Alan Wake 2: Night Springs
- June 8, 2024
- Remedy Entertainment
The Night Springs DLC lets you go all out with the gameplay of Alan Wake 2 while presenting short and stunning narratives.
Night Springs sets players on a path through the enigmatic Dark Place, a realm where reality bends and twists under the influence of Alan Wake’s frantic imagination. As Wake writes scripts for the “Night Springs” TV show—a task he hopes will lead him to an escape route—he unwittingly distorts reality even further. The expansion unfolds across three stylized episodes, transforming familiar characte…
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Playstation 5
Xbox Series X|S
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Reviews
- Extremely entertaining narratives across three episodes that showcase Remedy's trademark visual presentation.
- Unique and outrageous storytelling that blends humor, horror, and genre-bending gameplay.
- Well-paced action with stunning visuals and a fantastic choice of cast, enhancing the overall experience.
- Short length of the DLC leaves players wanting more and may disappoint those seeking a substantial experience.
- Stripped-down gameplay compared to the base game, with some simplistic elements.
- Reuses environments from the base game, which may feel repetitive to some players.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the expansion is characterized by its short length and simplified mechanics, which may disappoint players seeking depth, though it remains enjoyable. The DLC offers a mix of unique narratives and genre-bending elements, enhancing the overall experience with fun, action-driven gameplay and engaging storytelling. Overall, while some aspects may feel stripped down, the gameplay still delivers moments of excitement and creativity.
“Outrageously weird and unique, fantastic choice of cast, three completely different stories, wonderful remix of gameplay in Time Breaker, the right kind of reuse.”
“Genre-bending gameplay deepens Remedy’s connected universe, as moody and beautiful as the main game, hilarious fan service.”
“The expansion's short length, a little over two and a half hours, and its stripped-down gameplay will inevitably disappoint those looking for something more substantial.”
“The gameplay is stripped down compared to the base game, leaving the player wanting for more.”
“The night springs DLC lets you go all out with the gameplay of Alan Wake 2 while presenting short and stunning narratives.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stunning visuals and exceptional art direction, which enhance the well-paced action and support the three engaging narratives. The implementation of a multiverse is also highlighted as a significant visual achievement.
“The stunning visuals and art direction truly elevate the experience.”
“The graphics are beautifully crafted, showcasing a vibrant multiverse.”
“The well-paced action is complemented by breathtaking graphics.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its genre-bending gameplay and clever fan service, which adds a lighthearted touch to the otherwise moody and beautiful atmosphere of the main game, enhancing Remedy's interconnected universe.
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with hilarious fan service that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“The genre-bending gameplay is not only engaging but also filled with witty moments that add to the overall experience.”
“The game balances its moody and beautiful atmosphere with a perfect dose of humor, making it a joy to play.”
Critic Reviews
Alan Wake 2: Night Springs Review – Unpredictable Narrative Insanity
With its three entertaining scenarios showcasing Remedy Entertainment's narrative and visual design prowess, the Alan Wake 2: Night Springs expansion is a more than worthy DLC for all fans of the base game and the Finnish developer, provided they can keep their expectations in check. The expansion's short length, a little over two and a half hours, and its stripped-down gameplay will inevitably disappoint those looking for something more substantial
85%Alan Wake 2 Night Springs DLC Review – Surreal Shorts
Night Springs is the rare DLC that both retains a bit of everything from its base game and improves upon it. Alan Wake 2 already has a lot going for it, but its first DLC has its characteristic cheesiness, creepiness, and cosmic-ness across three chapters. It runs a bit short, but it’s a great supernatural sampler of Alan Wake at its best.
90%Alan Wake 2: Night Springs Review (Xbox Series X
Late last year, Alan Wake 2 surprised us by how different a take it was from the first Alan Wake, and Remedy's venture into the true unknowns of the universe is carried on here with Night Springs. You'll have to wade through some of the team's weird multiverse stuff, which isn't always the easiest to understand, but that hasn't hampered our enjoyment of recent Remedy titles - and it doesn't here, either.
90%
