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Control Resonant Art Director Hopes It Does Well “So We Can Do Even More Stories” in Its Universe
Remedy Entertainment's art director Elmeri Raitanen confirmed that making Dylan the protagonist of Control Resonant was planned from the beginning. The studio hopes the game's success will allow for more stories within the Control universe. Control Resonant is scheduled to launch on September 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
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In an interview, Remedy Entertainment's CEO Tero Virtala expressed that both Alan Wake and Control should have achieved higher sales figures. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming game '007 First Light'.
Remedy says Control has now sold over 6 million lifetime copies and reaffirms Control Resonant is still "on track" for a 2026 release
Remedy Entertainment announced that its game Control has surpassed 6 million lifetime sales, driven by promotions and increased visibility from the upcoming Control Resonant. The developer also reaffirmed that Control Resonant remains on track for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Despite the failure of FBC: Firebreak, Remedy's single-player titles like Control and Alan Wake 2 are contributing to increased revenue.
Remedy’s latest financials aren’t too bad considering Firebreak flopped, which the CEO puts down to its ‘structurally more efficient budgets’
Remedy Entertainment reported first-quarter revenue of €13.1 million and an operating profit of €1 million, which is considered better than expected given the financial loss from FBC: Firebreak. CEO Jean-Charles Gaudechon highlighted the studio's efficient budgets and steady progress on development projects, with a focus on the upcoming Control Resonant.
Remedy rolls out last FBC: Firebreak content update, affirms the game will be online "for years to come"
Remedy Entertainment has released the final major content update for its multiplayer game FBC: Firebreak, which includes new content and a Friend's Pass to encourage new players. Despite this being the last update, Remedy assures the game will remain online for years to come. The studio also reduced the game's price to improve accessibility.
Remedy's FBC: Firebreak won't get more content updates, but a Friend's Pass and price reduction should help the game find players "for years to come"
Remedy Entertainment has announced that FBC: Firebreak will not receive further content updates, marking the end of its development cycle less than a year after launch. To encourage player engagement, the game will feature a Friend's Pass for free multiplayer access and a permanent price reduction to $19.99 for the base game. The studio acknowledged the game's performance as a valuable learning experience, especially as their first self-published online multiplayer title.
Remedy releases final major update for underperforming shooter FBC: Firebreak
Remedy Entertainment has released the final major content update for its underperforming shooter FBC: Firebreak, which launched in June 2025. Despite commercial disappointment, the studio confirmed the game will remain online and playable for years to come, with a permanent price drop to $19.99 for the base game. The 'Open House' update introduces new arenas, gameplay improvements, and a 'Friend's Pass' feature.
"We don't want to mislead players" - Control Resonant devs confirm Jesse Faden won't be playable, there's no parry, and it's definitely not a Soulslike
Remedy Entertainment has clarified that Jesse Faden will not be a playable character in Control Resonant, emphasizing that the sequel focuses on Dylan's story. The developer also confirmed that the game is an action-RPG with a focus on melee combat and supernatural synergy, and not a Soulslike, with no parry mechanic. Control Resonant is set to release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Mac.
