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How to fix Alan Wake 2 audio issues

Audio bugs are terrifying.

Alan Wake 2 combines terrifying forces, intriguing detective work, and a mysterious narrative to create an engaging experience. Audio plays a significant role in this experience.

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Keep reading below for solutions to fix audio issues in Alan Wake 2.

Alan Wake 2 audio issues fixes

Fixing the audio issues in Alan Wake 2 is simple. The main fix is to restart your console or PC. With luck, you will not encounter further audio issues after the method above.

While the issues occur on all platforms, Xbox Series users encountering audio issues are more prevalent. Another solution for Xbox players is to go into the audio settings and change the settings to Stereo Uncompressed.

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If the issue persists, you must restart your PC or console. While the fix is temporary, it allows you to play the game until a more permanent solution is discovered and Alan Wake 2 audio issues are resolved.

What causes Alan Wake 2 audio issues?

The cause of the audio issues in Alan Wake 2 is likely a bug. It is incredible for any developer to catch every bug before releasing a game. Some theories indicate it's an issue with frame rate or because the lips do not sync up with characters when they talk. Unfortunately, outside of the above solutions, you'll have to wait for a patch or update from Remedy Entertainment to permanently solve Alan Wake 2 audio issues.

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