Alan Wake’s story, characters and themes are unique and exciting, but not interesting enough for me to dissect its cryptic notions or give me an urge to replay. Apart from a few standout moments, I was more excited on seeing the destination and not so much on the journey for each main episode. Fending off waves of enemies grew tiresome in the later parts. It would have been better if more gameplay elements were added, like in the special episodes with the words. The special episodes were fun throughout and my favourites. Overall, worth playing and awaiting the second game.