Alan Wake 2: Do You Need To Play The Original & American Nightmare First?

The release of Alan Wake 2 has been met with wide approval, praised for its strong storytelling and creepy atmosphere. Naturally, as a sequel to a game made in 2010, many wonder whether experience with the previous entries in the franchise is necessary to play or understand Alan Wake 2. Like many sequels, the story of Alan Wake 2 directly follows the events of the first game, but the question of whether it’s required to play other Remedy Entertainment games like Alan Wake’s American Nightmare is a bit more nuanced than a yes or no answer.