Must-Watch Highlight of The Game Awards: The Strangest Act

• Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall performed at a gaming event as Old Gods of Asgard from Alan Wake 2.
• Their performance was a key part of the game and featured game director Sam Lake.
• Actor David Harewood and voice actor Matthew Porretta also participated in the performance.
• Despite not winning Game of the Year or Best Score, Alan Wake II won Best Narrative and Best Game Direction.
• Other notable performances included Heilung's "Seidh" and an orchestral piece from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

Finnish Rock Band Shines at Video Game Event

The Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall stood out with a stunning performance at a recent gaming event. They took the stage as Old Gods of Asgard, their fictional counterpart in the game Alan Wake 2, and performed the track “Herald of Darkness.” This grand spectacle easily became the highlight of the event.

The performance even featured talent straight from the game, with director Sam Lake joining in the fun and excitement.

Video Game Performance Steals the Show

This performance played a crucial part in the game Alan Wake II. It appears during a scene that many have hailed as one of the top gaming highlights of the year. As the protagonist, Alan, continues his journey through the Dark Place, the song plays over a unique sequence that blends gameplay with a live-action rendition of the track.

The song is filled with lyrics that allude to the various plot twists in the story, delivered with the energy of an anthem rock tune. Key characters like talk-show host Warlin Door, Alan Wake, and Sam Lake can be seen dancing or singing along.

Star-Studded Performance

On top of the appearance by Poets of the Fall, actor David Harewood was present to reprise his role as Mr. Door. He introduced the song and sang his parts, accompanied by Alan Wake’s voice actor, Matthew Porretta. On stage, Ilkka Villi, who is the face and body of Wake, was joined by several dancers dressed in black, and eventually, by Sam Lake himself.

Alan Wake II Wins Big

Although the performance of “Herald of Darkness” at the Game Awards was slightly shorter than the official video, the energy on stage made it worth watching. Alan Wake II won the awards for Best Narrative and Best Game Direction, but surprisingly, it was not chosen for Game of the Year or Best Score. Despite this, the performance provided undeniable evidence that it deserved those accolades.

Other Noteworthy Performances

Other impressive performances from the night included Heilung’s rendition of “Seidh” and an orchestral performance of “No Promises To Keep” from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Both are certainly worth your time if you haven’t seen them yet.

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