Alan Wake 2 Is My Game Of The Year

[@ShyCorn]

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[@Evolve2112]

Spot on! I am 59 years old and been gaming since Pong in 1974. Played hundreds of games. Alan Wake 2 is the greatest game I have ever played. Thanks for your efforts in your video.

[@ShyCorn]

I’m glad you agree! I’ve been playing games for as long as I can remember, but very few experiences have stuck with me the way Alan Wake 2 will. Thank you for such a kind comment, I hope to see you around as I post more videos :)

[@ronthorn3]

Yeah playing this game with headphones is an absolute must, unless you already have a sick surround sound set up.

[@ShyCorn]

Couldn’t agree more! I tried it with both but ended up enjoying headphones the most.

[@KytexEdits]

I have both headphones and speakers, but I'm into hifi, so I heard a lot more detail on my speakers than the majority of people, but I still ask myself if I should've switched to my headphones, idk could be, but it was so beautifully crisp sounding in details :D

[@igoriksanov9539]

I'm right there with you man. I've never played anything like this. I've been playing Remedy games since Max Payne. They've always been on the technological forefront and told amazing stories but they really went above and beyond with this title. A lot of people weren't fond of the mind place mechanic but I loved it. There are layers upon layers to this story and it was a nice way to refer back specific details in case I overlooked or forgot something. I have a theory about scratch, but I could be completely wrong. There were so many moments were I was just in awe of the fidelity of this game and could've misinterpreted something because of it. Alan isn't exactly perfect and has his demons and I think scratch might be a physical manifestation of that brought to life by the power of cauldron lake and his art. Somehow it's still tied to the motives of whatever lies in the lake. I got this feeling after Alan realized he wrote return after watching Alice's video. Feel free to correct me though. Great vid btw!

[@ShyCorn]

I totally understand the criticism some people have of the mind place mechanic and how it may have slowed down the pace of the game too abruptly, but it felt so well integrated to me and served both narrative and gameplay purposes perfectly. I’m really glad to see other people thought the same thing. That’s a great point! There’s constant references to the fact that Alan has to write within the confines of the story, use what’s already there. Maybe Scratch was already there in a sense, deep inside Alan’s psyche, and Cauldron Lake set him free when the story came to life.I’m super excited to see how this plays out in DLC or a sequel. Thank you for watching!

[@HaoNguyenVan-eo5wg]

Im blown away by the production quality of the game. The visuals are stunning, the sound design is top-notch, and that musical sequence is insane. Congrats on the sponsor btw, the mic sounds great!

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you! Please check it out at the link in the description and pinned comment!

[@non43-iy1uc]

What I love about Remedy Entertainment is their consistency in delivering games that not only entertain but also challenge our perceptions of interactive storytelling.

[@ShyCorn]

I love how they mix in the live action elements :)

[@Nocturn189]

passion fits perfect. I was surprised by the musical and the 20 minute short film later in the cinema. both were so weird but fitting and f*ing creative.

[@ShyCorn]

The film caught me off guard too! I love how Remedy weaves live action into their games, it gives everything such a unique style. Thank you for watching!

[@PALAsadece]

Remedy Entertainment consistently delivers narrative-driven experiences that redefine storytelling in gaming. Their attention to detail is unmatched!

[@elcortaunas-fu7fh]

I liked playing as Alan more just because it felt scarier never knowing which shadows were real enemies

[@user-wn1rq4km6q]

So cool they brought James onto the project, can’t wait to see him in the MP remakes too

[@Beez_Churger]

Excellent choice from the soundtrack for the closing music! My personal fave with Wide Awake being a close second. Can’t wait to see what music they have made for future games!

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you for sticking around to the end of the video! Those are always my favorite moments to work on during the editing process. Good music in a game can really elevate the experience, and Remedy knocks it out of the park here.

[@MRFiFo-ll6gn]

Their approach to storytelling in games is nothing short of exceptional. Consistently craft narratives that linger in players’ minds long after the game ends

[@marcusblixenkrone-mller973]

TOKT blew me away with its design and ability to prove upon perfect and RE4R had me for 8 playthroughs straight, but AW2 has made me think long after finishing it. It has stuck with me. The way the narrative is stiched together and takes tropes you've seen before and handles them in interesting ways is absolutely incredible. This game oozes personality and vision, which is ultimately what makes it my GOTY too.

