Alan Wake 2 Update 1.2.7 Now Available

Alan Wake 2 Update 1.2.7: Enhancements and Fixes

Quality-of-life improvements across all platforms, with specific enhancements for PS5 Pro.
Enhancements include fixes for minor issues and graphics adjustments, particularly within the Lake House DLC.
Over 50 games optimized for PS5 Pro, including Alan Wake 2, delivering an upgraded gaming experience.

The latest update for Alan Wake 2, version 1.2.7, has been released by Remedy Entertainment, introducing a range of quality-of-life enhancements aimed at enriching the gaming experience. This update enhances gameplay not only on all platforms but particularly brings notable improvements to PlayStation 5 Pro users.

The Alan Wake 2 Experience

Launched in October 2023, Alan Wake 2 serves as a psychological survival horror sequel to its acclaimed 2010 predecessor. The game continues the haunting story involving protagonists Alan Wake and Saga Anderson as they battle against menacing supernatural elements. Garnering multiple Game of the Year accolades, it rapidly became Remedy Entertainment’s best-selling title, captivating players and critics alike with its immersive atmosphere and compelling narrative.

Key Features of Update 1.2.7

Even a year post-launch, Alan Wake 2 maintains a strong update schedule to optimize gameplay across platforms. Update 1.2.7 emphasizes visual fidelity and gameplay smoothness, particularly for PS5 Pro users. The new “Balanced” graphics mode has been introduced, effectively merging the Quality mode’s raytracing features with Performance mode’s resolution to ensure a target of 40fps. Adjustments have also been made to the Performance mode settings, leading to more stable framerate and a refined image quality. In addition, players can now toggle the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) feature on or off, providing more control over their visual experience.

Alongside the graphics enhancements for PS5 Pro, this update addresses several minor gameplay issues, particularly within the Lake House expansion, which has emerged as one of the standout DLCs of 2024. It introduces players to Federal Bureau of Control (FBC) Agent Kiran Estevez as she explores the mysterious Lake House, a secret facility where experiments have gone awry. This expansion expands the universe with new adversaries known as “The Painted,”who pose unique challenges that cannot be countered with conventional weapons.

Broader Impacts on Gaming

Alan Wake 2 is part of an extensive trend, with more than 50 games optimized for the PS5 Pro, showcasing the console’s enhanced graphical and processing capabilities. Recent titles, including the critically acclaimed Black Myth: Wukong, have also received similar updates, improving visual and performance metrics to heighten player experience.

Patch Notes for Alan Wake 2 Update 1.2.7

Improvements and Additions

[PS5 Pro] New “Balanced” graphics mode added, requiring displays capable of achieving 120Hz refresh rates. This mode integrates raytracing settings from Quality mode with Performance mode resolution, targeting 40fps.
[PS5 Pro] Adjusted visual settings in Performance mode for a more consistent framerate.
[PS5 Pro] Enhanced raytracing settings in Quality and Balanced modes to reduce image noise.
[PS5 Pro] PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) toggle option added.

Fixes

[The Lake House] Corrected manuscript collectibles displaying incorrect pages in Saga’s Mind Place.
[The Lake House] Resolved audio issues in the “Welcome to the Lake House” video collectible.
Additional minor fixes and optimizations implemented.

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