Alan Wake
Alan Wake

Collectibles Checklist

Find every manuscript page and shiny object in Bright Falls. This Alan Wake collectibles checklist helps you gather items and deepen the game's narrative.

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Collectibles Checklist

Welcome, fellow wordsmith, to the definitive guide for unearthing every hidden secret within the shadowy world of Bright Falls! Collecting all the manuscript pages, thermoses, and other elusive items in Alan Wake isn't just for completionists; it deepens the narrative, unlocks achievements, and sometimes even provides crucial lore. This comprehensive checklist will guide you through each episode, ensuring no collectible escapes your grasp.

General Collection Tips

  • Explore Thoroughly: Many collectibles are tucked away off the main path. Always check side areas, abandoned cabins, and behind obstacles.
  • Listen for Cues: Manuscript pages often emit a faint, ethereal whisper when you're nearby. Keep your ears peeled!
  • Look for Light: Thermoses, in particular, often glint or are placed in areas with subtle lighting cues.
  • Revisit Chapters: Don't fret if you miss something on your first playthrough. The game allows you to replay individual episodes to mop up any missed items without restarting your entire game.
  • Use Your Flashlight: Beyond combat, your flashlight is invaluable for illuminating dark corners where collectibles might hide.

Episode 1: Nightmare

Manuscript Pages (Total: 10)

These pages are fragments of Alan's own writing, foretelling events yet to come. Collecting them provides crucial insights into the unfolding nightmare.

  • Page 1: "The Attacker"
    • Location: After the initial car crash, as you follow the path towards the gas station, it's on the ground near a fallen tree that blocks the main road. Hard to miss if you stick to the path.
    • Strategy: This is one of the first pages you encounter, serving as a tutorial for the collectible type.
  • Page 2: "Alan Wake's Wife"
    • Location: Inside the gas station, on the counter next to the cash register.
    • Strategy: You'll enter the gas station as part of the main story progression. Scan the counter carefully.
  • Page 3: "Barry's Arrival"
    • Location: After leaving the gas station and crossing the bridge, you'll see a small, dilapidated shack to your left. It's inside, on a table.
    • Strategy: This shack is slightly off the direct path but visible. Always check these small structures.
  • Page 4: "The Taken"
    • Location: In the logging camp area, after the first major encounter with multiple Taken. Look for a small, elevated platform or lookout point. The page is on a crate there.
    • Strategy: Clear the enemies first to explore safely. This area has multiple levels, so look up and down.
  • Page 5: "The Dark Presence"
    • Location: Near the end of the episode, after you've activated the logging machinery and are making your way to the final safe haven. It's on a log pile just before the final descent.
    • Strategy: Keep an eye on the ground near the edges of the path.

Coffee Thermoses (Total: 14)

These seemingly innocuous thermoses are a staple collectible, often placed in slightly out-of-the-way spots.

  • Thermos 1:
    • Location: On the ferry, near the railing on the upper deck.
    • Strategy: Before heading to the cabin, take a moment to explore the ferry.
  • Thermos 2:
    • Location: Inside the diner in Bright Falls, on a table in the back corner.
    • Strategy: After the cutscene with Rose, explore the diner fully before leaving.
  • Thermos 3:
    • Location: At the gas station, on a shelf inside the store.
    • Strategy: Look behind the counter or on the shelves near the entrance.
  • Thermos 4:
    • Location: After the gas station, when you first enter the forest path. It's on a rock to the right of the path, shortly after you pass the "Welcome to Bright Falls" sign.
    • Strategy: Hug the right side of the path as you proceed.
  • Thermos 5:
    • Location: In the logging camp, near the first generator you need to activate. It's on a wooden crate.
    • Strategy: After dealing with the initial Taken in this area, look around the generator.

Episode 2: Taken

Manuscript Pages (Total: 15)

The plot thickens, and so does the number of prophetic pages!

  • Page 1: "Barry's Phone Call"
    • Location: Inside the Bright Falls Sheriff's Station, on a desk in the main office area.
    • Strategy: You'll be forced to explore this area. It's on one of the desks you pass.
  • Page 2: "The Deerfest"
    • Location: After leaving the Sheriff's Station and heading towards the town square. It's on a bench near the large deer statue.
    • Strategy: Before heading directly to the diner, take a quick detour around the town square.
  • Page 3: "The Old Gods of Asgard"
    • Location: In the back alley behind the diner, near some trash cans.
    • Strategy: After your conversation in the diner, exit through the back door to find this.

Coffee Thermoses (Total: 18)

Keep your eyes peeled for these caffeine-filled collectibles.

  • Thermos 1:
    • Location: In the Sheriff's Station, in the interrogation room, on the table.
    • Strategy: Check all accessible rooms within the station.
  • Thermos 2:
    • Location: Outside the Sheriff's Station, in the parking lot, near a police car.
    • Strategy: Before heading into town, do a quick sweep of the parking area.
  • Thermos 3:
    • Location: In the Bright Falls town square, on a picnic table near the gazebo.
    • Strategy: Explore the entire town square area thoroughly.