Alan Wake 2 has met and exceeded expectations, according to the first wave of reviews from major gaming outlets. Almost all the scores are near perfect, making it one of the most highly-rated games this year.
The game received perfect scores from renowned outlets like Dexerto, Gamereactor UK, GamesHub, Screen Rant, VGC, Gamespot, GamesRadar+, Player 2, TheSixthAxis, and XboxEra. Each gave the game a flawless 10/10 rating. Close behind, Carole Quintaine, CGMagazine, and God is a Geek marked the game with an almost perfect 9.5/10.
While most reviewers are singing the game’s praises, IGN, COGconnected, GamingTrend, Jeuxvideo, Windows Central, and Wccftech gave it a still impressive 9/10. Below, you can find the scores as per their reviewers.
Alan Wake 2 Reviews
- Dexerto: 10/10
- Gamereactor UK: 10/10
- GamesHub: 10/10
- Screen Rant: 10/10
- VGC: 10/10
- Gamespot: 10/10
- GamesRadar+: 10/10
- Player 2: 10/10
- TheSixthAxis: 10/10
- XboxEra: 10/10
- Carole Quintaine: 9.5/10
- CGMagazine: 9.5/10
- God is a Geek: 9.5/10
- IGN: 9/10
- COGconnected: 9/10
- GamingTrend: 9/10
- Jeuxvideo: 9/10
- Windows Central: 9/10
- Wccftech: 9/10
- Metro GameCentral: 6/10
While the majority of critics highly recommend the game, Metro GameCentral offered a notably lower score, awarding it a 6/10.
The near-unanimous high scores suggest that Alan Wake 2 delivers a top-tier gaming experience. If you’re a fan of narrative-driven adventures, action-packed gameplay, or enjoy a solid scare, this game appears to have something for everyone.
If you are still debating whether to buy Alan Wake 2, these reviews should make your decision easier. With near-universal acclaim, the game has set a high standard for survival horror titles and the broader video game industry. And with extra content and features in the pipeline, Alan Wake 2 promises to keep players interested for quite a while. Keep an eye out for updates on what is already one of the year’s most notable releases.
