In a recent Reddit thread, fans have expressed their disappointment with comments such as 'SEVERELY disappointing,' 'This makes me sad,' 'An easy pass on the game,' and 'What a shit load of ****.' On Twitter, the sentiment remains consistent, with numerous individuals not only criticizing the decision, but also seeing it as part of a larger trend toward the gradual disappearance of physical games, as jackal27, SmugKaiSupreme, and TheOtakuSpartan have all theorized. Secondly, they point out that ditching the physical disc allows them to keep the game's price tag at a solid $59.99 for console editions, while shaving off ten bucks for the PC folks.ĪLSO READ: Phantom Blade Zero Is A Passionate Tribute To Martial Arts Legendsįinally, the developers express their desire to avoid selling an incomplete disc that would require a day-one download, as it wouldn't make a great experience for fans.

First, they point to the presence of modern digital-only consoles like the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series S as a significant factor.

The developers cite several reasons for their decision. However, as fans read the fine print in the game's FAQ section, which spells out its 'digital-only' release, it becomes clear that the lack of a physical edition is really getting under their skin.

Alan Wake 2 is fast approaching, now with a firm release date (October 17th) and an impressive new trailer at the latest PlayStation Showcase.

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