Alan Wake 2: Beginner's Guide and Early Game Tips
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Here are early game tips and a general beginner's guide for Alan Wake 2. Includes how to quickly progress the story and collectibles to get early in the game.
Progression in the Early Game
| Progression in the Early Game | |
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| 1 | Always check your objective |
| 2 | Check the board when stuck in the story |
| 3 | Collect items while progressing as much as possible |
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1Always Check Your Objective
When progressing through the story, make sure to check the objectives. Press the triangle button to confirm the objectives and what needs to be done. If the story is not progressing, check if there are any unfinished elements before continuing.
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2Check the Board when Stuck in the Story
If you get stuck in the story, check the investigation board. By hovering over each heading and pressing the X button, you can see the number of clues and hints. If you're unsure how to progress the story, it's recommended to check the board for guidance.
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3Collect Items while Progressing
Alan Wake 2 has many collectibles, and if you aim for completion, you need to gather all of them. Try to collect items while progressing. Collectibles offer various benefits such as weapon and ability upgrades, which can be helpful for the game's progression.
Things to Remember in the Early Game
| Things to Remember in the Early Game |
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| You can check clues on the investigation board. |
| Items you inspect will be added to the map. |
You can Check Clues on the Investigation Board
On the investigation board, you can press the X button while hovering over the item you want to check to see the clues available. This can be useful when you're stuck in the story or want to know how many clues you have.
Items You Inspect will be Added to the Map
Items and facilities you visually inspect in the game will be added to the map. Even if you didn't notice them in the game's display, they will be shown on the map as long as they are within your field of view. Make sure to check the map regularly to see if there are any items you missed.
| List of Items |
Collectibles
| List of Collectibles |
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| Lunchbox |
| Cult Stash |
| Inventory Slot Upgrades |
| Nursery Rhyme Puzzle |
| Words of Power |
Lunchbox
Lunchboxes are collectibles that contain Manuscript Fragments. Manuscript Fragments are necessary for weapon enhancement, so it is recommended to actively collect them.
Cult Stash
Cult Stashes are collectibles with puzzle locks. You will need to find the code to unlock them. Since valuable weapons and other items can be found in Cult Stashes, it is recommended to search for them while progressing through the story.
Inventory Slot Upgrades
Inventory Slot Upgrades are collectibles that increase the maximum number of items you can carry. Strong items require multiple slots in the inventory, so expanding the inventory allows you to carry more items.
Nursery Rhyme Puzzle
The Nursery Rhyme Puzzle is a collectible where you can obtain item rewards by solving a puzzle. The Nursery Rhyme Puzzle involves using dolls to solve them. Since the dolls are used again in other Nursery Rhyme Puzzles, make sure to retrieve them after completing one.
Words of Power
Words of Power are collectibles that enhance Alan's abilities. Since Alan cannot upgrade his weapons directly, he relies on Words of Power to strengthen both his weapons and himself. By collecting Words of Power, players can progress through the story more advantageously.
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