Alan Wake 2 Anniversary Update: October 22nd Launch

Remedy Entertainment's Alan Wake 2 receives a substantial Anniversary Update launching October 22nd, coinciding with the release of the Lake House DLC. This free update significantly enhances accessibility, offering players a more tailored gaming experience.

The update introduces a wealth of new accessibility options, including infinite ammo, one-hit kills, and inverted horizontal axis controls. PS5 players will also benefit from improved DualSense functionality, providing haptic feedback for healing items and throwable objects.

Beyond accessibility, the Anniversary Update incorporates numerous quality-of-life improvements based on player feedback. Remedy acknowledges the ongoing development since the game's launch, highlighting their commitment to community input. This update is a testament to that commitment, bundling together numerous requested enhancements.

A dedicated "Gameplay Assist" menu has been added, providing granular control over various gameplay aspects. Players can now customize their experience with options such as quick turns, automatic QTE completion, simplified button inputs for weapon charging, healing, Lightshifter use, and even invulnerability and immortality toggles. In short, this update provides extensive options to personalize the difficulty and playstyle. The update arrives almost a year after the initial release, marking a significant milestone for the game.