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Should you play Alan Wake 1 before Alan Wake 2?

However, tons of details and rewarding easter eggs are abundant for players of the original game.

Alan Wake 2 teaser image

Alan Wake 1 is also a classic, and this is a perfect excuse to go and grab it.

Short answer:Yes, if you could.

What is Alan Wake?

A screenshot of Alan Wake Remastered showing Alan Wake pointing a shotgun at a Taken.

If you’ve seen Twin Peaks, you have a good idea for how Alan Wake ultimately plays out.

Alan Wake Remastered is currently on sale, making it the perfect time to jump in and play.

In ourfull Alan Wake 2 review, we detail how Remedy has doubled down on horror for the sequel.

Alan Wake Remastered

I won’t go as far as to say your experience will beruinedif you skip Alan Wake 1.

Indeed, the game offers a ton of context through Saga’s experiences and the people she meets.

You could always grab a recap of the original game on YouTube if you don’t fancy buying it.

Alan Wake 2

Alan Wake 2

Alan Wake’s nightmare continues thirteen years in the making.

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