Types and Differences in Difficulty
Types of Difficulty
| Type | Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Story | Recommended if you want to experience only the story at the lowest difficulty |
| Normal | Enjoy both story and combat with good balance |
| Hard | A hard mode where you cannot clear without strategic combat |
Story is Low Difficulty
Story difficulty is the lowest difficulty mode, making enemies easier to defeat while allowing your character to take more damage. It is recommended for players who want to focus more on the story and puzzle-solving.
Normal is Well-Balanced Difficulty
Normal difficulty is a well-balanced mode where you have to give equal focus to both the story and combat. While enjoying the story and solving puzzles, you'll also need to consider your ammunition count and enemy routes during combat.
Hard is High Difficulty with Stronger Enemies
Hard difficulty is where enemies become significantly stronger, while weapon power and health recovery rates decrease. Without strategic play, you may run out of ammunition or be caught off guard by enemy ambushes. If you want to focus on the story, it is recommended to clear the game on a different difficulty first before playing through it again on Hard.
Difficulty Differences
| Difficulty Difference Points |
|---|
| Story does not change |
| Enemy strength differs |
| Weapon power differs |
| Health recovery rate differs |
Story Does Not Change
In Alan Wake 2, the story does not change depending on difficulty. If you want to prioritize the story, choose Story difficulty. If you want challenging gameplay, choose Normal or Hard.
Enemy Strength Differs
Enemy health and attack power differ depending on difficulty. If combat is difficult for you, choose Story; if you want to enjoy combat as well, choose Normal; if you want to struggle through it, choose Hard.
Weapon Power Differs
Weapon power differs depending on difficulty. At Story difficulty, weapon power is high and you are less likely to run out of ammunition, but at Hard difficulty, weapon power is low and you use more bullets, so you are more likely to run out of ammunition.
Health Recovery Rate Differs
The health recovery rate changes depending on difficulty. You can see the recovery amount from recovery items and when entering safe zones. At higher difficulties, you will need to progress with extra care in avoiding enemy attacks.
Related Articles
List of All Collectibles
| Alan Wake 2 Collectibles Guide | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Lunch Box |  Cult Stash |  Nursery Rhyme |  Koskela Brother Commercial |
 Manuscript |  Echo |  Words of Power |  Weapons |
Recommended Articles
| Recommended Articles | |
|---|---|
 Story Walkthrough |  Beginner's Guide and Early Game Tips |
 Combat Tips and Battle System |  Weapon Upgrade Method |
 How to Increase Inventory |  Trophy List |
Useful Guides
| Alan Wake 2 Useful Guides | |
|---|---|
 List of Break Room Locations |  How to Heal |
 How to Use Mind Place |  Difficulty Types and Differences |
 Clear Time and Volume |  How to Switch Stories |
 How to Save | |
Product Guide
| Alan Wake 2 Product Guide | |
|---|---|
 Game Review |  Metascore and Review |
 Differences and Similarities to Previous Title |  Will There Be DLC? |
 Edition Differences and Bonus List |  Supported Platforms List |
 Why There's No Physical Release |  Voice Cast List |
Item List and Charms
| Alan Wake 2 Database | |
|---|---|
 Item List |  Charm List |
