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New Growth walkthrough and Underhill choice guide for Control Resonant
This guide provides a walkthrough for the 'New Growth' quest in Control: Resonant, focusing on helping Doctor Underhill with her experiments. It details the steps to collect test equipment and track down test subjects, and explains the choices players can make regarding reporting Underhill to the FBC or allowing her to continue her work. The guide notes that the choices have no long-term consequences and that players receive the same rewards regardless of their decision.
As handholding mechanics come under fire elsewhere, Control Resonant devs confirm they made a "conscious decision" not to use yellow paint
Control Resonant director Mikael Kasurinen confirmed the game consciously avoids using yellow paint for player guidance, prioritizing player autonomy. This contrasts with other games that use such markers, which have drawn criticism, including Marvel's Wolverine's 'fart trails'. While Resonant uses yellow organically, the developers believe player-driven decision-making is key to a good game.
Razer HyperFlux V2 Review: Never Charge Your Mouse Again | Invision Game Community
The Razer HyperFlux V2 wireless charging system offers continuous power for compatible Razer mice, eliminating the need for charging docks or cables during gameplay. Tested with various titles like World of Warcraft Forever and Control Resonant, the system integrates seamlessly, providing convenience without interfering with mouse performance. While expensive and tied to Razer's ecosystem, it offers a unique solution for gamers seeking uninterrupted wireless mouse usage.
Razer Naga V3 Pro Review: The MMO Mouse Evolves | Invision Game Community
The Razer Naga V3 Pro is a premium wireless gaming mouse that evolves the MMO-focused Naga line with enhanced versatility. It features a high-performance Focus Pro 50K Optical Sensor and modular magnetic side plates offering up to 23 programmable buttons, allowing it to adapt to various genres beyond MMOs. When paired with the Razer HyperFlux V2 Wireless Charging System, it offers a seamless, continuously powered wireless experience.
Control Resonant director lays out case for avoiding excessive 'yellow paint'
Control Resonant director Mikael Kasurinen discusses the game's deliberate choice to avoid 'yellow paint' as a signposting technique in its level design. He explains that this approach aims to make players feel more agency in exploration, rather than relying on common visual cues that can feel like handholding. The decision is framed within the context of the Control series' horror-inspired themes and the desire for players to actively interpret the game's reality.
Control Resonant Urban Survival quest walkthrough
This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for the Urban Survival quest in Control Resonant, detailing how to navigate the Evacuation Zone, find key locations like the Survivalist's Bunker and the Pulse Fitness Gym, and collect necessary items. Completing the quest rewards players with the Plate Carrier M1 outfit and the Untapped Heart Monitor Artifact.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
Control Resonant Benefited from The Power of the PS5, Says Lead Gameplay Designer
Lead gameplay designer Sergey Mohov discussed how Remedy Entertainment leveraged the power of the PlayStation 5 for Control Resonant, enabling larger environments and more on-screen action. He highlighted the use of the DualSense controller's adaptive triggers and haptic feedback for an immersive combat experience. The article also mentions upcoming updates like New Game++ and a Photo Mode, and references a positive review score.
What are the right answers to the FBC Terminals in Control Resonant?
This guide explains that the answers to the FBC Terminals in Control Resonant do not matter, as the rewards are the same regardless of the choice made, with the exception of refusing to answer. The identity of the questioner is also not explicitly revealed, though speculation points to the 'Blessed Organization' mentioned in previous Remedy titles.
Control Resonant Guide – How To Get Living Shards Fast For Weapon Upgrades
This guide details how to find all 22 Living Shards in Control Resonant, a crucial resource for upgrading Dylan's Aberrant weapon. Players can acquire these shards through story progression, completing Fault traversal challenges, and purchasing them from vendors across various zones, though some vendor inventories are progression-locked.
"Do 665 runs if you want!": Control Resonant is getting a new game++ mode next month, and don't worry you happy snappers, a photo mode is on the way too
Remedy Entertainment announced that Control Resonant will receive a New Game++ mode in October and a photo mode in November. The developer also mentioned plans for new cosmetics in future updates. The article references a positive review of the game, highlighting its open world and 'New Weirdness'.
Control Resonant Guide – How To Level Up Zones And Earn Talent Points Fast
This guide for Control Resonant details how to quickly level up Zones and earn Talent Points, which are essential for customizing Dylan Faden's combat abilities, mobility, and health restoration. Key methods include progressing the story, exploring the map, completing World Feats, and utilizing Resonant Cycle Resets after defeating bosses.
Control Resonant's post-launch plan includes a Photo Mode and New Game Plus Plus coming next month: "Do 665 runs if you want!"
Remedy Entertainment has detailed post-launch plans for Control Resonant, including a New Game Plus Plus mode coming in October and a Photo Mode in November. The studio is also working on additional cosmetic outfits for the protagonist. The game's current New Game Plus mode allows players to retain upgrades, and the upcoming New Game Plus Plus will enable continuous playthroughs without progress resets.
Control Resonant is Adding New Game++ in October, Photo Mode in November
Remedy Entertainment has announced upcoming updates for Control Resonant, including a New Game Plus mode in October and a Photo Mode in November. The developer also mentioned plans for additional cosmetics for Dylan in future updates. The game has received positive reception from critics and players.
Control Resonant embarrasses me, specifically, with a launch day hotfix negating my main review complaint
Remedy Entertainment released a launch day hotfix for Control Resonant that addresses player feedback regarding enemy health pools and combat feel. The update, deployed ahead of the game's official launch, aims to make combat more engaging by increasing protagonist Dylan Faden's strength and reducing enemy 'sponginess,' effectively negating a primary complaint from the game's review.
Control: Resonant is only just out of the door, and Remedy have already put out a hotfix with some stun-buffing combat tweaks and more
Remedy Entertainment has released a hotfix for Control: Resonant shortly after its launch, addressing player feedback on enemy health and Dylan's combat strength. The patch reduces enemy health pools and the required stun level for executions, while increasing Dylan's combat power and making upgrades more straightforward. Additionally, respeccing abilities and acquiring reset items have been made easier.
Control Resonant Is Making Dylan Stronger, Even If He Just Woke Up From A Coma
Remedy Entertainment has released Hotfix 1.3.3 for Control Resonant, adjusting enemy health and Dylan's strength to improve gameplay flow. The update also reduces the cost of respeccing and increases the stock of Reset Items, with the first boss dropping two items. Assist Mode options are available for players seeking an easier experience.
"We don't have an excuse": Control Resonant day-1 patch fixes major issues, but causes a bigger headache for PC players who now have to reinstall the whole 92 GB game
Remedy released a day-one patch for Control Resonant to fix gameplay issues, but it caused a major problem for PC players on Steam who were forced to re-download the entire 92 GB game. The developer apologized for the oversight, acknowledging they had no excuse for the inconvenience caused to players who had pre-loaded the title.
Put Remedy’s Immortality Toggle In All Games
The author argues that all single-player combat games should include an "Immortality" toggle, similar to the one in Remedy Entertainment's Control. This feature allows players to bypass difficult combat encounters and bosses without affecting other game elements, respecting players' time and enabling more people to experience game stories.
Where to go and what to do first in Control Resonant
This guide provides a recommended order for completing quests and activities in Control Resonant after reaching the Watchtower. It suggests prioritizing obtaining Clearance Keycards, exploring Central for World Feats, and then tackling specific zones like the West Incursion Zone and Evacuation Zone to acquire new abilities before proceeding with the main story.
