Alright, let’s demystify the final boss fight in Alan Wake where you’re up against a massive tornado entity in the Dark Place. It can be confusing at first, but once you know the drill, it’s not as tough as it seems. Here’s the lowdown on how to tackle this swirling showdown and snag the Tornado Wrangler Achievement or Trophy.

Beating the Tornado Boss

Your trusty flare gun is your best bet for taking down this whirlwind menace. But here’s the trick: you gotta get up close and personal for it to pack a punch. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Approach the Tornado looming over Diver’s Isle.
2. Use your flashlight to zap the possessed objects blocking the bridge.
3. Keep moving forward and grab the flare gun ammo from the crate (it’s unlimited).
4. Watch out for swirling debris on the bridge and time your jumps carefully to avoid getting knocked into the void.
5. Once you’re close enough, aim for the heart of the Tornado and blast away with the flare gun to break through its protective shell.
6. Don’t ignore the pesky bird swarms—they might not do much damage, but they can knock you off the bridge if you’re not careful.
7. Keep hammering the Tornado’s heart with flares until you see those satisfying bursts of light and audio cues indicating damage. Three to five shots should do the trick.