The game was previously a monthly "Essential" tier game. If you claimed it then, it remains in your library as long as you have an active subscription.

Epic Games frequently offers free weekly titles. Alan Wake Remastered has been featured in these promotions before. It’s worth keeping an eye on their "Free Games" section every Thursday. Subscription Services:

Sometimes digital storefronts like Humble Bundle or Fanatical include the game in "Pay What You Want" tiers where the cost is negligible, or as a bonus for purchasing other hardware (like GPUs or consoles). A Quick Warning on "Free Download" Sites

If you’re a fan of the story, the Remaster is a massive visual upgrade that supports the developers of the sequel.

Downloading copyrighted material from unofficial sources can lead to ISP warnings or account bans.

Be extremely cautious of websites offering a "Free Download" or "Crack" for Alan Wake Remastered outside of official stores. These sites are often fronts for:

Phishing for your Steam, Epic, or console login credentials.