Anticipation had been building, and the moment did not disappoint. During yesterday’s Gamescom Opening Night Live stream, Sam Lake stepped onto the stage to show the world a brand new Alan Wake 2 trailer. Following the intriguing revelations of Saga Anderson, this new trailer offers a glimpse into the narrative from Alan’s perspective.
Back to The Dark Place
The trailer plunges viewers headfirst into The Dark Place, where Alan remains trapped. Alan’s story is far from over, and based on the trailer it’s difficult to get a grasp on what’s happening. So many questions arise, and fan theories that emerge are adding to the fire. Who is Mr. Door really? What double is Alan talking about? Is he talking about Mr. Scratch? Why is Alan seemingly hunting himself? I can’t wait to find out more about the fate of our beloved light-wielding hero!
Even though the trailer is full of suspense, it’s a treasure chest of hints and information for those who pay close attention (665, anyone?). Without further ado, please take a look yourself and see if you can spot any of the hints:
The Dissection of Mystery
Found any? Good job, but it’s likely you missed a few. Even we did!
Mark Delaney, a gaming journalist from GameSpot, has meticulously dissected the Alan Wake 2 trailer frame by frame in his recent article. Delaney’s piece, titled “23 Clues You May Have Missed in the Gamescom Trailer”, offers a deep dive into the hidden hints and subtle clues scattered throughout the video.
As fans collaborate to piece together the puzzle presented in the trailer, the excitement surrounding the impending release of Alan Wake 2 grows exponentially. October 27 can’t come soon enough! Alan, we’re coming to the rescue!
