Alan Wake 2 is the latest installment in the popular action-adventure game series developed by Remedy Entertainment. The game features an enthralling storyline that follows the eponymous protagonist, Alan Wake, as he battles supernatural forces and uncovers dark secrets. One of the most challenging missions in the game is “Return 5: Old Gods” which requires players to solve complex puzzles and defeat formidable enemies.

To help players navigate this challenging mission, Greg Wheeler has created a comprehensive guide that provides a step-by-step walkthrough of all the puzzles and solutions in “Return 5: Old Gods”. The guide is an essential resource for players who are struggling to progress through the game or who simply want to explore all the hidden secrets and Easter eggs in the mission.

In addition to the walkthrough, the guide also includes detailed maps and area lists that highlight all the key locations and items in “Return 5: Old Gods”. Players can use this information to plan their strategies and optimize their gameplay. With the help of this guide, players can experience all the thrills and excitement of “Return 5: Old Gods” without getting stuck on any of the challenging puzzles or enemies.

Return 5: Old Gods Walkthrough

The fifth chapter of Saga Anderson’s story in Alan Wake 2 is called “Old Gods.” This chapter follows Saga as she makes her way to the Valhalla Nursing Home to visit the Anderson Brothers. In this section, we will provide a walkthrough of this chapter and all puzzle solutions.

Starting Point

When the chapter begins, Saga will be outside the nursing home. The player should enter the nursing home and talk to the receptionist. The receptionist will tell Saga that she needs to find the key to the Anderson brothers’ room.

To find the key, the player should head to the second floor and enter the room on the left. In this room, they will find a note that says the key is in the room across the hall.

The player should then head to the room across the hall and use the key to enter the Anderson brothers’ room. Inside the room, they will find a puzzle that involves arranging objects in a specific order. The solution to the puzzle is as follows:

1. Place the chessboard on the table.
2. Put the knight on the chessboard.
3. Place the vase on the shelf.
4. Put the book on the chair.

Once the puzzle is solved, the player should interact with the painting on the wall to reveal a hidden passage.

Mid-Game Strategies

In the hidden passage, the player will encounter a group of enemies. The player should use their flashlight to weaken the enemies and then finish them off with their gun.

After defeating the enemies, the player should continue through the passage until they reach a room with a large statue. The player should interact with the statue to reveal a hidden door.

Behind the hidden door, the player will find another puzzle. This puzzle involves arranging the symbols on the wall in a specific order. The solution to the puzzle is as follows:

1. Rotate the top symbol to the left.
2. Rotate the middle symbol to the right.
3. Rotate the bottom symbol to the left.

Once the puzzle is solved, the player should continue through the door and into the next area.

End-Game Tactics

In the final area of the chapter, the player will encounter a boss enemy. The boss enemy will have a shield that protects them from the player’s attacks.

To defeat the boss enemy, the player should use their flashlight to weaken the shield and then attack with their gun. The player should also avoid the boss enemy’s attacks by dodging and taking cover.

Once the boss enemy is defeated, the chapter will end.

That concludes our walkthrough of “Old Gods,” the fifth chapter of Saga Anderson’s story in Alan Wake 2. By following these strategies and puzzle solutions, players should be able to complete this chapter with ease.

All Puzzle Solutions

This section will provide a breakdown of all the puzzle solutions in “Return 5: Old Gods” in Alan Wake 2. The puzzles are divided into three categories: Early Puzzles, Mid-Game Puzzles, and End-Game Puzzles.

Early Puzzles

The early puzzles in “Return 5: Old Gods” are relatively straightforward. The first puzzle involves using a radio to tune into a specific station and listen to a series of numbers. The numbers correspond to a code that unlocks a door.

The second puzzle involves finding a set of drawings on both floors of a house. The drawings must be arranged in a specific order to reveal a hidden message.

Mid-Game Puzzles

The mid-game puzzles in “Return 5: Old Gods” are more complex than the early puzzles. One puzzle involves navigating a maze of mirrors to find a key that unlocks a door. The mirrors reflect the player’s movements, making it difficult to find the correct path.

Another puzzle involves using a series of levers to redirect a stream of water to various locations. The water must be directed to specific locations to reveal hidden messages.

End-Game Puzzles

The end-game puzzles in “Return 5: Old Gods” are the most challenging of all. One puzzle involves using a series of switches to activate a set of machines in a specific order. The machines must be activated in the correct order to reveal a hidden message.

Another puzzle involves navigating a series of platforms while avoiding deadly traps. The platforms move and shift, making it difficult to stay on course.

Overall, the puzzles in “Return 5: Old Gods” are well-designed and challenging. Players will need to use their wits and problem-solving skills to progress through the game.