Breaking: Alan Wake 3 Rumored to Be Released Sooner Than Expected – Fans Can't Wait!

Highlights

Alan Wake 2 marks the first true development in Alan Wake's narrative since 2010, bringing back the protagonist and introducing newcomer Saga Anderson.

Returning to Bright Falls, Washington, will surely delight long-time fans, particularly due to the connection between Alan Wake and Control. However, it is not essential to be familiar with Remedy Entertainment's previous games. While there are still some uncertainties surrounding the story and ending, fans are eagerly anticipating a conclusive resolution in Alan Wake 2. It is hoped that the sequel will avoid excessive universe expansion, thus preventing another prolonged wait.

After 13 years of anticipation, Alan Wake 2 is finally set to continue the beloved series. Despite previous releases like Alan Wake's American Nightmare and the Alan Wake DLC for Control, this upcoming installment will be the first true development in Alan Wake's story since 2010. With Alan Wake himself returning after 13 in-universe years of struggling, the focus is on whether his latest attempt to escape the predicament in Cauldron Lake will succeed, as well as the role of newcomer Saga Anderson. Fans are thrilled to revisit Bright Falls, Washington, especially with the additional insights gained from supplementary materials and the established connections between Alan Wake and Control. Though not necessary, writer and creative director Sam Lake has hinted that long-time fans will find elements to appreciate. As the community eagerly awaits Alan Wake 2, they hope for an engaging gameplay experience and a story that avoids any future creative impasses.

Fans Weren’t The Only Ones Waiting For Alan Wake 2

The subtext within Alan Wake's struggles and those of his creators are evident throughout the series. Alan and his wife initially arrived in Bright Falls to overcome his writer's block, and after a troubled five-year development period, Alan Wake was released in 2010. The game underwent significant changes, transitioning from an open-world format to a linear and episodic structure, which aligned well with Remedy's desired storytelling approach and its television aesthetic. Despite these clever parallels, the subsequent events were far from pleasant.

Alan Wake's American Nightmare, released as the best possible option at that time, left fans disappointed as it did not provide the continuation or potential conclusion to Alan's story. With the inspiration for Alan's next steps running dry and other projects like Quantum Break, Control, and CrossfireX taking precedence, it became necessary to release an Alan Wake remaster to bring fans up to speed before a proper Alan Wake 2. While it is fitting that American Nightmare represents Alan's unsuccessful escape attempts and the incorporation of the 13-year gap between numbered entries into Alan Wake 2, a similar delay in the story's progression would be unfavorable.

Any Preparations For Alan Wake 3 Need To Start Quickly

It is currently unknown where Alan Wake 2 will take its storyline and if it will provide a resolution. Control 2 has already been announced, and Remedy Entertainment has begun working on remaking Max Payne 1 and 2. These projects may postpone the development of Alan Wake 3, but if it is necessary to wrap up the series, it should be produced simultaneously. Waiting for 13 years for a narrative-focused franchise to continue is quite long, but fortunately, Remedy still has dedicated fans eagerly anticipating more from the protagonist writer.

Considering the uncertain future, many fans would prefer if Alan Wake's story reaches a clear conclusion in Alan Wake 2, without the universe becoming too overwhelming. Whether this happens through another game, DLC, or even Control 2 is less important than knowing that the resolution is not too distant. Hopefully, with a clear goal in mind, Remedy can successfully bring the Alan Wake franchise to a close and ensure that fans do not have to endure another lengthy wait.

Alan Wake 2 releases October 27, 2023, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.