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CONTROL Resonant

Action-RPG

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CONTROL Resonant is the ambitious sequel to the award-winning Control, shifting the franchise into an open-ended Action-RPG. Players step into the role of Dylan Faden, a former Bureau test subject turned paranatural superweapon. Set in a warped Manhattan where the Hiss and a mysterious cosmic entity have shattered reality, Dylan must harness volatile elemental powers and a shapeshifting melee weapon known as the Aberrant to find his sister, Jesse, and retain his fading humanity.

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CONTROL Resonant is the ambitious sequel to the award-winning Control, shifting the franchise into an open-ended Action-RPG. Players step into the role of Dylan Faden, a former Bureau test subject turned paranatural superweapon. Set in a warped Manhattan where the Hiss and a mysterious cosmic entity have shattered reality, Dylan must harness volatile elemental powers and a shapeshifting melee weapon known as the Aberrant to find his sister, Jesse, and retain his fading humanity.

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TraumaIdentityCosmic HorrorBrutalismReality Distortion

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CONTROL Resonant Key Specifications

Key Specifications for CONTROL Resonant
Specification Detail
Protagonist Dylan Faden
Genre Shift TPS to Action-RPG
Main Weapon The Aberrant (Shapeshifting Melee)
Release Window 2026

info_outline Note: Built on the latest iteration of Northlight, Resonant features advanced ray-traced reflections and high-fidelity physics-based destruction across expansive city zones.

laptop_windows Laptop Performance Note: The CPU demand for real-time physics and gravity anomalies is significant; cooling pads are highly recommended for sustained sessions.

info_outline GPU TGP: Minimum 95W for 1080p High; 130W+ for 1440p settings.

info_outline Cooling Thermals: Extreme; the Northlight engine heavily utilizes GPU and CPU for environment deformation.

info_outline CPU Power Limits: Uncapped; high-clocked mobile CPUs are required to handle complex AI and physics interactions.

info_outline MUX Switch Optimus: Strongly recommended to minimize frame latency during high-speed gravity shifts.

build Optimization Note: Native support for DLSS 3.5 (Ray Reconstruction), FSR 3.0, and Intel XeSS. Volumetric Lighting and Global Illumination have the highest performance impact.

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CONTROL Resonant System Requirements

1080p

tune Recommended – High (RT Off)

memory
CPU: Intel Core i7-11700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (Handles the myriad of physics-based objects and gravity distortions.)
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Laptop CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H (Standard high-end mobile performance for RCU titles.)
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GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 / AMD RX 6700 XT (Baseline for high-fidelity 60 FPS gameplay in dense urban zones.)
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Laptop GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4060 Laptop (115W+) (Enables Frame Generation for smoother combat transitions.)
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RAM: 16 GB (Ensures stability during transitions between Manhattan and Dylan's psyche.)
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Storage: 120 GB SSD (SSD is mandatory; HDD will cause significant hitches.)

1440p

tune Ultra – Max (RT On)

memory
CPU: Intel Core i7-13700K / AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (Optimal for processing high-density destruction and AI factions.)
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Laptop CPU: Intel Core i9-13980HX (Top-tier mobile CPU for uncompromising performance.)
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GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4080 / AMD RX 7900 XT (Delivers native 1440p resolution with Ray-Traced Global Illumination.)
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Laptop GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop (150W) (Mobile sweet spot for 1440p Ultra fidelity.)
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RAM: 32 GB (Provides headroom for the Northlight engine's heavy texture streaming.)
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Storage: 120 GB NVMe Gen 4 SSD (Highest speed for instant loading of metaphysical spaces.)
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  • Core Requirements

  • desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 10/11 64-bit

    Required for DirectX 12 Agility SDK and advanced memory management.

  • memoryDirectX: Version 12 Ultimate

    Leverages Hardware Ray Tracing and Mesh Shaders for warped geometry.

  • save_altStorage Note: 120 GB NVMe SSD

    Mandatory for seamless asset streaming across Manhattan's open-ended districts.

settings_applications Optimization Notes:

Upscaling: Native support for DLSS 3.5 (Ray Reconstruction), FSR 3.0, and Intel XeSS.

Key Settings: Volumetric Lighting and Global Illumination have the highest performance impact.

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CONTROL Resonant: Map Size and Regions

Features multiple expansive 'Open Zones' across Manhattan and a metaphysical 'Mind Palace' reflecting Dylan's psyche.

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CONTROL Resonant: Post-Launch Content / DLC

Remedy has confirmed two major narrative expansions: 'The Foundation II' and 'The Lake House Descent'.