[@ShyCorn]

You put it really well. A game’a ability to stick with me after the credits roll is a huge indicator of just how special it was. There are so many games that you can beat and move onto the next one, but to have something stay with you, change your perspective, impact you in some way, is what makes games art in a way that other less interactive mediums can’t quite achieve. Thank you for watching!

[@why772]

I can't stop thinking about this game. It's a game I wish I could forget and experience again. I've never enjoyed playing a game as much as this one. It may even be one of the best experiences I've had in any medium period. It's hard to try and pick up new games now because I just keep thinking about this one. Will jump back into it after they release NG+ and can't wait for the DLC. I wish I could thank Sam Lake and all the people at Remedy for creating this masterpiece.

[@ShyCorn]

NG+ should be releasing this month according to Remedy!

[@why772]

@@ShyCorn Hopefully, would be awesome to jump back into it over the holidays

[@1srvice-wn7bf]

It was neat to see Remedy return to the idea of giving us smaller maps to explore ourselves like they wanted to do with the original game.

[@ShyCorn]

I was so happy they got to revisit that concept in this game, the pre-release footage of the first game shows how promising the idea was

[@sebthelobster]

This might be the GOAT year for video games, Mario, Zelda, final fantasy, BG3, Spider-Man 2, etc so many game of the year candidates

[@ShyCorn]

It’s been such a pleasant surprise to see so many great games release this year, I totally agree!

[@shunkun8668]

One of the best games ever made. I really hope it gets remembered by being a absolute masterpiece

[@ShyCorn]

I would love to see it win at The Game Awards this year!

[@tring-py8pk]

Absolutely supporting Alan Wake 2 for Game of the Year. Your voice and mic combo is pure excellence, great video.

[@ShyCorn]

Much appreciated! Check out the link in the description and pinned comment for the microphone!

[@fsdfsd8272]

remedy treats gaming as an art form, constantly infusing their projects with creativity and originality while still giving them depth

[@ShyCorn]

Couldn’t have said it better myself, Remedy always elevates the medium with each new game

[@Khawar_]

I was genuinely shocked by how much more challenging this game is compared to the first one! Loved the video by the way, microphone sounds pretty good!

[@ShyCorn]

Glad you enjoyed it! Check the links in the description and pinned comment for the microphone!

[@SklolSuper-nm5bh]

Remedy continually pushes boundaries with each new release. We Sing was the best thing I’ve seen all year.

[@ShyCorn]

They really do! That sequence was amazing!

[@RizwanRizwan-zo6xv]

Remedy has always excelled in creating atmospheric worlds that draw players in from the get go

[@genceo2o143]

The way Alan Wake 2 integrates light mechanics reminds me of the gameplay innovation seen in the F.E.A.R. series

[@ShyCorn]

Seeing the lighting system in action for the first time in Fear was jaw-dropping, and Alan Wake 2 felt just as revolutionary to me on a technical level

[@jubileechambers2604]

Before I even start this i agree that personally Alan Wake 2 is my game of the year. And what I ultimately came to as why is that it pushes the boundaries of games in several ways with its story, incredible moments, combination of different medias in a truly surreal, unique and almost unsettling way. It felt like a truly unique experience ive never experienced before. I feel baldur's gate 3 is more perfecting a style that it has cultivated rather than pushing the boundary forward. I also want to tack on to this the moment I saw the pictures that Alice took of her jumping that she went back into the lake. I immediately yelled when Alan said she's dead I said "she's not dead you idiot she jumped back into the lake" because looking at the pictures I went is that the lake? that's a caldera right? that's caldron lake. I was losing my mind at that moment.

[@Bighits-du9nv]

Absolutely unforgettable game, I loved Alan Wake 2 even more than the first one

[@ShyCorn]

I never expected to like it more than the first game, but I do too!

[@ristabugisbone2543]

I agree, Alan Wake 2 should definitely be Game of the Year! Your voice sounds fantastic with that microphone setup!

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you! Check it out at the link in the description or in the pinned comment!

[@florinator1879]

Amazing video!

