There’s plenty to appreciate inAlan Wake 2including the clever use of music and lyrics. One catchy song in particular has been popular enough to inspire a fan-made music video for it.Major spoilers are ahead if you haven’t played Initiation 4: We Sing.
In Initiation 4, Alan finds himself in a weird musical featuring Sam Lake, Mr Door, andthe Old Gods of Asgard. The chapter mixes live action with animation, and it provides lyrics so that you can sing along while catching up on the plot thus far. An unofficial video has been made by blending different scenes from throughout the game. It’s done so brilliantly that you’d swear it was an official music video from Remedy.
Music in Alan Wake 2
The song, called ‘Herald of Darkness’, is performed by the Finnish band Poets of the Fall who appear as the fictional band Old Gods of Asgard in theAlan Wakefranchise. They play a pivotal role inAlan Wake 2by helping Saga perform a summoning ritual near Cauldron Lake. The band’s songs also contain lyrics that are relevant to the game.
Alan Wakeisn’t the only game where Remedy has gone crazy with music. InControl, the soundtrack helps to set the atmosphere, and the Ashtray Maze in particular offers an unforgettable blend of music and game to keep your adrenaline pumping.
‘Herald of Darkness’ is hitting major streaming sites, including Spotify and Apple Music, on November 15. On December 8, you’ll be able to pick upthe Old Gods of AsgardRebirth – Greatest Hitsalbum. It contains songs from the band found in theAlan Wakeseries andControl.
We may still get to hear more from the band, as Remedy has DLC planned forAlan Wake 2. The first offering,Night Springs, is scheduled to launch in Spring 2024.
