Remedy Entertainment has announced a major free update for Alan Wake 2 titled "The Final Draft," arriving on December 11th. This update unveils the New Game Plus mode along with new story content, difficulty options, and optimizations.
Alan Wake 2 The Final Draft Release Date
Alan Wake 2 The Final Draft update will launch on Monday, December 11th, 2023 at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET across all platforms where Alan Wake 2 is available, including PC (Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The update will roll out globally over the day, so some regions may receive access slightly earlier or later.
The headlining feature is a New Game Plus mode, allowing players to restart Alan Wake 2 while retaining all previously earned weapons, character upgrades, and collectibles. This creates an opportunity to replay the story using end-game strength to discover new outcomes.
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Exclusive New Content in Alan Wake 2 The Final Draft
Remedy also promises new story content exclusive to New Game Plus, including an alternate ending that will "spark speculation and theories" among fans. Additional lore will be uncovered through new manuscript pages and in-game videos.
Other Additions
On top of the narrative enhancements, The Final Draft update brings a range of gameplay tweaks:
- Nightmare Difficulty - Intensified enemies and challenge for seasoned players
- Optimization - Improved performance and bug fixes
- Weapon Access - Unlocked gear found in the first available shoebox
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How to Unlock New Game Plus
To access the Alan Wake 2 New Game Plus mode and new content, players simply need to complete one full playthrough of the main campaign first.
So rally your strength and brace for Alan Wake 2 The Final Draft. An even darker Alan Wake 2 adventure awaits on December 11th for those bold enough to replay the nightmare.
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