The music licenses for Alan Wake are expiring. As a result, the game is going to be taken out of physical and digital retail. Alan Wake’s American Nightmare will stay in retail.90% off “Sunset Sale” for Alan Wake on Steam 13.–15.5.2017
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
What exactly is being discounted?
The Alan Wake Franchise including Alan Wake, all DLC, Alan Wake’s American Nightmare
Will you bring Alan Wake back to stores?
We are looking into relicensing the music for Alan Wake, but have no timeframe for this.
What happens to Alan Wake’s American Nightmare / Will other Alan Wake SKU’s also disappear?
Alan Wake’s American Nightmare will remain in stores. Remedy negotiated the music licensing for Alan Wake’s American Nightmare, we did not negotiate the licensing for Alan Wake’s licensed music.
As for discounted locations Steam and GOG have been previously confirmed, but there's also The Humble Store. They've has reduced their prices by 90% too! Plus 10% to charity is pretty good.
The description of the AW Franchise bundle at WinGameStore doesn't mention the Collector's Edition Extras (Developer Commentary Videos, Illustrated PDF Book, Soundtrack http://store.steampowered.com/app/108726/Alan_Wake_Collectors_Edition_Extras/ ) b̶u̶t̶ ̶i̶t̶ ̶m̶a̶y̶ ̶c̶o̶n̶t̶a̶i̶n̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶m̶ It does not contain the Collector's Edition Extras. (Thanks whorlow for info).
So the copy I buy from Steam I will be able to download and play after the 15th?
Illusionary
15 May 173#11
That's correct - this is how it always works with delisted games.
Walgeon
15 May 171#12
Thanks. Sounds like a great deal then.
gupsterg
15 May 17#13
Does this come as separate keys?
dsharp12345
15 May 17#14
awesome game, Dlc was good too. American nightmare is pretty crap though
nublets2k
15 May 1744#15
Phrasing.
cmahey
15 May 17#16
Saw this yesterday, it's the same price on Steam? Good deal anyway!
Illusionary to cmahey
15 May 174#21
It is. However, you get a DRM-free copy too if you buy from the Humble Store.
DonLeo17
15 May 17#17
Such a great game! What a shame it's getting pulled. Highly recommended
dm79
15 May 176#18
Heat added for slipping in 'pulled off' into a deal
antf83
15 May 17#19
A candy clown the call the sandman.....
aaronmcc
15 May 17#20
Looks like Mr Scratch won
ahenners
15 May 17#22
Don't fancy paying to see a bloke get pulled off :wink:
vultan999 to ahenners
15 May 17#27
Sexist...
nathan3007
15 May 17#23
Plus 10% for monthly subs :smiley:
Illusionary to nathan3007
15 May 176#24
Less 10%, surely? :wink:
Gollywood
15 May 172#25
Alan Wake getting 'pulled off'?
Lucky Alan....
RiKx
15 May 172#26
wait, what, are we doing phrasing again?
nathan3007
15 May 17#28
That's the one mate :smile:
reckoning
15 May 17#29
If they can't sell it anymore won't it be freeware? :smile:
andypolack
15 May 171#30
Game to be retitled as Alan Wakes American Dream?
Snakeyes646
15 May 17#31
yes :smiley:
Thowky
15 May 171#32
I think this just applies to new copies. Stores might have to send back copies they haven't paid for but I'm sure they'll still be allowed to sell ones they have along with 2nd hand copies.
john5877
15 May 17#33
If you buy them separately, you save yourself a penny :smiley:
gupsterg
15 May 17#34
Anyone that has bought confirm it is 3 separate keys?
BadgerBaiter
15 May 171#35
I have two separate keys, Alan Wake + DLC key and the Alan Wake's American Nightmare key.
bamshopper
15 May 17#36
Bought - thank OP!
Ego-X
15 May 17#37
Oh c'mon...
dr_spaceman
15 May 17#38
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is no longer available digitally, something to do with licensing but a physical copy can still be bought from retailers. I would assume Alan Wake will continue to be available physically. Available to buy on Xbox 360 and PC on Amazon.
Snakeyes646
15 May 17#39
No, remedy have said that its gonna be taken off shelves, obviously i dont think places like cex count...
dr_spaceman
15 May 17#40
That is a real shame :disappointed:
RiKx
15 May 17#41
i swear I had something for this...
