Alan Wake 2 DLC explained: Night Springs & The Lake House release window & more

Alan Wake 2 is here, and considering Remedy’s track record of post-launch support for their games, players are eager to learn about the upcoming expansion packs for the Alan Wake sequel. So here’s all you need to know about Alan Wake 2 DLC.

In Alan Wake 2, players will have the opportunity to step into the role of a character who has spent 13 years in the Dark Place. The sequel introduces a new character, Saga Anderson, an FBI agent and playable character who is on a mission to unravel a series of mysterious murders.

Remedy has certainly packed the game with a lot of elements for fans to discover. However, in light of Control’s extensive post-launch support, fans are curious about what additional plans, specifically expansion packs, the developers might have for their beloved writer-turned-action hero following the release of Alan Wake 2.

Here’s everything you need to know about Alan Wake 2 DLCs along with their release dates and what they offer.

• Alan Wake 2 DLC release dates
• How to get Alan Wake 2 DLC
• Alan Wake 2 expansion packs details

Alan Wake 2 DLC release dates

Alan Wake 2 will receive two paid DLCs, the first is titled Night Springs and will be released in late Spring 2024 (subject to change) while the second DLC titled The Lake House is yet to receive a release window.

Remedy revealed the two premium DLCs prior to the game’s release along with free updates post-launch, including a Photo Mode and a New Game Plus feature named The Final Draft, which will be available in the near future.

How to get Alan Wake 2 DLC

You can get both Alan Wake 2 DLCs, Night Springs, and The Lake House, either by getting the Deluxe Upgrade add-on for the game or through the Deluxe Edition.

This will get you an Expansion Pass which is like a key that grants you access to these DLC. It’s important to note that even though you have the pass, you can only use it to unlock and access the DLCs once they have been officially released by the developers.

Alan Wake 2 expansion packs details

Here’s what to expect from the two paid DLCs for Alan Wake 2 arriving in 2024 according to the FAQ on the game’s official website:

Night Springs  

• Visions and dreams. Fiction is written and coming true. Fiction collapses and remains just words on a page. These are those stories… in Night Springs.   
• Play as several familiar characters from the world of Alan Wake and experience the unexplainable in multiple self-contained episodes of Night Springs, a fictional TV show set in the world of Alan Wake.  

The Lake House

• The Lake House is a mysterious facility situated on the shores of Cauldron Lake set up by an independent government organization to conduct secret research… until something goes wrong.   
• Explore the Lake House and embark on two separate adventures as the realities of Saga Anderson and Alan Wake collide again.

While Night Springs seems like a playful nod to The Twilight Zone, The Lake House, on the other hand, might be more substantial and will add to the lore of Alan Wake 2.

That’s all about Alan Wake 2 DLCs, we’ll update this section as more info is released. Until then, have a look at our other Alan Wake 2 guides:

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