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Control Resonant

Control Resonant

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Control Resonant

Control Resonant

Remedy Entertainment

PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/SPremium
Health Score
55
DECENT

About This Game

Control Resonant is an action-adventure RPG where players control Dylan Faden, who must use supernatural powers and a shapeshifting weapon to combat cosmic entities and paranatural threats in a warped Manhattan. As a sequel to Control, the game focuses on exploration, close-range combat, and a deep narrative about understanding and containing dangers that threaten reality.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
1/5
Creativity
3/5
Pro-Social
0/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
0/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
0/5
Social Risk
0/5
Content Intensity
3/5

Negatives

  • •Contains intense horror elements with frequent flashing visuals, jumpscare-like visions, and a seizure warning.
  • •Features mature content including blood and gore, strong language, and violence, leading to injured limbs and sometimes exploding bodies.
  • •Provides minimal explicit educational value beyond basic problem-solving in combat.

Positives

  • •Offers deep character progression, allowing customization of abilities and weapon forms.
  • •PC versions support community modding for gameplay tweaks and enhancements.
  • •Focuses on a rich, story-driven single-player experience without online distractions.

Gameplay Videos

CONTROL Resonant - Launch Trailer

Remedy Entertainment

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Official Ratings

M
ESRB

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not suitable.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Not suitable.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Not suitable.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Not suitable for this age group due to intense mature content.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Suitable with parental supervision for older teens due to mature content.

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