Lothra
15 May 17#42
No way they can enforce that. Many games have been discontinued over the years but stores still sell them, so people will still be able to grab a disc copy anytime they like.
Snakeyes646
15 May 17#43
"Remedy, the developer of Alan Wake, has announced that it has to remove the game from the Steam and Xbox stores due to a licensing issue with the game’s music.
As of May 15, the game will no longer be sold in physical stores, on the online Xbox Store, or on Steam. If you already physically own the game you can, of course, keep it and be safe in the knowledge that a music corporation isn’t about to raid your home. "
Rhythmeister
15 May 17#44
Saying "off of" if you're not a merkin is bold too, tut tut :man:
imagineS
15 May 171#45
Gifts welcome here for Alan Wake :stuck_out_tongue:
Mum2ConnornCerys
15 May 171#46
It will be in your library. I'm going get this game just incase it's gone for good.
simandoo
15 May 17#47
"Alan Wake is getting pulled off" well well well...
Thebobwil
15 May 173#48
i am defo buying this from Humble, rather than from Steam, so the devs and charity can take the money!
PLEYOR
15 May 171#49
Won't they just re-release this at a later date with different music?
I own a copy on GOG from the last time it was on sale. Might download amd archive a copy of it incase they decide to do a switch-a-roo if it gets re-released.
reddragon105
15 May 171#50
If anyone is wondering whether or not they should buy it, you should. It's a great game - imagine Silent Hill if it was a Stephen King novel.
Also, if you're a Humble Monthly subscriber you get an extra 10% off, so Alan Wake for £2.06, American Nightmare for £0.62, Franchise Pack for £2.69, plus of course some will go to charity - either 5% to charity and 5% refunded to your wallet or 10% to charity, your choice.
I think technically stores won't be allowed to sell new copies anymore, but I imagine very few stores will still have new copies of a 7 year old game and the few that do still have copies might just get away with it.
It shouldn't affect second hand copies because they've already been paid for, so you should still be able to get the Xbox 360 version from Cex, etc. Note that you won't be able to get the PC version second hand as it's a Steamworks game - the PC retail version just came with a Steam key, which would have been used by the first owner. If you do happen to find an unused PC copy after today, the Steam key inside should still work and let you add the game to your Steam library (I've done that before with other games removed from the Steam store, such as the original Prey).
Crossbow
15 May 17#51
Looks like I bought this for US$1 via a HB offer around 4 years ago, & American Nightmare was included.
Munkee
15 May 17#52
I have a download code via quantum break . Guessing after 15th it's null and void ?
Mal3ficus
15 May 171#53
On the game page in your library, it'll have a DLC checklist under the Achievements section :smiley:
CapriciousZephyr
15 May 17#54
I was just wondering the same thing. I was hoping to see the copy I ordered last week in my letterbox but no joy. I might have to hold on to the key in the hope that it gets added again to xbox store at some point!
Lothra
15 May 17#55
I don't think you understand, that only applies to digital and physical new copies,(although i haven't seen new copies of Alan Wake in years) brick and mortar stores are still allowed to sell used copies of the game, and people will be able to continue to buy it in the future.
I have seen this happen countless times over the decades, stores won't just stop selling their used disc copies of the game lol saying otherwise is just gonna get people panicked for no reason.
Conor_M
15 May 17#56
heat
Lothra
15 May 17#57
Impossible without them going back and reworking the entire game, the music is integral to the game and how its "episodes" work.
The only was is for them to re-licence the music, which they may do in the future but for now they have chosen not to.
Spark
15 May 17#58
They haven't chosen not to. It would be Microsoft who have to do that and Microsoft aren't interested.
The description of the AW Franchise bundle at WinGameStore doesn't mention the Collector's Edition Extras (Developer Commentary Videos, Illustrated PDF Book, Soundtrack http://store.steampowered.com/app/108726/Alan_Wake_Collectors_Edition_Extras/ ) b̶u̶t̶ ̶i̶t̶ ̶m̶a̶y̶ ̶c̶o̶n̶t̶a̶i̶n̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶m̶ It does not contain the Collector's Edition Extras. (Thanks whorlow for info).
I could kiss you right now! £2.14 on my monzo card. Keys worked a treat
SClub
15 May 17#76
No idea what this is all about, but for £2.28 from WinGameStore it sounds like I need it, especially if the music is good. Is the music good?
