Control
Control business and news from across the web.
FBC: Firebreak Is Not Shutting Down, Remedy SaysRemedy Entertainment has confirmed that FBC: Firebreak will remain playable online despite the company ceasing further content updates and entering maintenance mode. The studio stated that infrastructure costs will be minimal, ensuring the game remains accessible on PC, Xbox Game Pass, and PlayStation Plus. This decision comes as Remedy focuses on upcoming projects like Control Resonant and remakes of Max Payne 1 and 2.
Control Resonant Reaffirmed for 2026, Remedy Committed to Delivering A “Must-Have Day-One Purchase”Remedy Entertainment has reaffirmed that Control Resonant is on track for a 2026 launch, with CEO Jean-Charles Gaudechon aiming for it to be a "must-have day-one purchase." The ambitious open-ended action RPG will feature a new protagonist, Dylan Faden, and a new setting in Manhattan. Control Resonant is confirmed for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Control Has Sold Over 6 Million UnitsRemedy Entertainment announced that its 2019 title Control has surpassed six million units sold worldwide. This sales milestone was driven by strong momentum in the first quarter of 2026, partly due to the upcoming Control Resonant expansion. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC, iPad, and iPhone.
Review: NTE: Neverness to Everness (PS5) - Ambitious Anime Open World Gets a Lot RightNeverness to Everness, an ambitious anime-inspired open-world game from Hotta Studio, launches on PlayStation 5 with a blend of exploration, life simulation, and gacha mechanics. While combat and menu controls need refinement, the game offers a generous gacha system, engaging quests, and extensive life-sim elements like managing businesses and customizing apartments, showing significant promise as a live service title.
'Nobody's Taking Risks': To Keep Control Resonant Looking Unique, Remedy Avoided Other AAA GamesRemedy Entertainment is focusing on unique art direction for Control Resonant, deliberately avoiding references from other AAA games to prevent an 'aesthetic singularity'. The sequel will feature a wider exterior environment compared to the original Control and an expanded enemy variety. A New Game Plus mode has also been confirmed, allowing players to restart with their upgrades and unlocks.
Control Resonant Features Multiple Factions and “Way More Creatures” to Fight, Including a BusControl Resonant, the sequel to Remedy Entertainment's 2019 hit, will feature multiple factions and significantly more enemy types, including a bus, within a twisted version of Manhattan. The game aims to address criticisms of enemy variety from the original Control and will launch later this year for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Control Resonant dev Remedy didn't use other triple-A games for inspiration, because "nobody is taking risks"Remedy Entertainment is developing Control Resonant, moving the series from the Oldest House to the streets of Manhattan. The team is intentionally avoiding inspiration from other triple-A games to prevent design homogenization, instead drawing from art, film, and nature. The sequel will feature a warped Manhattan, new enemy types, and a continued focus on the Hiss and the Mold.- Control IssuesA tear-down analysis of the Valve Steam Controller reveals its impressive repairability. The article also briefly mentions rumors of a potential 'Superlight' treatment for another popular gaming peripheral.
- Control Resonant Reveals Twisted Manhattan Setting in New Developer Diary at gamescom LatAM; Game LaunchingRemedy Entertainment revealed new details about Control Resonant at Gamescom Latin America, showcasing its twisted Manhattan setting. The sequel to Control is slated for a 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The developer diary highlighted the shift from the confined Oldest House to a more open, surreal urban environment where reality bends.
Remedy Details Control Resonant New Game Plus | Console CreaturesRemedy Entertainment has detailed the New Game Plus mode for Control Resonant, which will carry over player progression like upgrades and abilities. Lead Gameplay Designer Sergey Mohov explained that this mode allows for greater build experimentation with an additional artifact slot and evolving enemy challenges. Control Resonant is scheduled for release in 2026 on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Control Resonant New Game Plus Unlocks Fourth Artifact Slot for Complex Builds | HappyGamerRemedy Entertainment has detailed the New Game Plus mode for Control Resonant, which will include a fourth artifact slot to enable more complex build combinations. This mode preserves player abilities and upgrades while resetting traversal abilities, and introduces new enemy behaviors to challenge returning players. The studio aims to extend the game's lifespan and cater to players seeking deeper mechanical customization.
Control Resonant’s New Game Plus Strengthens Combat Flexibility, Adds New Boss BehaviorsRemedy Entertainment has shared new details about Control Resonant's New Game Plus mode, which will carry over most player progression from the first playthrough. This mode aims to provide more flexibility for experimenting with different combat builds and abilities. Enemies and bosses will feature new behaviors and increased difficulty, with some side stories potentially offering different outcomes.
Gamescom Latam opens today and we will be there to bring you all the good stuffGamescom Latam, formerly the Big Festival, has opened in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the expansion of the Gamescom brand into South America. The event will feature over 210 publishers, 100 partner institutions, 91 booths, and more than 60 confirmed game launches. Notable guests include composer David Wise, voice actor Maxence Cazorla, Remedy Entertainment's Mikael Kasurinen, and Brendan Greene, creator of PUBG: Battlegrounds.
Surprise Hit 2025 Game Getting PS5 Pro PSSR 2 UpdateEmbark Studios' multiplayer hit Arc Raiders is receiving PSSR 2 support for the PlayStation 5 Pro with its upcoming Riven Tides update on April 28, 2026. This enhancement aims to provide sharper visuals and more stable reconstruction of fine details. Arc Raiders joins a growing list of titles confirmed to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's new performance feature.- Control IssuesA review for Valve's Steam Controller has leaked early, revealing a price of $99 and detailing its strengths and weaknesses. The article from Wccftech suggests the device is a significant comeback for Valve's hardware efforts.
- Control got ported to iPhone, and it’s so good I think it heralds a new era of mobile gamingRemedy Entertainment's Control: Ultimate Edition has been successfully ported to iPhone and iPad, offering a full AAA experience with impressive performance and even ray tracing support for $4.99. This port, requiring an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, suggests a new era for mobile gaming, potentially positioning iPhones alongside traditional consoles and PCs as viable gaming platforms.
Control Ultimate Edition Surprise Launches for iPad and iPhone for $5Remedy Entertainment has released Control Ultimate Edition for iPad and iPhone, priced at $4.99. This version includes the base game and both DLC expansions, The Foundation and AWE, offering players the complete narrative experience on mobile devices.- Control: Ultimate Edition is out for the iPhone and iPadControl: Ultimate Edition, a graphically demanding action-adventure game, has been released for iPhone, iPad, and Mac for $5. Developer Remedy has rebuilt the UI and controls for touchscreen devices, though controller support is also available. The game requires an A17 Pro chip or M-series chip for optimal performance, making it the latest AAA title to arrive on Apple's mobile platforms.
- Control Ultimate Edition Launches on iPhone and iPad with Mobile FeaturesRemedy Entertainment has released Control Ultimate Edition on iPhone and iPad for $5.99, featuring mobile-specific touch controls and a reworked interface. This universal purchase is also available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Remedy releases Control on iPhone and iPad with touch controls, reworked gameplay systems, and ray tracingRemedy Entertainment has released Control Ultimate Edition on iPhone and iPad, featuring reworked touch controls, interface, and gameplay systems. The port supports ray tracing on compatible hardware and is available for $4.99, including all previously released content. A sequel, Control Resonant, is also slated for release this year.