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you so much!

[@DanhMaiCong-nt9os]

Absolutely, Alan Wake 2 deserves Game of the Year! Also, your voice sounds amazing with that mic!

[@ShyCorn]

Thanks! The link for the microphone is in the description and pinned comment!

[@ramiro3701]

I kinda enjoyed the gameplay of the first Alan Wake more, but I’m still excited we got a sequel

[@user-se4kh2ko3z]

Alan Wake 2 is my pick for Game of the Year! And your voice? It’s like music through that microphone!

[@ShyCorn]

I really appreciate that! You can get the microphone at the link in the description and pinned comment!

[@ThisisChannel-fq4mf]

genuinely impressed by how professional the audio from that mic sounds

[@ShyCorn]

I agree, it sounds great! Check the microphone out at the link in the description and pinned comment!

[@victoe3036]

Love your videos but never played the alan wake games so ill come back when ive finished them

[@ShyCorn]

I hope you like them!

[@shadowweaver1599]

So I think complete edition for one is probably like 20 bucks if not I'm wouldn't be surprised if it was on sale soon for black friday which includes the 2 dlcs. Then if you like that it's worth buying 2 if not we'll you saved 60bucks.

[@ShyCorn]

It's definitely easier to get a copy of the first one now that it's back on Steam, and that version includes all of the DLC. I'd say you can safely skip American Nightmare if needed though.

[@victoe3036]

​@@ShyCorn I think I got the Alan wake remastered from the playstation subscription and I only knew that it was made by remedy but I just never played it for some reason

[@ShyCorn]

That's a great way to play it! I believe it even includes some extra story content not found in the original.

[@FurTheWorkers]

I describe that one part as the best 20 minutes of a game I have ever played

[@ShyCorn]

It was such a surprise, I’m always going to remember that level!

[@Allmylife-wx3xq]

Way better than your last video, you should cover what you’re actually interested in more often

[@imrankhan-xk1qi]

Love the song choice at the end, microphone sounds good too dude!

[@ShyCorn]

Check the description for a link to the song! While you’re there you can check out the link to the microphone too!

[@nathji3295]

Awesome job! Keep it up man you’re growing fast!

[@ShyCorn]

Hoping to hit 50K by the end of the year! Thank you!

[@jAYD956]

Game of the Year might be a stretch for Alan Wake 2, but it surely deserves to win something this year

[@basicvideos699]

The gameplay of the original Alan Wake had a special charm for me that I miss in this one.

[@topxuligan2879]

Will definitely check out that microphone, I’ve wanted to start a podcast with some friends for a while now

[@ShyCorn]

I've been toying with the idea of starting a podcast too! It's a fantastic microphone, be sure to use the link in the description or pinned comment to check it out!

[@shadowweaver1599]

I loved one when it first came out bought the complete edition and just recently finished it. Now im ready to play 2. Between that and robo cop. I right on the fence about waiting for a sale and buying full price because at the moment i can only get them digital and i like physical more because i can resell it and get something for it to buy another game. I have also heard you didnt need to play one to enjoy 2 but i have also heard you should play one to understand 2. I haven't played 2 yet but i have to agree. People should play one first because if you enjoy one you will probably really enjoy 2. Where if you don't enjoy 1,then you definitely wont enjoy 2. But i feel thats they way it is with alot of sequels.

[@ShyCorn]

I just got my hands on RoboCop and hope to play through it soon! I'd still recommend playing through the first game to get the full effect of Alan Wake 2, but the gameplay itself is different enough that I could see people enjoying one more than the other in that aspect.

[@moomooman_]

I played Alan wake one first before I played 2, I am so glad I did because I knew the basis of everything that was happening and understood all the nods to the original game. If I didn’t play it first I guarantee I would not of enjoyed it as much as I did, and that made it my goty

[@ShyCorn]

Even with Alan Wake 2 being as accessible as it is to newcomers, I'd definitely recommend playing in order like that to get the full experience. I'm glad to see other people share the opinion of this being GOTY!

[@tobr7853]

Great video

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you!

[@Loveredx-un7gg]

I hope we get a full Alan Wake 3 to close out the series!

