Acting as the successor to the beloved 2020 action game, Control Resonant is setting out to deliver an experience even more imaginative than its predecessor, taking Remedy Entertainment’s creative concepts to bold new heights. This time, you’ll follow Dylan Faden, who wakes up to find a city overrun by supernatural entities. It’s up to you to fight back and rescue reality as we know it.

Remedy Entertainment assures that even if you’re new to the Control universe, you’ll quickly become immersed in Dylan’s shoes, exploring a fractured version of Manhattan where paranormal anomalies roam rampant. With an action-packed reveal trailer and a concrete release date announced during the 2026 State of Play event, fans are eagerly awaiting its launch on September 24, 2026. Pre-orders are now open across Steam, PS5, Xbox Series S|X, and the Epic Games Store, giving players several options to get a head start.

Though some games from this year’s State of Play are releasing much later, Control Resonant’s earlier launch allows plenty of time to dive into Remedy Entertainment’s expanded universe. However, a quick playthrough of Control is all it takes to catch up on the storyline, which initially followed Dylan’s sister as she attempted to liberate him from the Bureau.

Control Resonant is tailored for fans of narrative-rich action RPGs, offering a blend of atmospheric storytelling and high-intensity supernatural battles. Its ambitious gameplay trailers promise a plethora of mind-bending enemies and mechanics that players can explore upon release.

Pre-ordering Control Resonant provides access to exclusive bonuses like the Hiss Corruption Outfit and Pickpocket’s Tool Artifact. Signing up for the CONTROL newsletter adds even more perks with the Communications Department Headset and Optical Filtering Goggles at launch.

The game is priced at $59.99 USD for the standard edition. For those seeking more, the digital deluxe edition at $69.99 includes enticing extras such as a Digital Artbook, Original Soundtrack, Untapped Artifact (Wallet), Starter Resource Bundle, and the AWE Mission Outfit. These additional incentives, coupled with an early gameplay experience, make the deluxe edition a worthwhile investment.

Unlike a traditional collector’s edition, the Steelbook Edition provides the base game, promotional materials, and fine art prints, all for the same price as the digital deluxe version. This edition is a thrilling addition for collectors who cherish the visual nuances of Control Resonant’s narrative.

Gameplay-wise, Control Resonant takes things up a notch. The sequel builds on the already fascinating paranormal settings of its predecessor. With aggressive combat and the introduction of the otherworldly Abberant—a weapon that morphs between forms with various upgrades—players are in for a dynamic combat loop that adapts to every enemy and threat.

Dylan also wields powerful telepathic abilities that provide strategic advantages in combat and enhance exploration. While familiar enemies like the Hiss hive mind and parasitic mold return, new supernatural threats make for exhilarating encounters. New monstrosities and bosses promise an even more mind-bending experience.

To enhance replayability, Control Resonant features a new game plus mode, enabling players to retain their builds and abilities for subsequent playthroughs against tougher foes.

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