Rom
15 May 173#77
This is down to the phenomenon of not everyone having the same opinion as you. You can test it for yourself outside lab conditions by asking a few different people what their favourite ice cream flavour is.
seabebees
15 May 17#78
<3:smile:
Did it also include the collector's edition extras?
dylansdoor11
15 May 17#79
I'm confused, I got the digital copy today that came with quantum break...do I need to redeem today before it's void tomorrow?
whorlow
15 May 17#80
No unfortunately not
Illusionary
15 May 17#81
If you already have a code/key for the game, you should still be able to redeem it.
NSUK
15 May 171#82
Can confirm, the GamersGate key upgrades Alan Wake to the Collector's Edition.
seabebees
15 May 171#83
A pity. Thanks for the info.
The soundtrack and songs can be found on YouTube. I liked the orchestral pieces but how they play out in-game as well as the other licensed tracks I don't know about.
All content at OP's price may not be possible - unless there is another store selling the Collector's Edition Extras very cheaply as Gamersgate were before 11PM, or the complete Franchise bundle.
At the moment it seems the best bet would be to purchase from WinGameStore (their Franchise bundle = Alan Wake + American Nightmare) and if you really want the Collector's Edition Extras (Dev commentary video, illustrated pdf book, soundtrack) wait until it goes on sale, as it remains purchasable.
If you can't wait for it, then for a little less than £5, purchase from both WinGameStore and Bundlestars :disappointed:, and do something with the extra Alan Wake base game key...
It may happen that other stores will sell a discounted complete Franchise bundle now that Steam & Humble have had their turn and the opportunity to sell it over in a matter of hours...
It doesn't contain the Alan Wake's American Nightmares dlc.
ukez
16 May 17#90
i'll go with the wingamestore then .. its a shame their paypal option isnt working at checkout though.. bummer..
Thanks all the same!
olivermills6
16 May 17#91
Not really my point. I am all too aware that I don't have the same opinion as all people, it's not that I disagree with them, I just want to know what they like about it.
seabebees
16 May 17#92
The sale price.
Okami
16 May 171#93
Just bought it via paypal, it's working fine.
Thanks a lot mate! :smiley:
rexyrex360 to Okami
16 May 17#95
I have Xbox one code if anyone wants it .... have no interest in this game if no one replies in 5 ok just put it on here for anyone
JagerRoss
16 May 17#94
Thanks for the link! Unfortunately it looks like i've missed it here too... ah well, thanks though!
rexyrex360
16 May 17#96
Xbox one digital download code for Alan wake +the signal DLC and the writer DLC: M4P67-DX642-2FPCD-H6XW9-CFKXZ ENJOY WHO EVER GETS IT FIRST
scroterot
16 May 17#97
Missed this but bought a key off of G2A. I know they have mixed reviews, but it worked for me. Paid £3.35 (including UK VAT and additional PayPal charge and without the G2A shield they offer). Hope this helps anyone else who missed out. Would have posted a link but don't want to get banned.
Opening post
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
What exactly is being discounted?
The Alan Wake Franchise including Alan Wake, all DLC, Alan Wake’s American Nightmare
Will you bring Alan Wake back to stores?
We are looking into relicensing the music for Alan Wake, but have no timeframe for this.
What happens to Alan Wake’s American Nightmare / Will other Alan Wake SKU’s also disappear?
Alan Wake’s American Nightmare will remain in stores. Remedy negotiated the music licensing for Alan Wake’s American Nightmare, we did not negotiate the licensing for Alan Wake’s licensed music.
As for discounted locations Steam and GOG have been previously confirmed, but there's also The Humble Store. They've has reduced their prices by 90% too! Plus 10% to charity is pretty good.
edited title because of kids..
Top comments
Look here:
WinGameStore: http://www.wingamestore.com/product/7269/Alan-Wake-Franchise-Bundle/
$2.75 = ~£2.19
if you purchase with a fee-free payment method. I assume with PayPal it'll be ~£2.28.
The description of the AW Franchise bundle at WinGameStore doesn't mention the Collector's Edition Extras (Developer Commentary Videos, Illustrated PDF Book, Soundtrack http://store.steampowered.com/app/108726/Alan_Wake_Collectors_Edition_Extras/ ) b̶u̶t̶ ̶i̶t̶ ̶m̶a̶y̶ ̶c̶o̶n̶t̶a̶i̶n̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶m̶ It does not contain the Collector's Edition Extras. (Thanks whorlow for info).
