Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update release countdown: Exact start time and date

Phasmophobia's first-ever crossover is nearly here, as the Alan Wake event is officially set to debut quite soon. Since the ghost hunting game has never done anything like this before, you may be eager to dive in and start exploring as soon as possible, which means you need to know when this update will be released. Fresh events are always an exciting time in Phasmophobia, as they bring lots of new mechanics to play with and lots of prizes to earn. A crossover version of an already beloved feature is an especially enticing prospect, so if you want to make sure you're ready to start investigating when the update goes live, here's the exact time and date when the Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update will be released.Table of contentsPhasmophobia Alan Wake event update release date and timeAlan Wake event update features in PhasmophobiaPhasmophobia Alan Wake event update release date and time Image via Kinetic Games The Alan Wake crossover event officially arrives in Phasmophobia on May 12. An official release time hasn't been shared, and likely won't be ahead of release, but Phasmophobia sticks to a fairly reliable and consistent update launch schedule. As long as there are no unexpected delays, this update should be released at 7am CT, which has been the launch time of all past updates that were released on schedule. [hurrytimer id="1214995"]PT: 5am on May 12CT: 7am on May 12ET: 8am on May 12BST: 1pm on May 12CEST: 2pm on May 12JST: 10pm on May 12AEST: 11pm on May 12Alan Wake event update features in Phasmophobia Phasmophobia's Alan Wake event is the first-ever crossover we've ever gotten, so much of what this update will entail is a mystery since we've never seen anything like it before. We do know a bit about the overall theme and functionality, but most of the exact details will likely remain under wraps until the event debuts. A new presence will be haunting familiar locations in this event, perhaps similar to how seasonal ghosts like Krampus and the Forest Spirit work in the annual Winter's Jest and Cursed Hollow event. The Dark Place, a key supernatural location that's present throughout the Alan Wake franchise, will also bleed over into Phasmophobia, creating a twisted new reality that merges the two terrifying trials present in both games. Image via Kinetic Games Similar to other events, the Alan Wake crossover will be limited time and feature an array of exclusive prizes. While most other events return on an annual basis, granting multiple opportunities to earn rewards, this one has been described as a one-off event, so there's a likelihood it'll only be around once and never come back. This means you'll want to ensure you get all available rewards before it concludes to make sure you don't miss out. Special events typically last at least a month or so, which means this one likely will too, although the duration hasn't been officially revealed just yet. While you wait for the Alan Wake event to arrive, there's plenty to keep you busy. The player character update launched not too long ago, and it's got a lot to explore. You may want to learn how to use the watch, how to unlock new character cosmetics, and how to change your character. If you're more interested in the lore side of things, you may also consider checking out all player character backstories, as these may come into play with the eventual release of the Phasmophobia movie. The post Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update release countdown: Exact start time and date appeared first on Destructoid.

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Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update release countdown: Exact start time and date

Phasmophobia's first-ever crossover is nearly here, as the Alan Wake event is officially set to debut quite soon. Since the ghost hunting game has never done anything like this before, you may be eager to dive in and start exploring as soon as possible, which means you need to know when this update will be released.

Fresh events are always an exciting time in Phasmophobia, as they bring lots of new mechanics to play with and lots of prizes to earn. A crossover version of an already beloved feature is an especially enticing prospect, so if you want to make sure you're ready to start investigating when the update goes live, here's the exact time and date when the Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update will be released.

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Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update release date and time

Image via Kinetic Games The Alan Wake crossover event officially arrives in Phasmophobia on May 12. An official release time hasn't been shared, and likely won't be ahead of release, but Phasmophobia sticks to a fairly reliable and consistent update launch schedule. As long as there are no unexpected delays, this update should be released at 7am CT, which has been the launch time of all past updates that were released on schedule.

[hurrytimer id="1214995"]

PT: 5am on May 12
CT: 7am on May 12
ET: 8am on May 12
BST: 1pm on May 12
CEST: 2pm on May 12
JST: 10pm on May 12
AEST: 11pm on May 12

Alan Wake event update features in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia's Alan Wake event is the first-ever crossover we've ever gotten, so much of what this update will entail is a mystery since we've never seen anything like it before. We do know a bit about the overall theme and functionality, but most of the exact details will likely remain under wraps until the event debuts.

A new presence will be haunting familiar locations in this event, perhaps similar to how seasonal ghosts like Krampus and the Forest Spirit work in the annual Winter's Jest and Cursed Hollow event. The Dark Place, a key supernatural location that's present throughout the Alan Wake franchise, will also bleed over into Phasmophobia, creating a twisted new reality that merges the two terrifying trials present in both games.

Image via Kinetic Games Similar to other events, the Alan Wake crossover will be limited time and feature an array of exclusive prizes. While most other events return on an annual basis, granting multiple opportunities to earn rewards, this one has been described as a one-off event, so there's a likelihood it'll only be around once and never come back. This means you'll want to ensure you get all available rewards before it concludes to make sure you don't miss out. Special events typically last at least a month or so, which means this one likely will too, although the duration hasn't been officially revealed just yet.

While you wait for the Alan Wake event to arrive, there's plenty to keep you busy. The player character update launched not too long ago, and it's got a lot to explore. You may want to learn how to use the watch, how to unlock new character cosmetics, and how to change your character. If you're more interested in the lore side of things, you may also consider checking out all player character backstories, as these may come into play with the eventual release of the Phasmophobia movie.

The post Phasmophobia Alan Wake event update release countdown: Exact start time and date appeared first on Destructoid.

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