Psychological survival horror with a cinematic edge, Alan Wake 2 sits in Remedy’s wider “Remedyverse” alongside Control, and goes toe-to-toe with modern genre heavyweights like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. This is the Deluxe Edition on PS5, aimed at anyone who wants the base game plus extra content without needing to buy upgrades later. Expect a deliberately paced mystery, unsettling set-pieces, and a story that leans hard into TV-style episodes and shifting perspectives.
Who will enjoy Alan Wake 2 — and who won’t?
If you like investigative horror and narrative puzzles, the dual-protagonist structure (Saga Anderson and Alan Wake) keeps things fresh, with different locations and play styles. Combat is tense rather than constant, so it suits players who prefer atmosphere and storytelling over non-stop action. If you’re mainly after fast shooting or open-world freedom, the linear, plot-driven approach may feel restrictive.
- PEGI 18 content: violence, strong horror themes and disturbing imagery.
- Deluxe Edition: includes extra content beyond the standard release.
