The anticipation for Alan Wake 2 is rising, and you’re probably wondering when you can read the reviews to decide if it’s worth your time and money. This is a common concern for gamers who want to make an informed decision before diving into a new title. This guide will provide you with the exact date and time the review embargo for Alan Wake 2 lifts
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When Does the Alan Wake 2 Review Embargo Lift?
The review embargo for Alan Wake 2 will lift on October 26 at 1 PM UTC. This has been confirmed by a tweet from Thomas Puha, Communications Director at Remedy. The game itself will be available just a day later on October 27.
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When Does the Alan Wake 2 Review Embargo Lift in your Time Zone?
Below is a list of time zones converted to when Alan Wake 2 review embargo ends in your region:
- Los Angeles, USA (PDT) – October 26th, 2023, 6 AM
- Phoenix, USA (MST) – October 26th, 2023, 6 AM
- Denver, USA (MDT) – October 26th, 2023, 7 AM
- New York, USA (EDT) – October 26th, 2023, 9 AM
- Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (BRT) – October 26th, 2023, 10 AM
- UK, London (BST) – October 26th, 2023, 2 PM
- Berlin, Germany (CEST) – October 26th, 2023, 3 PM
- Cape Town, South Africa (SAST) – October 26th, 2023, 3 PM
- Dubai, UAE (GST) – October 26th, 2023, 5 PM
- New Delhi, India (IST) – October 26th, 2023, 6:30 PM
- Beijing, China (CST) – October 26th, 2023, 9 PM
- Tokyo, Japan (JST) – October 26th, 2023, 10 PM
- Sydney, Australia (AEST) – October 27th, 2023, 12 AM (Midnight)
- Auckland, New Zealand (NZST) – October 27th, 2023, 2 AM
Why Is the Alan Wake 2 Review Embargo So Close to the Release Date?
The review embargo lifts just a day before the game’s release, which has raised some eyebrows. However, Thomas Puha responded to concerns by stating that much of the game has already been shown and that press had access to three hours of gameplay back in September. According to him, there’s no cause for alarm.
What Can We Expect Once the Alan Wake 2 Embargo Lifts?
The moment the embargo lifts, publications around the world will release their official review scores. These reviews are based on the time spent with the game keys provided by Remedy Entertainment. Social media will likely be buzzing with discussions about the game’s collective Metacritic score.
