Remedy Eyes Naughty Dog Crown With Alan Wake 2

Remedy Entertainment's ambition is to become a leading force in the gaming industry. Inspired by Naughty Dog, particularly their Uncharted series, Alan Wake 2 director Kyle Rowley stated their goal is to be "the European equivalent of that iconic studio."

Rowley, in a Behind The Voice podcast interview, detailed how this influence shaped Quantum Break and subsequently Alan Wake 2. He explicitly stated their aspiration to be the European counterpart to Naughty Dog.

This inspiration is clearly visible in Alan Wake 2's cinematic presentation, renowned for its stunning visuals and compelling narrative. The game's success firmly established Remedy as a top European studio.

Remedy's aspirations extend beyond the horror genre. Naughty Dog's mastery of cinematic single-player experiences, exemplified by Uncharted and The Last of Us (a PlayStation cornerstone and one of history's most decorated franchises), serves as a benchmark.

Over a year post-launch, Alan Wake 2 continues to receive updates enhancing gameplay across all platforms. These enhancements include significant optimizations for the PS5 Pro, introducing a "Balanced" graphics option that combines the strengths of the PS5 Pro Performance and Quality modes.

These updates also refined Alan Wake 2's graphical settings to ensure a smoother frame rate and reduce visual noise. In addition to the PS5 Pro improvements, minor gameplay bugs, especially within the Lake House expansion, have been addressed.