Unleashing the Old Gods: How Alan Wake 2’s Musical Number Made My PS5 Go Wild!
As 2023 unfolded and the PS5 gaming scene kept expanding, little did we know to brace ourselves for one of the most unexpected and spine-chilling experiences: Alan Wake 2.
Fans were eagerly anticipating the game’s release, and as soon as it hit the PS5 store, we couldn’t wait to dive deeper into the twisted world of our favorite writer, Alan Wake. The suspense-heavy atmosphere that has become synonymous with the original title was about to take a sharp and unexpected turn that I, for one, never saw coming.
While frantically dodging possessed beings known as The Taken and diligently collecting manuscript pages in Alan Wake 2, I stumbled upon one of the most jaw-dropping moments for a game of its genre – a full-fledged musical number. I was left wide-eyed as the screen was suddenly filled with ghostly figures, and a band of eerie artists called the Old Gods of Asgard appeared, belting out an ominous tune: “Herald of Darkness.”
If you had told me that in a psychological horror-adventure game, a musical performance would leave me hooked for weeks, I would’ve laughed it off. But there I was, whistling “Herald of Darkness” by Old Gods of Asgard for weeks on end!
The melodic tune was hauntingly beautiful and the lyrics stuck with me, essentially fueling my obsession to unfold the entire in-game mystery. With every whistle, I was drawn back into the ever-mysterious world of Alan Wake 2, only this time, the chilling musical number added another layer of thrill and excitement.
As I look back on my 2023 gaming memories, Alan Wake 2’s musical number will always stand as a testament to the game’s unpredictability and brilliant storytelling. The Old Gods of Asgard’s “Herald of Darkness” was not only an extraordinary experience but also a perfect example of innovative concepts that transcended traditional gaming expectations.
With that catchy tune forever etched into our collective memories, I am reminded that one of the standout moments in that year of gaming was the delightful surprise of stumbling upon a musical gem amidst a world of darkness and terror. Alan Wake 2 doesn’t disappoint, and for that reason, “Herald of Darkness” will always remain a cherished highlight of the iconic PS5 year of 2023.
