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.
The Anniversary Update: A Year of Feedback Culminates in Enhanced Gameplay
Remedy Entertainment expressed gratitude to its fanbase, marking the game's near-anniversary. The update introduces numerous accessibility options, including infinite ammo and one-hit kills, catering to a wider range of players. PS5 users will also enjoy improved DualSense functionality, with haptic feedback integrated for healing items and throwable objects. Horizontal axis inversion is also added for customized control.
Beyond accessibility, the update incorporates numerous quality-of-life (QoL) improvements based on player feedback. Remedy actively collected and implemented suggestions to refine the overall experience.
The newly introduced "Gameplay Assist" menu offers a suite of toggles, providing players with extensive control over gameplay difficulty:
- Quick turn
- Automatic QTE completion
- Single-tap button actions
- 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 demonstrates Remedy's commitment to post-launch support and player satisfaction, ensuring a more inclusive and enjoyable Alan Wake 2 experience for all.