Alan Wake is a psychological action thriller, set in an idyllic all-American small town and its surrounding areas in the state of Washington. The protagonist, Alan Wake, is a bestselling horror writer who must confront his own nightmares come to life. Remedy Entertainment's focus on story and atmosphere are fundamental elements of the game design which allows players to explore an open world environment. There is also a mission based structure with light being used as a significant gameplay element that was created through proprietary new technology for high definition visuals.

Heavy Rain is a psychological thriller video game from Sony that puts the player in the shoes of four characters, each trying to stop an Origami Killer from claiming another victim. Spanning over four days, the player will be faced with innumerable twists and turns while making choices and taking actions that will have dramatic consequences. The story asks how far you are willing to go to save someone you love as you unravel this gripping mystery.