Could this be the successor to Max Payne?

I know many of you have not likely played the Max Payne games. I know that I have not even embarked on the adventure through the first one (since it was thoroughly spoiled for me in the introduction to Max Payne 2, which I played first).

But I am moving onto a tangent again - as I tend to do these days.

Alan Wake looks to be an interesting game - made by the creators of Max Payne - that combines elements of the Payne games with the open city of Grand Theft Auto titles. Overall, this looks to be a fascinating successor (even though it is not a direct follow-up) to Max Payne.

The only disappointing aspect about all of this is that there will be no actual follow up to Max Payne. No Max Payne 3. Alas, alas, alas. The creators - despite previously announcing a third installment - have since begun to whistle a different tune. An unfortunate turn of events to be sure…but…I guess it is a loss we will all have to suffer through.

Ultimately, Alan Wake looks to be one of those must-have titles for the 360. And - if the reviews favour it - it will probably be one of the first purchases I make.

You know…if I ever get paid and get a 360. I have no money right now, and have yet to be paid. Dammit man. Super Paper Mario comes out in a week or so, and you have no money with which to buy it.