New character and Resident Evil vibes in Alan Wake 2 gameplay trailer
Alan Wake 2's latest gameplay trailer showcases thrilling new features, including an additional playable character and a clear nod to the Resident Evil 2 remake Fans have waited eagerly for this moment, and the trailer does not disappoint with its impressive gameplay and exciting storyline
The latest gameplay trailer for Alan Wake 2 was unveiled at the PlayStation Showcase event, revealing a new playable character in addition to the titular Alan Wake. Fans have been eagerly awaiting Remedy Entertainment's latest installment in the series, and this event provided the first glimpse of actual gameplay.
While the initial trailer for Alan Wake 2, released in 2021, provided only limited information about the game's content - confirming Alan Wake's return, its target platforms, and release year - the new trailer promises much more. In addition to a firm release date, it offers a wealth of details about the upcoming survival-horror game.
The release date for Alan Wake 2 is set for October 17 and will be available on PC through the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Pre-orders are currently available. The latest trailer introduces Saga Anderson, a new playable character portrayed by Melanie Liburd, who is an FBI agent investigating mysterious murders in Bright Falls. Her investigation intersects with Alan Wake's story and she is accompanied by a character portrayed by Sam Lake, the Lead Writer and Creative Director of Alan Wake 2.
The gameplay footage in the trailer showcases Anderson exploring an abandoned general store with an over-the-shoulder viewpoint similar to that of the Resident Evil 2 remake and recent RE games. A jump scare moment occurs when something bursts through the wall, emphasizing Remedy's promise that Alan Wake 2 will be a more pure horror experience.
It is worth mentioning that although Anderson was the main focus of the latest trailer for Alan Wake 2, she will not be the only playable character in the game. The game will feature two playable protagonists, with players taking control of Anderson as she explores Bright Falls, and at other times, they will control Alan Wake who is trapped in the Dark Place, a twisted version of New York City. This will undoubtedly add a lot of variety to the gameplay, and it will be fascinating to see how Remedy Entertainment manages to execute this dynamic shift between characters. Given Remedy's impressive track record, there is every reason to believe that Alan Wake 2 will live up to the expectations and be another excellent horror game to add to the already impressive list of releases this year. Fans of the horror genre will be able to experience it for themselves this October.
Alan Wake 2 launches on October 17 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X.
