Do I Have to Play Alan Wake 1 Before Playing Alan Wake 2?
Alan Wake 2 can be enjoyed on its own, but if you want the full experience and backstory, I'd recommend playing the first one.
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Nope, you don鈥檛 have to! However, knowing what happened in the first game might make the second one more enjoyable.
Trust me, starting with the first game will make Alan Wake 2 even more thrilling! I played both and loved the continuity.
Playing the first Alan Wake will definitely give you a deeper understanding of the story and characters, but it's not absolutely necessary!
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