Alan Wake vs Past Cure
Alan Wake
Alan Wake is a a story-rich horror RPG that casts you in the role of the protagonist and best-selling writer, Alan Wake. To escape from the stress of life and his work, Alan has travelled tyo the quaint little town of Bright Falls, hoping to start a new life there with his wife. However, things took a turn for the worst when his wife was taken in the middle of the night and apparently, things aren't all they seem in this town. Not to mention, the game also uses a "Fight with Light" method, where you can combat the mysterious yet malevolent foes lurking in the dark with a blast of light from your trusty torch.With tons of plot twists, cliffhangers along with heart-pounding horror and action as you help Alan fight to save his beloved, Alan Wake is a psychological thriller that will definitely keep you at your seat's edge!
Past Cure
Past Cure is a story-driven thriller/adventure game where you play as a Syrian ex-army veteran, Ian, who was kidnapped and subjected to horrific, and very much illegal, scientific experiments. As a result, Ian has gained superhuman mental capabilities, including the ability to conjure astral projections and use mind bashes to destroy objects, in addition to his already intensive military training from being a soldier. However, all of this comes at a terrible cost - Ian's mind is destabilized and only the effects of an experimental yet powerful drug called Blue is able to help him keep his mental demons at bay.Although the game contains game mechanics like shooting, melee combat (boxing) and stealth, Past Cure is still primarily a story-oriented adventure game. Progression here is pretty linear, as most single narrative games are, and there aren't a lot of depth when it comes to its game features, with the sole exception of its intriguing storyline and several puzzle-like scenarios. The atmosphere generated in the game is astounding though! The music, especially during creepy scenes, makes your skin crawl, and the game features plenty of brilliantly edited cutscenes with some cool cinematographic effects.
So, despite the negative reviews on Steam, Past Cure is a really well-made interactive experience, story-wise. However, if you're expecting anything else, such as a hardcore stealth-based game, then you might feel like the game's a huge let-down. At least now you know what you can expect before you purchase the game!