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Wondering how to find Tim Breaker in Alan Wake 2? You’re not alone. We’ll go over all locations in which this character can be found, as well as who he is and why he’s significant.
As you make progress in Alan Wake 2, you’ll become familiar with Tim Breaker, the sheriff of Bright Falls. The character appears in both Alan’s and FBI Agent Saga Anderson’s storylines, hinting at his significance in the overarching plot of the game. That said, finding him gains more importance during your time spent playing as Alan. This is because your interactions with the character during this storyline are strictly optional, meaning you’ll need to track him down if you want to have a word with him. What’s more, doing so can help you gain greater insight into the workings of the Dark Place. Here’s how to find Tim Breaker as Alan.
All Tim Breaker Locations in Alan Wake 2
| Chapter | Location | How to Find |
|---|---|---|
| Initiation 2: Casey | Rooftop | Start from the flickering lamp in the northeast area of the plaza. Use the Angel Lamp to follow the steps to the railway. Just past the Break Room on the rooftop, you’ll reach Tim Breaker’s room. |
| Initiation 2: Casey | Caldera Station Subway | You’ll obtain the subway map in the Caldera Station Subway. As you pass a spot that overlooks a slightly concealed terminal (before obtaining the Summoning Ritual plot point., you should hear Tim Breaker humming. Follow to find him. |
| Initiation 5: Room 665 | Alley, Rooftop | You’ll see an alley out west. As you pass, you can access the rooftop. You’ll soon reach a water tank, where a Word of Power can be found nearby. Head down the path to your left to reach the lower part of the roof. Tim Breaker is waiting in a small room here. |
| Initiation 5: Room 665 | Oceanview Hotel | Before you can reach Tim Breaker, you’ll need to find a key to his room. Head to Room 206 to grab it from the desk. With the key, go to Room 209, where he can be found inside. |
| Initiation 8: Zane’s Film | Poet’s Cinema | Go to the roof of the cinema and look for a crawlspace that leads inside the shed there. You won’t be able to enter through the locked door. There, you’ll find Tim Breaker. |
As mentioned, Tim can often be found by the sound of his humming. You’ll hear him humming a tune once you are close enough. Tip: if you enable subtitles, this will be much easier, because Unknown Voice (humming) will appear.
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Who is Tim Breaker in Alan Wake 2?
Tim Breaker is the acting sheriff of Bright Falls. Fans of the series will recognize that he’s the cousin of Sarah Breaker, the sheriff from the previous game. Those who have played through Remedy Entertainment’s other releases (namely Quantum Break) will also notice a few other Easter Eggs, such as the character’s respective actor Shawn Ashmore.
In Alan Wake 2, the sheriff’s role becomes especially significant during Alan’s chapters. By interacting with Tim, you’ll gain more insight into the happenings of the Dark Place. He can also help you connect the dots to Warlin Door’s true identity. Moreover, areas in which the character is found also house maps that can be used to find important collectibles, like Words of Power and Echoes.
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