If it doesn't you can get them here:
Gamersgate: https://uk.gamersgate.com/DD-ALANWAKEE/alan-wake-extras
£0.70
The Gamersgate sale price is available until 11PM BST, I don't know about WinGameStore.
So for sub £3.00 you'll end up with all Alan Wake items as the Franchise packs on Steam and Humble.
:sunglasses:
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https://community.remedygames.com/forum/games/alan-wake/320271-alan-wake-sunset-sale-13-15-5-2017
Lucky Alan....
As of May 15, the game will no longer be sold in physical stores, on the online Xbox Store, or on Steam. If you already physically own the game you can, of course, keep it and be safe in the knowledge that a music corporation isn’t about to raid your home. "
I own a copy on GOG from the last time it was on sale. Might download amd archive a copy of it incase they decide to do a switch-a-roo if it gets re-released.
Also, if you're a Humble Monthly subscriber you get an extra 10% off, so Alan Wake for £2.06, American Nightmare for £0.62, Franchise Pack for £2.69, plus of course some will go to charity - either 5% to charity and 5% refunded to your wallet or 10% to charity, your choice.
I think technically stores won't be allowed to sell new copies anymore, but I imagine very few stores will still have new copies of a 7 year old game and the few that do still have copies might just get away with it.
It shouldn't affect second hand copies because they've already been paid for, so you should still be able to get the Xbox 360 version from Cex, etc. Note that you won't be able to get the PC version second hand as it's a Steamworks game - the PC retail version just came with a Steam key, which would have been used by the first owner. If you do happen to find an unused PC copy after today, the Steam key inside should still work and let you add the game to your Steam library (I've done that before with other games removed from the Steam store, such as the original Prey).
I have seen this happen countless times over the decades, stores won't just stop selling their used disc copies of the game lol saying otherwise is just gonna get people panicked for no reason.
The only was is for them to re-licence the music, which they may do in the future but for now they have chosen not to.
https://www.humblebundle.com/store/alan-wake-franchise
Look here:
WinGameStore: http://www.wingamestore.com/product/7269/Alan-Wake-Franchise-Bundle/
$2.75 = ~£2.19
if you purchase with a fee-free payment method. I assume with PayPal it'll be ~£2.28.
The description of the AW Franchise bundle at WinGameStore doesn't mention the Collector's Edition Extras (Developer Commentary Videos, Illustrated PDF Book, Soundtrack http://store.steampowered.com/app/108726/Alan_Wake_Collectors_Edition_Extras/ ) b̶u̶t̶ ̶i̶t̶ ̶m̶a̶y̶ ̶c̶o̶n̶t̶a̶i̶n̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶m̶ It does not contain the Collector's Edition Extras. (Thanks whorlow for info).
If it doesn't you can get them here:
Gamersgate: https://uk.gamersgate.com/DD-ALANWAKEE/alan-wake-extras
£0.70
The Gamersgate sale price is available until 11PM BST, I don't know about WinGameStore.
So for sub £3.00 you'll end up with all Alan Wake items as the Franchise packs on Steam and Humble.
:sunglasses:
Did it also include the collector's edition extras?
The soundtrack and songs can be found on YouTube. I liked the orchestral pieces but how they play out in-game as well as the other licensed tracks I don't know about.
Check out some tracks and see if they're to your liking. https://www.youtube.com/user/Bundeswehr007/search?query=alan+wake
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0FDD4B55498CC468
https://www.bundlestars.com/en/game/alan-wake-collectors-edition
At the moment it seems the best bet would be to purchase from WinGameStore (their Franchise bundle = Alan Wake + American Nightmare) and if you really want the Collector's Edition Extras (Dev commentary video, illustrated pdf book, soundtrack) wait until it goes on sale, as it remains purchasable.
If you can't wait for it, then for a little less than £5, purchase from both WinGameStore and Bundlestars :disappointed:, and do something with the extra Alan Wake base game key...
It may happen that other stores will sell a discounted complete Franchise bundle now that Steam & Humble have had their turn and the opportunity to sell it over in a matter of hours...
It doesn't contain the Alan Wake's American Nightmares dlc.
Thanks all the same!
Thanks a lot mate! :smiley: