Control Universe on the Verge of Expansion

Remedy Entertainment Unveils Development Progress on Upcoming Titles

Remedy Entertainment recently shared updates on its game development pipeline, including the Max Payne 1 & 2 Remake, Control 2, and Codename Condor. These updates, revealed in the company's financial report, provide insights into each project's advancement and Remedy's overall strategic direction.

Control 2 Nears Completion

Control 2, the highly anticipated sequel, has reached the "production readiness stage." This signifies the game is fully playable, and the development team is now focused on scaling up production, encompassing extensive testing and performance optimization to ensure quality standards are met. Additionally, the Control Ultimate Edition, developed in partnership with Apple, is slated for release on Apple silicon Macs later this year.

Codename Condor in Active Development

Codename Condor, the Control universe multiplayer spin-off, is currently in full production. The team is actively developing multiple maps and mission types, with internal and limited external playtesting underway to gather feedback and validate features. This marks Remedy's first venture into live-service games, and will be released using a "service-based fixed price" model.

Alan Wake 2 and Max Payne Remake Updates

Alan Wake 2's Night Springs expansion has received positive critical and fan reception, and the game itself has already recouped most of its development and marketing costs. A physical Deluxe Edition is launching October 22nd, followed by a Collector's Edition in December. Pre-orders are available on the official Alan Wake website.

The Max Payne 1 & 2 remake, a co-production with Rockstar Games, has transitioned from production readiness to full production. The team is working on a complete playable version, prioritizing distinctive gameplay features to differentiate the remake.

Future of Control and Alan Wake Franchises

Remedy's future strategy emphasizes the Control and Alan Wake franchises. Having acquired full rights to the Control franchise, Remedy is exploring self-publishing and various business models for both series, with further announcements expected by year's end. The company is considering self-publishing and potential partnerships for long-term growth.

Remedy emphasizes the importance of these franchises, connected through the Remedy Connected Universe, in its future plans. Further updates on these titles and the company's publishing strategy are anticipated throughout the year.