Control Resonant Reviews
Control Resonant is the almost perfect sequel of an interesting game. There’s no reason to wait. Go play it NOW!
Review in Polish | Read full review
A bolder, more aggressive evolution of Control's formula, with a shapeshifting weapon that lets you build your own playstyle. The combat is the highlight, backed by striking art direction and music, though it's easy to get lost at first.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Whereas that 2019 title was a splendid synthesis of Remedy’s signature strengths, Control Resonant‘s many failures make it seem as though it came from a different studio altogether.
Control Resonant represents the culmination of Remedy Entertainment’s ingenuity and distinctive style, elevating what we saw in the first Control and taking it to the next level. The possibilities offered in terms of gameplay are numerous and put almost any other title to shame, making you reconsider what a game can offer for a price of €59.99. Get ready, then, for an out-of-this-world experience that, much like what Valve achieved with Portal, will reshape the way you think, encouraging you to consider both space and time, ultimately culminating in one of the most satisfying experiences in recent years.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Control Resonant isn't as confidently executed as its predecessor, but the game's trippy visuals, gripping story and surreal world design put it in a league of its own, flaws and all.
CONTROL Resonant stays true to Remedy’s essence of never being afraid to take risks, completely changing the franchise’s formula to deliver one of the most creative games in recent years. It stands out thanks to an inspiring narrative, unique art direction, and movement mechanics that are completely outside the box. Unfortunately, the combat mechanics leave a little to be desired, but they in no way overshadow the brilliance of its storytelling and immersion.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Remedy has pulled off its risky gamble! *Control: Resonant* builds upon and expands the previous installment, and the dystopian Manhattan added to the action formula works well, making the game thoroughly enjoyable. You’ll need to understand its mechanics and master the various abilities, but we can say with absolute certainty that throwing yourself into the fray in a chaotic city transformed by malevolent entities has never been so immersive and exhilarating. It’s a shame about the camera work, which doesn’t always stay centered on the action, the character models that lack graphical detail, and the absence of compelling cutscenes. Nevertheless, it remains a must-play title for both fans of the series and those looking to dive into the world of Control.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Control Resonant is an excellent sequel. It clearly differentiates itself from its predecessor by revamping its combat and traversal systems, and it significantly expands its universe, allowing the open world to more vividly showcase its uniquely bizarre lore. Although the combat still leaves something to be desired, it is a highly recommended title for fans who love the franchise's world.
Review in Korean | Read full review
Control Resonant is a game where its awe-inspiring visual experience outweighs its gameplay shortcomings — if you can stomach the repetitive combat, confusing navigation, and dense walls of text, it delivers an even more satisfying experience than its predecessor.
Review in Korean | Read full review
Control Resonant is bigger and better than its predecessor, shedding much of the original’s clutter in favor of a clearer vision, renewed art direction, greater ambition and a remarkable ability to celebrate art both within and beyond video games.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
CONTROL Resonant shows us that Remedy is definitely still at the top of its game and can tackle any genre. CONTROL Resonant delivers a great story wrapped in phenomenal level design and a combat system that provides hours of fantastic gameplay. Games from Remedy Entertainment are one of a kind, and CONTROL Resonant demonstrates this perfectly.
Review in Polish | Read full review
CONTROL: Resonant is the kind of sequel that swings for the fences, and for the most part, it lands. Remedy has taken everything that made the original Control special and expanded it into something bigger and stranger, filled with otherworldly level design that feels pulled straight from an alien’s mind and brought to life. Dylan’s melee-based combat is also a welcome shift, creating satisfying encounters that complement its semi-open world with focused, fast-paced action. Still, many things need addressing, from performance issues during crowded encounters to a deeply underwhelming ending that leaves more questions than answers. Overall, these faults don’t take much away from the experience, which is packed with Remedy’s visual and audio splendor. With just a few imperfections, it remains an otherwise mesmerizing science-fiction story that breaks the traditional Pattern of what videogames can be.
Control: Resonant expands on its predecessor with an ambitious open world, fast-paced melee combat, and deeper progression. Dylan’s supernatural abilities and challenging boss fights deliver an engaging experience, although labyrinthine level design and some empty areas affect exploration. Despite these flaws, Remedy offers an exciting paranormal adventure that builds on the original’s strengths.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
CONTROL Resonant takes a real risk by throwing out a formula that worked for Remedy and building something almost unrecognizable in its place. It comes out the other side as one of the studio's strongest overall efforts, even with a navigation system that fights you more than it should.
Overall, Control Resonant takes everything that made the original special and elevates it with incredible melee combat, breathtaking artistic visual design, and a deeply emotional story. While the early difficulty curve and less traditional RPG systems might not suit everyone, the overall experience is nothing short of extraordinary.
It is stranger, faster, more physical and considerably more willing to throw its toys out of the pram. Most importantly, it feels like Remedy actually had something to say with the sequel beyond “here’s more Control.” It’s a sequel is that’s willing to take a big, weird swing, and it mostly connects.
After nearly 30 hours, I can say I really enjoyed my time with Control Resonant, but I feel it has one too many superfluous elements that only serve to unnecessarily complicate a gameplay that was already strong. It is a very good game and worth playing, but when I eventually want to dive back into Remedy's connected universe, I think I’d prefer to replay Alan Wake 2 or the original Control rather than this one.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
There is a lot to like about Control Resonant. I genuinely respect how Remedy opted to make this sequel the yang to Control’s yin. It’s more aggressive, bigger in scope, technically astounding, and features some of the best combat I’ve experienced in years. This isn’t a sequel content with simply replicating its successful predecessor, it wants to push the franchise and its lore into entirely new territory. That said, its open world structure, slightly more generic setting, and less interesting protagonist make it feel less intriguing and innovative than Control.
Control Resonant boldly reinvents the original formula with exhilarating melee combat, a compelling new lead and one of Remedy's most imaginative worlds yet. A few uneven bosses and late-game rough edges can't diminish an unforgettable paranormal adventure.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Control Resonant is one of the year’s defining experiences and a genuine Game of the Year contender.