Is Alan Wake 2 Coming to Steam?

Curious about the availability of Alan Wake 2 on Steam? Our comprehensive guide explores why the game is not on Steam and what that means for PC gamers.
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Alan Wake 2 has been a hot topic among gamers, particularly those who prefer the PC platform. The game is available on various consoles, but its absence from the popular PC gaming platform, Steam, has left many puzzled.

This guide will delve into why Alan Wake 2 is not on Steam and the speculation on if it will ever come to the PC gaming distribution platform.

Is Alan Wake 2 Available on Steam?

If you’re wondering whether Alan Wake 2 will grace your Steam library, the short answer is no. The game is an Epic Games Store exclusive, leaving Steam users in the lurch for now.

Why Alan Wake 2 Isn’t on Steam and What It Means

Alan Wake 2 is not available on Steam primarily because of its publisher, Epic Games, which owns the distribution rights. This exclusivity to the Epic Games Store is part of Epic’s strategy to compete with Steam. Interestingly, previous titles from the same developer, such as Alan Wake and Alan Wake’s American Nightmare, were available on Steam. Even Control, another game from the same developer, Remedy Entertainment, was initially an Epic Games Store exclusive but later transitioned to Steam. This history adds a layer of complexity to the absence of Alan Wake 2 from Steam.

Will Alan Wake 2 Ever Come to Steam?

While there’s no official confirmation, the possibility of Alan Wake 2 coming to Steam in the future can’t be entirely ruled out. Some games initially launched as Epic Games Store exclusives have later been made available on Steam. However, given Epic Games’ investment in the development of Alan Wake 2, the wait could be longer than usual.

In summary, Alan Wake 2 is not currently available on Steam and is unlikely to be in the foreseeable future. The game’s absence from Steam is due to a publishing deal with Epic Games, and while other titles from the same developer have eventually appeared on Steam, the same can’t be assured for Alan Wake 2.

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Mark Carpenter

Mark Carpenter is the Managing Editor at Try Hard Guides, and main guide writer. With over five years of experience in games media, including almost three years as an Assigning Editor for Pro Game Guides, and before that a Staff Writer.

His writing and game guide work has also been featured on platforms such as Metro UK and Game Rant, along with other smaller publications. He has been a devoted gamer since the days of Amiga, with a journey spanning roughly 31 years.

Mark's future goals are to grow the Try Hard Guides network as much as possible while helping gamers everywhere with gaming guide content. When not immersed in gaming, Mark enjoys delving into the worlds of D&D (Dungeons & Dragons), strumming his guitar, and indulging in a good read. His heart belongs to RPGs, the Final Fantasy series, and The Legend of Zelda. Moreover, he has a keen affection for dogs.

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