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Remedy Details Control Resonant New Game Plus | Console Creatures
Remedy 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 | HappyGamer
Remedy 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 Behaviors
Remedy 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 stuff
Gamescom 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 Update
Embark 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.
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A 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 gaming
Remedy 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 $5
Remedy 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 iPad
Control: 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 Features
Remedy 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 tracing
Remedy 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.
Popular 2023 PS5 Action Game Surprise Drops PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Support
Embark Studios has surprisingly added PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR 2 support to their free-to-play first-person shooter, The Finals. This update is expected to boost performance for players on the PS5 Pro, though the exact benefits will be determined by players testing the new update. The Finals joins a growing list of titles that will leverage the PS5 Pro's enhanced upscaling technology.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
From Flash to Valorant: The Evolution of Free Gaming
This guide explores the evolution of free gaming, from simple Flash titles to today's polished, full-scale releases across PC, mobile, and browser platforms. It highlights various access methods, including subscription services like Epic Games Store, Xbox Game Pass, and Prime Gaming, as well as browser-based games and free-to-play downloads like Valorant and Genshin Impact.
Epic Employees Spill the Tea: Users Only Want Free Games, Then Dip Back to Steam
Former Epic Games employees have revealed that many users primarily engage with the Epic Games Store to claim free titles before returning to Steam. Despite significant investment in giveaways like Grand Theft Auto V and Control, the strategy appears to foster transactional behavior rather than long-term platform loyalty. This analysis explores the challenges Epic faces in competing with Steam's established ecosystem and user habits.
Supernatural handyman simulator The Lift launches on PS5 in 2027
The supernatural handyman simulator The Lift is set to launch on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Developed by Fantastic Signals, the game blends first-person repairman gameplay with a deep sci-fi story set in an abandoned research facility. Players will uncover a conspiracy while restoring the facility and utilizing unique tools.
Control Resonant Confirms Supported Languages Ahead of 2026 Launch
Remedy Entertainment has revealed the supported languages for Control Resonant, launching in 2026. The game will feature full audio and subtitle support in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish (Spain), with additional interface and subtitle support for several other languages. The story follows Dylan Faden as he uses his powers to combat paranormal threats in a Hiss-corrupted Manhattan.
Alien: Isolation's sound designer is working on the next Silent Hill game, creating a 'dynamic score system…
The sound designer for Alien: Isolation, Byron Bullock, and his team at Arrival are contributing to the audio for the upcoming game Silent Hill: Townfall. Composer Anthony Scott Burns, also known as Pilotpriest, is creating a dynamic score system that reacts to gameplay. This collaboration aims to enhance the immersive horror experience, building on the legacy of Silent Hill's iconic soundtracks.
Most Anticipated PS5 Pro Update for Hit RPG Finally Revealed
CD Projekt Red is releasing a free PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, enhancing visuals with 4K resolution and advanced ray tracing powered by PlayStation's Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). The update targets 40 FPS in visual mode and up to 90 FPS in performance mode on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Several other games are also listed as supporting the new PSSR 2.0 technology.
'We've Really Gone to Town': Control Resonant Dev Diary Focuses on Its Action RPG Gameplay
Remedy Entertainment has released a new developer diary for Control Resonant, focusing on its action RPG gameplay. The sequel aims to define what an RPG made by Remedy looks like, featuring expanded skill trees, versatile combat, and deeper gameplay systems. The studio has its largest gameplay team ever working on Resonant, promising more weapon forms, abilities, and engaging enemy encounters.
