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Control Sequel 'Resonant' Unveiled for 2026 Release

12/12/2025

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Summary

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Remedy Entertainment (the developer) announced 'Control Resonant,' the sequel to Control, during The Game Awards 2025.
The game is set for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The story follows Dylan Faden, Jesse Faden's brother, seven years after the first game, confronting a reality-warping cosmic entity in Manhattan.
Players use a shapeshifting melee weapon called the Aberrant and a powers progression system.

History

Historical Context

Remedy Entertainment's 2019 release of 'Control' marked a significant moment in gaming, exploring themes of reality manipulation and cosmic entities. The game sold over 2 million copies in its first year, reflecting a growing trend towards complex narratives in interactive entertainment. Its sequel, 'Control Resonant,' continues this exploration, highlighting the industry's shift towards immersive storytelling.

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Story summary

Remedy Entertainment (the developer) announced 'Control Resonant,' the sequel to Control, during The Game Awards 2025.
The game is set for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The story follows Dylan Faden, Jesse Faden's brother, seven years after the first game, confronting a reality-warping cosmic entity in Manhattan.
Players use a shapeshifting melee weapon called the Aberrant and a powers progression system.

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