Sam Lake: Fireside Chat on Alan Wake II | Games Now!

A well-known personality and a true veteran of the video game industry for more than 20 years, Sam Lake is the Creative Director of Remedy Entertainment. He is the Lead Writer and the Creative Director of Alan Wake 2 and also known for writing the Max Payne franchise, which launched in 2001. Sam also led the writing on the critically acclaimed Alan Wake and Quantum Break and is responsible for the overall story of Control.
In this fireside chat with Sam Lake we delve into the intricate process of creating Alan Wake II. This conversation will specifically focus on the rich transmedia elements seamlessly woven into the game, providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their development.
The video was originally live-streamed from Hype Hype on 20th February, 2024
Live illustration by Solip Park
0:04 Introduction
3:04 The journey of Sam Lake & Alan Wake II
58:50 Questions
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