Platform | Metascore | Total Reviews |
|---|---|---|
PC | 83 | 45 |
PS5 | 83 | 76 |
Xbox Series X | 81 | 11 |
"CONTROL Resonant" is an action-adventure RPG released on September 24, 2026.Players take on the role of a psychic and face a supernatural, cosmic threat set in Manhattan. The game boasts a level of tension, scale, and spectacle that far surpasses its predecessor.
Title | CONTROL Resonant |
|---|---|
Supported Platforms | PC (Steam, Epic Games Store)/PS5/Xbox Series X|S |
Release Date | September 24, 2026 |
Japanese Support | Supported |
・PlayStation Universe: 95/100 (PS5)
Remedy Entertainment has once again delivered a masterpiece. It boasts mysterious, instinct-driven combat; astonishingly stylish, kaleidoscopic cityscapes that challenge conventional wisdom; and a surreal yet utterly captivating story.*CONTROL Resonant* is one of the finest games of 2026 and an absolute must-play.
・Xbox Achievements: 90/100 (Xbox Series X)
*CONTROL Resonant* is a game that shouldn’t work—yet it undeniably does. Even after changing genres, swapping out the protagonist, and shifting the setting, this sequel hasn’t lost the unique charm and surreal atmosphere of its predecessor. *CONTROL Resonant* is a truly outstanding sequel.
・DualShockers: 85/100 (PS5)
*CONTROL Resonant* is further proof that we must do whatever it takes to protect Remedy Entertainment.The studio understands its own identity and embraces it with pride. It exudes the aroma of coffee and a creativity-filled eccentricity. And this sequel has demonstrated that they know how to reinvent themselves without losing even a shred of their soul.
・Oyungezer: 85/100 (PC)
Remedy Entertainment has succeeded in creating interesting mechanics in a genre they’re tackling for the first time. Combined with the story that continues from the previous game, it makes for a truly wonderful experience. However, I wish they had toned down the monotony of the combat a bit more in the latter half of the game.
・IGN: 80/100 (PS5)
・GamePro Germany: 80/100 (PS5)
It took me a long time to fully get the hang of *CONTROL Resonant*. But once I got the hang of it, I thoroughly enjoyed this quirky action game from Remedy Entertainment.
・PC Gamer: 76/100 (PC)
・CGMagazine: 75/100 (PS5)
The story and gameplay in *CONTROL Resonant* don’t seem to mesh well.While the early stages are strong, the game completely loses steam toward the end. Combined with mechanical and repetitive gameplay, underwhelming superpowers, and a soundtrack—a staple of Remedy Entertainment’s work—that falls short of their previous titles, this feels like one of the studio’s weakest releases in over a decade.
・The Wand Report: 70/100 (PC)
Set in a vast and magnificently recreated Manhattan, *CONTROL Resonant* is packed with the quirky charm that is Remedy Entertainment’s trademark. However, due to its open-world structure and combat segments, exploring the paranormally infested city feels more tedious than exhilarating.
・Eurogamer: 60/100 (PC)
We’ve compiled international Metacritic reviews for *CONTROL Resonant*, which was released on September 24, 2026, for PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.As of this writing, the Metascores were 83 for the PC version (45 reviews), 83 for the PS5 version (76 reviews), and 81 for the Xbox Series X version (11 reviews).
Overall, the game has been highly praised for its uniqueness and originality. On the other hand, there also seem to be some critical opinions regarding its repetitiveness.
Game*Spark has previously published reviews, interviews, and gameplay reports on the game. If you’re interested, please check them out as well.
*CONTROL Resonant* is now available for PC (Steam, Epic Games Store),PS5, andXbox Series X|S.
