2023-10-31 11:57:00
Update (10/31/2023) – GS
Last week, we had the launch of the acclaimed Alan Wake 2, which, as expected, made the thirteen year wait between the release of the first game pay off.
As revealed by Remedy Entertainmentthe game would feature features optimized for current-gen consoles, but according to Digital Foundry’s in-depth analysis, the game performs better on Xbox Series X than PS5.
According to the analysis, the version for Microsoft’s most powerful console not only features stunning visuals, but also takes significant steps forward in terms of performance modes. The Series X version stands out as it offers a variety of modes with subtle differences in visual fidelity.
One of Alan Wake 2’s standout features is its ability to cater to different preferences. On Series X, gamers can choose between quality and performance modes. Performance mode is designed for a smoother experience, aiming to hit 60 frames per second, and it generally achieves this goal impressively. There are occasional frame drops while moving and in specific areas, but for the most part it provides a consistent and smooth gameplay experience.
Quality mode maintains a stable 30 frames per second, with only one area that fails to achieve this goal. Series X demonstrates remarkable scalability, adapting well to various performance demands while delivering exceptional visual quality.
The Series S, Microsoft’s most affordable console, delivers a 30 fps experience without the option for a higher frame rate. The console has similar visual settings with the performance mode of the Series The Series S performs well within its capabilities, offering stable frame rates with only occasional dips in more demanding areas.
In comparison, the PS5 version doesn’t perform as well as the Series The Series X, on the other hand, has fewer of these performance issues, offering a smoother experience overall, albeit with slightly longer loading times.
Although the PC version of Alan Wake 2 remains the best choice, with its incredible path-traced lighting, high image quality thanks to DLSS and the potential for high frame rates, the console ports also bring work. very consistent. The visual experience on consoles is high, even if they don’t have the refinement of the PC.
For console gamers, Alan Wake 2 is a compelling experience on all systems. Performance and Quality modes on current-gen consoles are carefully calibrated, with Performance mode on Series X standing out as a fantastic option despite the higher performance demands. However, each console presents some common problems, such as shadow aliasing, problems with reflections and irregularities in image quality. There are also occasional bugs, such as cutscene audio sync errors in the Xbox versions.
In short, Alan Wake 2 is a triumph on all consoles, a visual masterpiece that is worthy of praise even on the Series S. While there is room for improvement, especially in the case of the PS5, to achieve a more consistent performance target, the game is an impressive feat.
So, are you already playing Alan Wake 2?
Original text – 10/23/2023
Alan Wake 2: Remedy guarantees optimization on PS5 and Xbox with DualSense resources
Alan Wake 2 will be released this week for Xbox Series S, However, today the developer assured that the game will not have performance issues on consoles.
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The announcement was made by Thomas Puha, communications director at Remedy, on X (formerly Twitter), where he said there is no reason to worry about Alan Wake 2’s performance on consoles.
As I said, we take great care with the consoles, focusing on them. I think most of you will be pleasantly surprised.
This makes us imagine that Remedy must have optimized the game very well for Sony and Microsoft platforms, given that the requirements to play Alan Wake 2 on PC are high compared to other current games.
Folks worrying about the console versions of AW2… smh and I am smiling. As I’ve said, we’ve taken great care on consoles, focused on those. I think most of you will be very positively surprised.
— Thomas Puha (@RiotRMD) October 23, 2023
It is worth remembering that Remedy has already revealed that Alan Wake 2 will have a performance mode on the Xbox Series X and PS5 that will allow you to play at 60 fps “most of the time”, while the Xbox Series S will only have a 30 fps mode.
Furthermore, the developer highlights that Alan Wake 2 will have exclusive features for those who play with the DualSense on PS5 or PC.
DualSense support. For example, “feel” rain patter on the controller. Each weapon feels different on the trigger, so a shotgun will be markedly different from the crossbow. You can ofc turn this stuff off if you want. Also supported on PC if you use the DualSense there.
— Thomas Puha (@RiotRMD) October 22, 2023
For example, “feel” the pitter-patter of rain on the controller. Every gun has a different trigger feel, so a shotgun will be markedly different from the crossbow. You can turn these things off if you want. Also PC compatible if you use the DualSense there.
Despite the statements, some users still suspect that Alan Wake 2 will be able to run fully on consoles, which we will only be able to confirm from October 27th, when the game will be released globally.
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