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CONTROL Resonant

Action-RPG

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$69.99

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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starstarstarstarstar_half(6 Ratings)$69.99Action-RPG

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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Themes

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)

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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)

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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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CONTROL Resonant Laptop Recommendations

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Model: MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen

memory CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H (Score: 900)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Score: 6600) @ 140W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

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memory Intel Core i9-13900H

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 140W

storage 16GB DDR5-5200MHz

US $999

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Model: Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen

memory CPU: Intel Core i9-13900H (Score: 1058)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Score: 6700) @ 140W TGP

storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5200MHz

save Storage: 512GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 140W

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memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Score: 6700) @ 140W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)

Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Recommended (High).

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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti 150W

storage 16GB DDR5-4800MHz

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memory CPU: Intel Core i9-12900H (Score: 1030)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Score: 7100) @ 150W TGP

storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-4800MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Recommended (High).

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memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 75W

storage 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

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memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (Score: 1655)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Score: 7220) @ 75W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

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memory Intel Core i9-14900HX

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

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Model: MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070

memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)

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memory Intel Core i9-14900HX

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070

storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz

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Model: ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070

memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)

storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)

Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Recommended (High).

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memory Intel Core Ultra 7 255H

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 45W

storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)

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Model: MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)

memory CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (Score: 1286)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 45W TGP

storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Recommended (High).

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memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor

developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 115W

storage 32GB DDR5-5200MHz

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Model: HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)

memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor (Score: 2225)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 115W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5200MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA / FHD+)

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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 175W

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Model: ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9

memory CPU: Intel Core i9-12950HX (Score: 1054)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Score: 9100) @ 175W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Recommended (High).

  • 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 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 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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    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.