How long is Alan Wake 2?
Oct. 27, 2023In for the story or hunting hidden collectibles, here’s how long it will take to beat Alan Wake 2
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If you want to know how long Alan Wake 2 is, the length is going to vary based on how you play the game, whether you’re rapidly blasting through shadow monsters or plodding across Bright Falls.Alan Wake 2features a semi-open world structure with the option to jump between two linear story branches, both with multiple maps that expand with each chapter that are also filled with all sorts of collectibles. Here’s what you need to know about how long it takes to complete Alan Wake 2.
How long to beat Alan Wake 2?
Having spent a lot of time with the game, here’s how long it should take you to beat Alan Wake 2 by varying playstyles:
I completed the game to finish myAlan Wake 2 reviewand I was honestly a little surprised by just how long it took to beat. If you’re shooting for a full completionist run, looking to collect all things like the hiddenNursery Rhyme locations in Alan Wake 2, then you can expect the game to easily push towards the 30 hour mark.
The game’s length also varies based on which of theAlan Wake 2 difficulty modesyou pick, with higher difficulties adding extra time. If you’re up for a serious challenge and for maximum game completion, you’ll need to complete the game a second time inAlan Wake 2 New Game Plusmode which includes a new ending.
I will say, I personally think it’s well worth taking your time with Alan Wake 2. Collectibles aren’t just there for achievement hunters either, with all of the hiddenAlan Wake 2 lunch boxesand mysteriousWords of Power in Alan Wake 2acting as the keys to improving your survivability. It’s how you upgrade all of the Alan Wake 2 weapons that Saga can wield, and how you increase the stopping power of Alan in the Dark Place. Taking the time to really explore is also how you get the finer details of the story before you reach closing stage of the game with missions like theAlan Wake 2 come up with a new planobjective that start to funnel you into the end game.© GamesRadar+. Not to be reproduced without permission.
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