[@ShyCorn]

Even if the DLCs end the series it’s been a fantastic run :)

[@mirzada3561]

No doubt, Alan Wake 2 is a Game of the Year contender! Also, your voice sounds amazing with that microphone setup (it sounded terrible before)

[@ShyCorn]

Check it out at the link in the description and in the pinned comment!

[@ytnotgeo]

Glad to see the FBC don’t ruin the game, awesome video! Your microphone sounded fantastic!

[@ShyCorn]

I was so relieved to see how they handled the FBC. Thank you for watching! Be sure to use the link in the description and the pinned comment to check out the microphone!

[@user-ej6dw1yh8v]

Great content! Just a small suggestion: maybe consider increasing the music volume a bit

[@Arafatarafat-pt3xj]

Sam Lake looks so happy playing Alex

[@ShyCorn]

Everyone looked like they were having a blast, I loved all of the live action sequences

[@abyss6114]

Really enjoyed the video! Only thing, I think the music could’ve been a touch louder. Your audio was fine though, sounded good with your new microphone.

[@ShyCorn]

Thanks for the tip! I was using new headphones while editing this one, might need to readjust my settings accordingly. Glad you liked the microphone! Be sure to check it out at the link in the description and pinned comment!

[@marvinfucku3657]

Can’t wait to see what they do in Control 2 or AW3

[@eso_2]

I appreciate Alan Wake’s attempt at a unique concept, but it didn’t grip me like other horror games have before

[@ShyCorn]

It's not as easy to jump into like some other horror games are, that's understandable

[@fgdffgftfx5-kk6mi]

Personally, I found the gameplay in the original Alan Wake more appealing, but let’s see how the rest of the series plays out

[@SmsmS-cp7en]

We should’ve seen more of Mr Door I wanted to figure out who exactly he was

[@ShyCorn]

Hopefully in DLC or possibly Control 2!

[@suii-kt5qp]

Great video! Really enjoyed it!

[@ShyCorn]

Thanks so much!

[@Yousafzaihamad]

I wish Barry was in the game instead of just the manuscript pages

[@ShyCorn]

I don’t think he would fit with the darker tone of this entry, but I’m glad they didn’t completely write him off and we got snippets of what he’s been up to since the ending of the first game

[@Rodinov_Claw]

GOTY!

[@ShyCorn]

I'm so happy it got nominated, I'd love to see it win!

[@karnkashyap2743]

What is your next video going to be about? Your new mic sounds fabulous ^~^

[@ShyCorn]

I just announced my next video, head over to my community tab! Thank you! The microphone is available at the link in the description and in the pinned comment!

[@abclimadasar-lv9ky]

Keep up the good work!

[@ShyCorn]

Thanks, will do!

[@audian666]

haven't finished yet, but my GOTY as well!

[@ShyCorn]

I’m glad! Definitely come back to the video once you’ve finished, I’d love to hear your thoughts on the rest of the game!

[@houman2009]

Best game ever a true masterpiece

[@trtrtr-bq4hq]

Alan Wake 2 has my vote for Game of the Year!

[@salamatuzakbayev5724]

I don’t think Alan Wake 2 should win Game of the Year, but it’s definitely a frontrunner in other categories

[@StshohidEntertainment-zq7lr]

This deserves more views.

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you, I really appreciate that! Please share it around online if you can, that would help a ton!

[@moonlight-kv7ox]

Who else was taken aback by the difficulty spike in this sequel?

[@ShyCorn]

Definitely threw me for a loop but I love the way combat works now

[@ryanpost1446]

It's a tough one between alan wake 2 , lies of p and starfeild for me.

[@ShyCorn]

I haven’t had a chance to play Lies of P yet but it looks incredible! I love the Souls games, so it looks right up my alley

[@ryanpost1446]

@ShyCorn hope I see you post a video one day with "lies of p" in the title lol

[@hafzaquen022]

Thanks for this! Not sure it’s my kind of game though

[@ShyCorn]

Totally understandable, thank you for watching!

[@jumazv7811]

Totally agree with everything 👍

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you for watching! Glad to see such great reception to the video!

[@anthonywolfe4427]

The gameplay dynamics in the original Alan Wake just clicked better for me compared to this one.

