2023 turned into a phenomenal year for video game enthusiasts, boasting an incredible lineup that included titles like Baldur’s Gate 3, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and a revitalized Resident Evil 4 populating the PS5. These releases arguably represent some of the finest games ever created. Among these, a Game of the Year contender also made waves at The Game Awards and is now available at a surprisingly low price on the PlayStation Store.
Alan Wake 2, crafted by the talented team at the Finnish studio Remedy Entertainment, is currently priced at just $29.99 on the PlayStation Store. Considering its regular $59.99 price tag, this offers an impressive 50% discount for a limited time, making it a steal for PS5 owners. This deal applies to the Standard Edition, which includes the base game. For those who are sure they’ll enjoy this mysterious thriller, there’s an option to upgrade to the Deluxe Edition for an additional $10, down from the usual $20, rounding the total to $39.99 for the complete experience.
If this offer sounds enticing, you’ll need to act fast. The sale is set to end on February 27 at 2:59 A.M. ET, so don’t miss out.
The game’s description introduces players to a chilling narrative: “Fueled by the horror story, supernatural darkness invades Bright Falls, corrupting the locals and threatening the loved ones of both [Saga] Anderson and [Alan] Wake. Light is their weapon—and their safe haven — against the darkness they face. Trapped in a sinister horror story where there are only victims and monsters, can they break out to be the heroes they need to be?”
When it first hit the gaming scene in October 2023, Alan Wake 2 scored an impressive 89 on Metacritic, based on reviews from 71 critics. The game swept several categories at The Game Awards 2023, earning accolades for Best Game Direction, Narrative, and Art Direction. It also received nominations spanning Best Score and Music, Audio Design, Performance, Action/Adventure Game, and the coveted Game of the Year award.