In a surprising twist that has fans buzzing, a revelation regarding Alan Wake 2 came to light through a cryptic tweet from Sam Lake, the creative mind behind the Alan Wake series and Remedy’s other iconic titles. The original tweet, dated October 14, 2016, contained a spiral diagram with the quote ‘You are here.’
Little did his followers realize, this seemingly random snapshot would resurface in Alan Wake 2, almost eight years later.
The Cryptic Alan Wake 2 Tweet That Started It All
Sam Lake, known for his skills of intertwining intricate narratives and subtle Easter eggs in his games, posted a tweet in 2016 that has now become the center of attention. The tweet, accompanied by an image of a spiral diagram lying on a desk bathed in a dim, eerie light, seemed to capture the essence of mystery, an ambiance typical of the studio’s storytelling style. At the time, fans didn’t think much of it.
It is wild to me that @SamLakeRMD can include a reference to a nearly eight year old tweet in his game and make it feel so cool and mysterious. I wasn't making tweets 8 years ago but if I was I don't think I'd be immortalizing them lol pic.twitter.com/XbQuxjB53T
— Hidden Machine (@MachineHidden) June 12, 2024
Fast forward to the present day, and Alan Wake 2 emerges on the horizon, promising an immersive experience filled with supernatural intrigue and psychological twists. Within the game’s clues and references lies the very same image from Lake’s tweet.
The spiral/loop diagram has been a big topic of debate and theories within the game’s community, and it’s a big part of the game’s narrative. Without spoiling much, the game’s ending might make you think that Alan Wake has been in a loop, but it’s actually a spiral since progress is being made towards the original goal.
The game’s new game plus mode is also tied to this, implying that the player’s repeated playthroughs have brought them towards the end of the spiral, making steady progress instead of looping.
Sam Lake’s Original Tweet Is a Reference to Alan Wake 2’s Narrative
Although the game was officially announced at The Game Awards 2021, it had been in development for far longer. Discussions on the sequel began after the release of the original itself, which was in 2010. After its release in 2023, Alan Wake 2 had been in development for a total of 13 years, although full production was only started in 2019.
Despite this, the tweet in hindsight is the earliest hint or confirmation of the second game, showing how far ahead Lake had been thinking in terms of the sequel.
The inclusion of this eight-year-old reference not only showcases the studio’s foresight and narrative planning but also ignites frequent discussion within the fan community. Enthusiasts take to social media platforms, dissecting every detail and pondering the implications of anything posted by Lake and other talent that’s working on these games.
Alan Wake 3 is most likely going to happen at some point, and now fans have been wondering if some of that has already been revealed as well in the form of another cryptic tweet or image.
Moreover, this integration highlights the evolving nature of storytelling in video games, where developers like Lake blur the lines between fiction and reality.
What do you think of the cryptic tweet being uncovered and making sense all this time later? Let us know in the comments.
