Remedy Entertainment's highly anticipated Anniversary Update for Alan Wake 2 arrives tomorrow, October 22nd, coinciding with the launch of the Lake House DLC.
Alan Wake 2 Receives Free Anniversary Update on October 22nd
Enhanced Accessibility and Quality of Life Improvements
Remedy Entertainment expressed gratitude to its fans, marking the game's near one-year anniversary. This free update significantly expands accessibility options. New features include infinite ammo, one-hit kills, and inverted horizontal axis controls. PS5 players will also experience enhanced DualSense functionality, with haptic feedback integrated into healing and throwable items.
The update also incorporates numerous quality-of-life improvements based on player feedback. Remedy highlighted their ongoing commitment to Alan Wake 2's development, stating that work continued even after the initial release. These improvements are bundled into the Anniversary Update, timed to coincide with the game's launch anniversary.
A new "Gameplay Assist" menu offers a range of customizable settings:
- Quick turn
- Auto-complete QTEs
- Single-tap button inputs
- Tap-based weapon charging
- Tap-based healing item usage
- Tap-based Lightshifter activation
- Player invulnerability
- Player immortality
- One-shot kills
- Infinite ammo
- Infinite flashlight batteries
This comprehensive update promises a more accessible and enjoyable experience for all players.