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Alan Wake: The Writer (2010) | MyRigCheck | MyRigCheck

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Alan Wake: The Writer

The Writer is the final episodic chapter of DLC for Alan Wake, Remedy and Microsoft's harrowing horror action game. The game features the song "The Darkest Star" by Depeche Mode.

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IGDB Rating

75.2

Popularity Score

56

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Release Date

Oct 12, 2010

Game Type

Other

IGDB ID

20317

Rating Count

46

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Shooter
Adventure

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No Steam app ID — compatibility check unavailable.

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