Remedy Entertainment has announced Control Resonant, the sequel to their acclaimed 2021 title Control. Set for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Mac, and Xbox Series X|S, the game will expand the studio’s interconnected “Remedyverse” with a new protagonist and a fresh setting.
Introducing Dylan Faden
Players will take on the role of Dylan Faden, the brother of Control ‘s original protagonist, Jesse Faden. Dylan, possessing extraordinary supernatural abilities like his sister, was previously held by the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC) due to the instability of his powers. The new story sees him awakening from a coma and thrust into a battle against a cosmic threat that has spilled out of the FBC’s containment.
Dylan’s powers were so unpredictable that the FBC considered him a risk, imprisoning him while studying his potential as a future director.
The trailer shows Dylan fighting through hordes of monsters in the streets of Manhattan, a departure from the previous game’s primarily indoor setting within the FBC headquarters. This shift suggests a larger-scale conflict with more widespread supernatural breaches.
The Expanding Remedyverse
Control Resonant further solidifies Remedy Entertainment’s “Remedyverse,” a shared universe first hinted at in 2010 with Alan Wake. Early easter eggs referencing Max Payne seemed like fan service at the time. However, Control confirmed the studio’s deliberate creation of a connected narrative.
The Remedyverse is not just about shared characters or locations; it’s about overlapping themes and unexplained phenomena. The Hiss, a paranatural force that invaded the FBC in Control, may very well tie into the mysteries surrounding Alan Wake’s Dark Place.
What This Means for Players
Control Resonant promises a deeper dive into Remedy’s signature blend of supernatural action, psychological thriller, and mind-bending narrative. The focus on Dylan’s unstable powers and the expanded setting suggest a more chaotic and unpredictable experience than its predecessor.
The game will likely explore the consequences of unchecked supernatural power, the ethics of containment, and the broader implications of the Remedyverse’s interconnected reality. Fans of Remedy’s work, or players looking for a unique and immersive action experience, should keep an eye on this title.
The release of Control Resonant in 2026 will not only provide a continuation of the Control storyline but also push the boundaries of Remedy’s interconnected universe. The studio’s commitment to weaving its games together creates a compelling world that rewards exploration and invites speculation.
