Fans of Remedy Entertainment’s supernatural action game Control have plenty to be excited about. As of February 2025, Control 2 has officially entered full production. This is a big step for the sequel, meaning the development team is now fully focused on bringing the game to life. While there is no official release date yet, a late 2026 launch seems likely based on Remedy’s past production cycles.

The news came alongside Remedy’s latest financial report, confirming that Control 2 successfully completed its production readiness phase. With core production pipelines established and asset creation workflows refined, the development team is now fully immersed in building the game. The first Control was a massive hit, selling over 4.5 million copies worldwide and an additional 600,000 in 2024 alone. Its intricate world-building, gripping narrative, and reality-defying mechanics earned widespread acclaim, including a Game of the Year nomination at The Game Awards 2019.

What’s New in Control 2

Although details are still limited, Remedy has shared that Control 2 will be bigger and more ambitious than the first game. Players can expect an expanded world, improved combat mechanics, and deeper Metroidvania-style exploration. The game will run on the Northlight Engine, the same technology behind Control and Alan Wake 2, which means it will feature stunning visuals and physics-driven gameplay.

One of the biggest changes in Control 2 is the shift from an action-adventure game to an action RPG. This means players may see RPG elements like skill trees, loot systems, and even story choices that impact the game. These additions could make the gameplay more dynamic and increase replayability.

Remedy’s Expanding Universe

Control 2 is just one of several projects Remedy is currently working on. The studio is also developing a remake of Max Payne 1 & 2, bringing back the iconic third-person shooters in collaboration with Rockstar Games. Additionally, Remedy is working on FBC: Firebreak, a multiplayer game set in the Control universe that is expected to launch in 2025. Another major project is Alan Wake 2, which was released in 2023 and has recently become profitable. Remedy has also partnered with Annapurna to explore film and television adaptations of both the Control and Alan Wake franchises. 

A Stronger Creative Vision

For Control 2, Remedy is handling both development and co-publishing in partnership with 505 Games. This gives the studio more creative control over the game’s direction and ensures it stays true to their vision.

Anticipated Release and Platforms

Since Control 2 is still in full production, there is no confirmed release date yet. Game development takes time, and considering the scale of the project, it is likely to launch in 2026 or 2027. The game is being developed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, skipping older consoles to make the most of modern hardware.

Looking Ahead

With Control 2 now in full production, excitement is higher than ever. Remedy has a strong track record of delivering innovative, story-driven games, and this sequel has the potential to be one of the most exciting releases of the decade. Fans of the Remedy Connected Universe can look forward to more supernatural mysteries, deeper lore, and a refined gameplay experience that builds on everything that made Control a standout title.

More updates are expected in the coming months.