[@VNTMstreded-dd5tm]

Do you plan to make longer videos like your SH2 one in the future?

[@ShyCorn]

Eventually! I really enjoyed making that one, and would love to make even longer videos in the future, but only if I can do it up to a certain quality standard that I'd be proud of. I just announced my next video on my community tab, go check it out if you can!

[@chris-kf6yk]

I remember breezing through the first game, but this one?

[@ShyCorn]

It’s definitely more challenging!

[@understand-ys5fl]

I hate to say it, but Alan Wake 2 didn’t click with me as much as other horror games do. Coming from Amnesia The Bunker to this felt jarring.

[@ShyCorn]

Fair enough! It’s definitely not for everyone, but it’s awesome you gave it a chance to begin with. I need to try out The Bunker, I’ve heard great things about it!

[@Cricket_12319]

Tough call between this and Spider-Man honestly

[@ShyCorn]

I really liked Spider-Man 2 but Alan Wake 2 is going to be burned into my memory for a long time

[@paraspinou-zy9pj]

Not my top choice but it was still pretty fun

[@Amansingh-qe4bf]

It was pretty glitchy for me on PS5, not sure how it ran well for you.

[@ShyCorn]

I was playing on PC, unfortunately I don't have a point of comparison for console performance. I hope the glitches got patched out for you so you could enjoy the rest of the game though!

[@2nd-tv2nv]

Do I need to play American Nightmare to understand this one? Or just the first game?

[@ShyCorn]

I'd say just the first game and DLC, but American Nightmare is a great little arcade-y experience that scratches the itch for more gameplay in the style of the original title

[@Crappymap-yp4bd]

I know Alan Wake has a fanbase, but compared to other horror games, it just didn’t resonate with me. Silent Hill and Resident Evil set the bar high for me in terms of storytelling and scares.

[@ShyCorn]

I’d definitely say Alan Wake is its own separate thing as far as horror game series go, totally understandable if you don’t like it compared to other games

[@mastitime4012]

Will you have another video out in December???

[@ShyCorn]

Hopefully! I’ll be announcing my next video soon!

[@Chaitanya1Rajesh]

I’m in awe. Pun intended.

[@ShyCorn]

Clever! Thanks for watching!

[@eyourchannel-hv3ji]

Scratch feels kind of weak compared to Barbra Jagger

[@ShyCorn]

I really like where they’re taking Scratch, and I do hope we see him expanded on so he feels more three dimensional

[@dfbg780]

BG3 should win over this

[@ShyCorn]

The BG3 devs have done something incredible with their game, I can’t deny that. Alan Wake 2 is my personal favorite game this year, but I’m always happy to see people connecting with and talking about the games they love!

[@KM7.jr94]

Why did you post this in 8K??

[@ShyCorn]

Helps with video compression that occurs after uploading!

[@kill3rNick]

W video

[@ShyCorn]

Thank you! Please share the channel around online if you can!

[@Christineduhh]

haha silly corn

[@ShyCorn]

:)

[@zurokungt6611]

The dlc can’t come soon enough

[@ShyCorn]

Glad to hear you agree! Thank you so much, be sure to check out the microphone by using the link in the description and pinned comment!

[@SHAW_P._LIPHT]

It’s not a joke it’s a meme

[@ShyCorn]

I’ve gotta wonder what line will close out the next game!

[@user-up8ku7xl1n]

Alan is kinda lip biting emoji

[@ShyCorn]

What does this mean!

[@317GUY]

I think Baldur’s gate 3 is a better game

[@mariolopez-kl4tk]

baldurs gate 3 is GOTY

[@ShyCorn]

It's a fantastic game for sure! I think it's got a really good chance at winning GOTY at this year's game awards. Alan Wake 2 is just my own personal GOTY!

[@youmukonpaku916]

Alan Wake 2 is goty. See, I can do it too. :

[@ShyCorn]

If nothing else I know Youmu Konpaku always has my back 😤

[@katman2192]

Games like alan wake is the reason we are gamers so dont compare it to rpgs which are based on dopamine from looting items

[@JC-kl3uc]

@@katman2192You have no idea what good RPG is, if you think it's all about dopamine from looting items. Diablo spoiled people's percpection of the genre somehow.