The time it takes to beat Alan Wake varies depending on the version and how thoroughly you play:
- For the original Alan Wake, the main story takes about 11 hours to complete. If you include side content, it extends to around 14.5 hours, and a completionist run can take approximately 26.5 hours
- Alan Wake Remastered has a slightly shorter main story length of about 10.5 hours, with main plus side content around 14 hours, and a completionist run taking about 24.5 hours
. Some sources note that focusing solely on the main narrative can allow completion in about 9 hours, while doing optional content may bring it to about 13 hours, and 100% completion around 19 hours
- The game is divided into 6 main episodes plus 2 additional DLC episodes, which contribute to the overall length
- Difficulty level and player skill also affect playtime; easier difficulty and familiarity with the game can reduce time, while harder difficulties and thorough exploration increase it
In summary, expect roughly 9 to 11 hours for just the main story, 13 to 14.5 hours including side content, and up to 25-26.5 hours for full completion depending on the version and playstyle.
