Alan Wake 2has done the unthinkable by meeting and exceeding expectations at every turn. The latest installment in theAlan Wakefranchise allows players to switch between its protagonists,Alan and Saga.

While playing as Alan or Saga, players must understand that each character has an independent storyline. Alan has been imprisoned in the Dark Place for over a decade, while Saga is an FBI agent trying to solve a case regarding the forest cult. Most players would assume switching characters would be a breeze, but that is not the case. Keeping this in mind, this guide will illustratehow players can switch charactersinAlan Wake 2while providing some other useful information.

Saga and Alan Wake in Alan Wake 2

Switching Characters in Alan Wake 2

Players can switch between characters inAlan Wake 2by following these simple steps:

The Janitor’s Bucket location spawns randomly and can be found in many break rooms.

It is worth noting, players can only switch characters inAlan Wake 2after completing the Haunting chapter. Until the Haunting chapter is complete, the game will automatically switch between Saga and Alan. After completing the Haunting chapter, players will be prompted to visit the Janitor’s Break Room to switch to the other character.

The Janitor’s Break Rooms act as safe rooms, allowing players to manually stash their equipment and save their game’s progress. While players will not find a Janitor’s Bucket in every safe room, they are spread evenly throughout the game.

Why Switch Characters in Alan Wake 2?

Players shouldswitch characters between chaptersto not forget important information. Additionally, if players cannot solve a puzzle, they can switch characters to take a break and return to the puzzle once they feel ready.

When it comes to the differences between Alan and Saga inAlan Wake 2, they are as follows:

Alan Wake 2is available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.