. Alan Wake Remastered offers the complete experience, with the main game and its two story expansions - The Signal and The Writer - in stunning new 4K visuals. The tense, episodic story is packed with unexpected twists, heart-stopping cliff hangers, and intense bursts of combat where it takes more than bullets to banish the darkness. The game’s cutscenes, quirky cast of characters, and the majestic Pacific Northwest vistas have been enhanced for an experience that delivers as much on its visual impact as its unnerving atmosphere.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
  1. Gfinity
    Oct 4, 2021
    90
    Alan Wake was already considered an exceptional game and over a decade later, this adventure holds up strong. Finding myself completely captivated, Remedy left me wanting more, even after completing the DLC. It’s regrettable that Remastered’s cutscenes have problems and I hope they can be patched, but ultimately, it’s a fine job. If you’re a fan of mystery thrillers, I cannot recommend Alan Wake Remastered highly enough.
  2. Atomix
    Oct 4, 2021
    88
    Alan Wake Remastered is a much profound work that you may think. The change in engine and all the improvements, makes it a great return to Bright Falls.
  3. Press Start Australia
    Oct 4, 2021
    85
    Alan Wake Remastered is a prime example of if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. The story, and the way it’s told is truly timeless, and it's a game that everyone should experience. Some of its design might be stuck in the past, but none of it ever feels detrimental to the overall experience, and the visual facelift just makes the experience that much better. Whether you’re a new fan of Remedy’s work, or a long-time player, there’s never been a better excuse to visit or return to Bright Falls.
  4. ComicBook
    Oct 4, 2021
    80
    But even if you miss all of that beautiful metatext, Alan Wake remains a tense thriller that will keep players on the edge of their seats and is a testament to how sometimes less can be more, even in relatively big-budget game designs. Alan Wake Remastered presents an opportunity for a new generation of players to experience a gem that never got its due, and they'd be foolish not to take advantage. Still, they may want to keep on the lights when they do.
  5. IGN Portugal
    Nov 5, 2021
    80
    Alan Wake Remastered is an example of what can be a good remaster of a videogame without an abusive price, it fixes some of the main issues that prevented a good game to make sense in today’s standards. Its ideals and the writer’s story would easily fit in any period of the gaming history so if you haven’t played it, this is an ideal opportunity to do it and the best way to fuel the hope for a potential sequel.
  6. GameSpew
    Oct 4, 2021
    80
    If you’ve never played Alan Wake before and love spooky games with strong stories and plenty of action, consider this remaster a must-have. Thanks to its upgraded visuals, ardent Alan Wake fans are likely to want to pick it up, too, and they won’t be disappointed. This is a game that has stood the test of time, and now being available on more formats than ever before, it’s time for it to step into the light and truly be seen.
  7. Metro GameCentral
    Oct 7, 2021
    50
    The original was always highly simplistic and repetitive, and neither the passage of time or being in 4K can do anything to improve this disappointingly trivial actioner.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 75
  3. Negative: 10 out of 75
  1. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    10
    I wanted to play this for a long time and finally did it. And it justified my expectations. One of the best horror experiences i had. TheI wanted to play this for a long time and finally did it. And it justified my expectations. One of the best horror experiences i had. The town,characters, the atmosphere is a one of a kind. Definitely a game for fans of Twin Peaks, Stranger Things, and Stephen King books.… Expand
  2. Jackal_67
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    It should be called Alan Wake Ultimate Edition, because that's what it literally is. Everything looks so much better than before and it wasIt should be called Alan Wake Ultimate Edition, because that's what it literally is. Everything looks so much better than before and it was nice looking game already. Would recommend.… Expand
  4. Stayinthe_light
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    This is basically same, what Resident Evil 4 did with Ultimate HD Edition. No ghosting effect anymore, better textures, better draw distance,This is basically same, what Resident Evil 4 did with Ultimate HD Edition. No ghosting effect anymore, better textures, better draw distance, improved cutscenes, better foliage. Absolutely the best version of this game from now on.… Expand
  5. mabritec
    Apr 30, 2023
    8
    Buena historia, tension al maximo en momentos precisos, las velocidades de carga en ps5 son demenciales, lamentablemente el titulo se veBuena historia, tension al maximo en momentos precisos, las velocidades de carga en ps5 son demenciales, lamentablemente el titulo se ve opacado por movimientos ortopedicos y poco fluidos en momentos de plataformeo pero nada que arruine la experiencia de juego, si quieres una historia entretenida y con locos persiguiendote, te recomiendo este titulo.… Expand
  6. bvb86
    Mar 13, 2023
    7
    This game does not go higher than a 'ok 7'.
    I've seen way better games getting rated lower scores than the average 8 I see it scoring here.    This game does not go higher than a 'ok 7'.
    I've seen way better games getting rated lower scores than the average 8 I see it scoring here.
    Says a lot about rating here on metacritic ofcourse.    … Expand
  7. Schueli
    Aug 10, 2022
    6
    Ein solider Horror-Thriller, den man seine Jahre wohl anerkennt. Ich habe das Spiel damals nicht gespielt. Die Geschichte war okay, dieEin solider Horror-Thriller, den man seine Jahre wohl anerkennt. Ich habe das Spiel damals nicht gespielt. Die Geschichte war okay, die Steuerung und Handhabung etwas hölzern. Im großen und Ganzen war ich nun froh, dass das Ende aufploppte. Ob ich die beiden Zusatzmissionen noch spiele, weiß ich noch nicht.

    War insgesamt ganz gut, aber auch nicht mehr. Für den Preis von knapp 20 Euro aber empfehlenswert.    … Expand
  8. Spacegamblerjr
    Oct 16, 2021
    0
    per trash! starts out kinda fun. then all of a sudden no ammo no direction to many enemies

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