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Alan Wake's American Nightmare

Xbox 360
Release Date
February 22, 2012
Genres
Adventure, Shooter
Themes
Action, Science fiction, Horror, Survival, Drama
Game Type
Standalone expansion
Platforms
Xbox 360, PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game Modes
Single-player
Player Perspective
Third person
Alternate Titles
AWAN, Alan Wake: Night Springs
IGDB Rating
74.2/100
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Overview

Alan Wake's American Nightmare is a standalone expansion to the psychological horror action-adventure game Alan Wake, developed by Remedy Entertainment. The story shifts to an alternate reality where Alan Wake finds himself in a small Arizona town. Here, he faces off against his evil doppelgänger, Mr. Scratch, a murderous entity intent on destroying everything Alan holds dear. The gameplay involves exploring the town, battling new and familiar supernatural enemies, and uncovering pieces of the narrative through manuscripts and other clues. The expansion introduces new weapons and combat mechanics while maintaining the series' focus on the use of light to combat darkness. The narrative explores themes of duality and reality, offering a more action-oriented experience compared to the original game.

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Releases and Editions

  • Xbox 360 | 2012-02-22
  • PC (Microsoft Windows) | 2012-05-22

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