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CONTROL Resonant Skills & Upgrades Overview

Deep Action-RPG progression featuring skill trees for Gravity Manipulation, Elemental Abilities, and 'Aberrant' weapon specialization.

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CONTROL Resonant: Game Editions

Standard Edition ($69.99), Deluxe Edition (includes 'Candidate 6' cosmetic and early access to the 'Panopticon' mission).

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CONTROL Resonant: Cross-Platform / Crossplay

Single-player focus. No crossplay, but supports cross-progression via Remedy Account.

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CONTROL Resonant: Top 5 Weapons (Subjective/Iconic)

  1. 1. The Aberrant (Hammer Form), 2. The Aberrant (Blade Form), 3. Telekinetic Shrapnel, 4. Elemental Surge, 5. Gravity Spike.
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CONTROL Resonant Specific Game Elements

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CONTROL Resonant Weapons

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    Aberrant (Blades) (Dual-Wielded Melee)

    High DPS precision strikes for agile enemies.

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    Aberrant (Hammer) (Two-Handed Melee)

    Delivers high-impact, bone-crunching blows for defense-breaking.

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CONTROL Resonant Vehicles

  • directions_car
    FBC Rapid Response Unit (Ground Vehicle)

    Used for transit between distant Manhattan open zones.

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CONTROL Resonant Animals / Creatures

  • pets
    Resonant Crow (Avian (Paranormal))

    Role: Scout and environmental hazard in warped NYC.

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CONTROL Resonant Characters

  • person
    Dylan Faden - Protagonist (Main)

    A former test subject attempting to retain his humanity while utilizing cosmic powers.

  • person
    Pope - Support / Quest Giver (NPC)

    FBC Head of Research assisting Dylan with paranatural intelligence.

Top 3 Characters:

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Dylan

Faden (Protagonist), 2. Jesse Faden (FBC Director), 3. Pope (FBC Researcher).

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CONTROL Resonant Missions / Objectives

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    Search for Director Faden (Main Story)

    Objective: Locate Jesse within the depths of the warped Oldest House.

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    The Manhattan Tear (Main Story)

    Objective: Stabilize the gravitational rift at Times Square.

Top 3 Missions/Objectives:

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Breach

the Oldest House, 2. Locate the Director, 3. Seal the Manhattan Tear.

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CONTROL Resonant Companions / Summons

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    Astral Guide (Entity)

    Ability: Reveals enemy weaknesses through resonance.

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CONTROL Resonant Collectibles

  • collections_bookmark
    Altered Postcards

    Location/Use: Warped Landmarks in NYC

  • collections_bookmark
    Hotline Calls

    Location/Use: Scattered across Manhattan Open Zones

Top 3 Collectibles:

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Altered

Items, 2. FBC Case Files, 3. Hidden Hotline Messages.

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CONTROL Resonant Armor

  • shield
    FBC Field Gear

    Focus/Stats: Balanced stats for combat in urban Manhattan.

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    Prime Candidate Suit

    Focus/Stats: High Energy Recovery, Low Damage Resistance

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CONTROL Resonant Clothing / Appearance

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    Optical Filtering Goggles

    Details: Visual item provided via newsletter sign-up.

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CONTROL Resonant Other Features & Info

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    Multiplayer Modes

    N/A - Strictly single-player Action-RPG.

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    User Interface

    Minimalist Diegetic UI inspired by FBC documentation and parapsychological readouts.

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    Sound and Music

    Original score by Petri Alanko and Martin Stig Andersen featuring discordant synth and industrial resonance.

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    Graphics and Visuals

    Northlight Engine featuring hardware ray-tracing, sophisticated particle destruction, and photorealistic face-scanning.

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    Accessibility Features

    Remedy's 'Assist Mode' returns, allowing adjustment of damage received, energy recovery speed, and aim assistance.

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    Story and Setting

    The game shifts to a warped Manhattan where the boundaries of reality have collapsed. Players control Dylan Faden as he hunts for Jesse Faden and battles cosmic entities reshaping New York City.

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    Top 3 Mounts/Companions
    1. 1. FBC Tactical Drone, 2. Astral Construct Ally, 3. Translocated Vehicle (Gravity-assisted).
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CONTROL Resonant Frequently Asked Questions

  • help_outline Do I play as Jesse Faden?
    No, you play as her brother Dylan, though Jesse is central to the narrative.
  • help_outline Is it a shooter?
    It features ranged abilities, but the primary focus is melee-centric Action-RPG combat.