Since its release, much of the debate surrounding Alan Wake has centred in its enigmatic ending. Its ambiguity left some feeling cheated while others felt it complemented the style of the narrative. However, any arguments over the finale are put to rest right at the beginning of The Signal. Much like the episodes of the first game, the DLC ‘special feature’ begins with a recap of the events so far, simultaneously clearing up any questions about the conclusion of the main game. It then picks up immediately after and kicks into high gear almost straight away. Unlike the previous episodes, there is no down time before the action ramps up and from the off, Alan is under threat.
CVG: Kirby looks set to make his return in a Wii game in the next 12 months as Hoshi No Kirby (Kirby Of The Stars) has appeared on Nintendo's latest release schedule.
The new schedule was released as part of Nintendo's Financial Results Briefing and Hoshi No Kirby appears alongside the Legend Of Zelda (Temp) in the list.
However, the release dates for both games are listed as TBA and neither appears in the Europe or US sections of the schedule. It's also worth pointing out that Hoshi No Kirby also appeared in last year's Financial Results Briefing.
The 90-minute DLC continues immediately after where the main game ends, offering a chance to beef up that abrupt “conclusion”
Whatever happen to Remedy? Are they still an independent developer
Yes, after Alan Wake they moved on to launch Quantum Break, and currently are working on a new game with no systems announced for it.
They went multiplatform so as a PlayStation 4 owner I'm looking forward to what they bring out.
@solidsnake while you are entitled to your opinion, Alan wake was one of the best games of last gen.
Maybe it's just a physical game they play in the studio. Like tag or hide and seek.
The Signal and The Writer don't just offer clarity they are the continuation and true ending of the game. I love that game but I'm not a fan of the practice of DLC conclusions. This game, Dead Space 3, Dead Rising 4 others I can't quite remember.
I think this game was an example of something with a full blown sequel planned but MS dictated that they'd only be willing to fund dlc and a smaller game.
Had the game been more successful I think we'd have seen an Alan Wake 2 by now.
Loved this game... ms had so many great games last gen and gen before that, sadly i could only imagine what it would of been like with the 1x with sequels like this game and perfect dark, brute force, ninja Gaige now would be insane! Crimson skies, kameo...
Damn ms why you gave up on so many great franchises? I’m sure I’m missing many more games!
The two expansion packs for Remedy Entertainment's 2010 Xbox 360 thriller Alan Wake are now free. You can grab The Signal and The Writer on Xbox Live right now at no cost.
I think they do require Alan wake. On the Xbox site it says "This add-on works with Alan wake".
American nightmare is the only one that's independent.
You are correct, Spicelicka, both free episodes are add ons to Alan Wake. American Nightmare is the only stand alone. Interesting thing I noticed while looking the content up though... There's a 6 episode, live action prequel called Bright Falls on the marketplace I didn't know they made. I'm thinking about ckecking it out but I want to read into it a bit more.
Cool does anyone know when they will send codes out for those who preordered quantum break I still havent got mine and want to play american nightmare after I am done with it. Quantum break has been great so far
american nightmare took 2weeks after I preorderd QB and Alan Wake is 7-10 days after release of QB
Did that game do well? I remember playing it at a friends and being so surprised that it doesn't have more recognition.
The episodes/chapters in AW are 2.5-3 hrs long. The Signal DLC is 1.5 hrs long. The dlc is FREE to first time buyers of AW, otherwise it will cost $7 and well worth the buy if AW is a game you enjoyed.
I really enjoyed AW and the DLC. While not shedding much light on the whole is it AW ( real Vs fiction? ) or is it Zane controversy, the dlc featured some incredible gameplay and should not be missed.
IMO, 6.5 ( solid 8 for me ) is too low a score, especially considering the dlc was FREE. The next installment will be titled the writer and I expect it will clear alot of the story up. The AW story is a very complicated one and really kept gamers on there toes. Looking forward to whatever Remedy decides to do.