Alan Wake 2: Return 7: Summoning Walkthrough
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Learn how to progress Return 7: Summoning in Alan Wake 2! This walkthrough also includes information on puzzles and collectibles in this chapter.
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Precautions for Return 7
Point of No Return
When progressing Return 7: Summoning, you will only be able to go to Cauldron Lake. Therefore, the location you are allowed to explore is heavily restricted. Once you choose to continue, there is no turning back. So, make sure to collect weapons and collectibles available in the game before proceeding to this story.
| Weapons and How to Obtain Them |
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Initiation Storyline Completion is Essential
If you only proceed with Return, the progress will stop in Return 7: Summoning and the character will be forcibly switched to Alan Wake. You will also be unable to change from Alan's chapter to the Saga chapter. So, it is recommended to advance the Initiation storyline first.
Return 7: Summoning Walkthrough
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| 1 | Talk to Estevez and obtain the cell key |
| 2 | Investigate the files in the locked cell |
| 3 | Talk to Casey |
| 4 | Advance the investigation board on Wake's attack |
| 5 | Inform Estevez about the plan |
| 6 | Head to Cauldron Lake by car |
| 7 | Talk to Tor and Odin and start the performance |
| 8 | Survive the Summoning Ritual |
| 9 | Point the lamp lights at the cell |
| 10 | Enter the cell |
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1Talk to Estevez and Obtain the Cell Key
After the Scratch battle, talk to Estevez and obtain the cell key. You will be able to enter one of the Sheriff's Station cells with this key.
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2Investigate the Files in the Locked Cell
Head to the cell and investigate the files. The files in the cell will provide clues for advancing the Wake Attacked storyline.
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3Talk to Casey
Talk to Casey and obtain a clue. The clue is for the Wake Attacked storyline and opens up Scratch's profile. -
4Progress the investigation board for Wake Attacked
Scratch?
Or Wake?- Scratch was also looking for Clickers, just like Wake.
- Casey: The one who attacked Casey had Wake's face. It was always Scratch, not Wake.
- FBC file: The Dark Presence took the form of Barbara Jagger.Once you obtain a clue from Casey, progress the Wake Attacked storyline. This opens up Clickers' clue and triggers an event with Estevez.
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5Inform Estevez about the Plan
Inform Estevez about the plan. Choosing "Continue" in the options will make it impossible to change characters or explore areas. If there are unfinished tasks such as weapon collection or gathering exploration elements, make sure to complete them before progressing.
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6Head to Cauldron Lake by Car
A text will pop up saying that this is the beginning of the end of the game. Once you choose "Continue," head to Cauldron Lake by car. Doing so will advance you to Cauldron Lake, where the next events will progress.
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7Talk to Tor and Odin and start the performance
Once you arrive at Cauldron Lake, move to the lakeshore. Here, talk to Tor and Odin to start the performance. It's recommended to follow Tor and Odin's car to reach the lakeshore. -
8Survive the Summoning Ritual
Once the performance starts, enemies will appear in large numbers. Survive until the Summoning Ritual is completed. There are ammunition and healing items placed everywhere, so it's a good idea to explore before the enemies appear.
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Use Items and Light to Your Advantage
During the Summoning Ritual, you can receive support by dropping items, using Hand Flares, or any form of lighting device. Items are found in boxes, so it is recommended to position yourself below Casey and collect them as soon as they are dropped.
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Character Switch if Alan's Chapter is Not Yet Done
Once you survive the Summoning Ritual, your character will be switched forcibly to Alan's if you have not completed his chapter, Initiation. You will then have to finish his chapter before moving forward with Saga's.
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9Point the Lamp Lights at the Cell
After enduring the Summoning Ritual, you will engage in a battle with Scratch, who is in Alan's body. Move the lamp lights in the area at the cage. You can stagger Scratch by damaging him, giving you time to move the lamp lights.
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10Enter the Cell
Once the cell has been illuminated by the lamp lights, enter it to lure Scratch in. Entering the cell will end Return 7: Summoning.
| Return 6 | Return 8 |
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Return
| 1. Invitation | 2. Heart |
| 3. Local Girl | 4. Despair |
| 5. Old Gods | 6. Scratch |
| 7. Summon | 8. Deafest |
| 9. Come Home |
Initiation
| 1. Midnight | 2. Casey |
| 3. Curse | 4. We Sing |
| 5. Room 665 | 6. Return |
| 7. Mask | 8. Zane's Film |
| 9.Disappearance |
