Exploring the Path of the Writer: Unveiling Alan Wake 2's Video Locations
Discover the hidden Writer's Journey videos in Alan Wake 2 and unlock the coveted Trail of the Writer achievement Immerse yourself in the dark and mysterious world of Alan Wake as you navigate through eerie locations, unraveling the secrets that lie within each video Can you find all eight videos and embark on the ultimate writer's adventure?
There are a total of eight Writer's Journey videos in Alan Wake 2. Players aiming to earn the Trail of the Writer achievement must watch all of them. While some of these videos will naturally be encountered while progressing through the Initiation chapters, not all of them can be found in this way. Players will need to make a deliberate effort if they hope to locate all of Alan Wake 2's Writer's Journey videos. This guide is designed to assist players in this pursuit.
It should be noted that although the menu suggests there are nine Writer's Journey videos to collect, this is not accurate at the time of writing. It is possible that this may change with the addition of Alan Wake 2's NG+ mode or through future DLC releases. However, for players currently aiming for 100% completion, they only need to focus on the eight specific Writer's Journey videos detailed below.
Alan Wake 2: Writer's Journey Video Locations
1. The Dark Place
Players are required to interact with a TV near the end of Alan Wake 2's Initiaton 1: Late Night chapter, and that action will cause the first Writer's Journey video to play.
2. Writing
To watch the Writer's Journey video, players can go to the Vision TV Shop located next to the neon sign that says "BOOKS." The shop can be reached by heading north from the payphone where Alan answers in Initiation 1: Late Night.
3. Murder Sites
Alan is sent into the subway tunnels during Alan Wake 2's Initiation 2: Casey chapter, and players will find the Murder Sites Writer's Journey video in that area's Break Room.
4. The Dark Presence (Missable)
This Writer's Journey video can be seen near the front of the Vision TV Shop in the game Alan Wake 2's Initiation 4: We Sing chapter. It is important to note that once you complete Initiation 5: Room 665 and enter Parliament Tower, the video becomes inaccessible. Fans should make sure to obtain it before reaching that point.
5. Visions (Missable)
Players can access the Writer's Journey video by visiting Room 101, located in the Oceanview Hotel. To enter this room, players need to use the key found in the Break Room of the Ballroom. It's important to note that once players complete the Room 665 chapter and progress to Parliament Tower in Alan Wake 2's Initiation 5, they will no longer have access to this collectible. Fans should make sure to explore the Oceanview Hotel and address this before moving on.
6. Drowning (Missable)
To access Alice's photographs, players should use the door in the Janitor's Room as a shortcut to the basement.
At the bottom of the stairs, enter the Laundry and absorb the light.
Exit the Laundry and look right. A new flight of stairs will have appeared next to the Laundry door.
Please replace the light fixture in the Laundry, allowing access to the Basement Storage and Workshop.
After replacing the light in the Workshop, the desk will reveal Alice's photo collection stored in a shoebox.
7. Stop Writing
After entering the Poet's Cinema in Initiation 8: Zane's Film, players should stop by the Break Room next to the Concession Stand to watch this Writer's Journey video.
8. Initiation (Missable)
In the Initiation 8 section of Zane's Film in the final Writer's Journey, there is a thrilling sequence where Alan races through a series of rooms packed with film cannisters. Once players begin their third loop, they need to keep an eye out for a door tucked away in a corner, marked with an exit sign. Beyond that door, they will find a TV playing the video.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled about the release of Alan Wake 2 and the opportunity to explore the Writer's Journey videos. The dark and mysterious world of Alan Wake has always captivated me, and I can't wait to uncover the secrets that lie within each video. The idea of embarking on the ultimate writer's adventure is particularly exciting, and I am determined to find all eight videos and earn the coveted Trail of the Writer achievement.
The detailed guide provided in the article will be immensely helpful in my quest to locate all the Writer's Journey videos. I appreciate the clear instructions and the heads up about the potential changes in the NG+ mode or future DLC releases. It's great to know that I only need to focus on the eight specific videos mentioned for now. I am already planning my playthrough and making sure to explore every nook and cranny to ensure I don't miss any of these valuable videos.
Overall, I am incredibly excited about Alan Wake 2 and the Writer's Journey videos. This game promises to be an immersive and unforgettable experience, and I can't wait to dive into it and discover all its secrets.
