Control Resonant Goes Gold, But Physical Collectors Face a Short Wait
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Remedy Entertainment announced that Control Resonant has gone gold for its September 24 digital release, but the physical disc version has been pushed back to October 15.
Remedy Entertainment has officially announced that Control Resonant has gone gold, meaning development is locked in ahead of its September 24 launch. However, players who prefer physical discs over digital downloads will have to exercise a bit of patience. According to an update shared by the studio, the physical release is delayed until October 15 to allow the team a little extra time for manufacturing and distribution.
For a community increasingly accustomed to digital-first ownership and cloud streaming, a three-week physical delay is a minor bump in the road. Still, for dedicated physical collectors who love displaying steelbooks and shelf editions, waiting an extra twenty days to dive into this warped version of Manhattan will test their resolve. Fortunately, the digital launch remains entirely on track across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Shifting gears from the third-person shooting of the 2019 original, Resonant puts players in the shoes of Dylan Faden for a hack-and-slash experience with a heavy focus on melee combat. Remedy has also expanded the scope significantly, moving away from tight corporate corridors toward open-ended zones that push playtime past the thirty-hour mark. As the community speculates on how this fits into the broader interconnected universe with Alan Wake, the stage is set for a massive autumn release. As reported by Polygon, Remedy is ensuring the wait will be worth it.
Tags: Control Resonant, Remedy Entertainment, Action RPG, Physical Media, PC and Console Gaming
Original article: Polygon