Control

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  1. BokatianTi
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Awesome visuals (if you have an RTX 2080 or better, otherwise it becomes choppy with RT on, even at 1080p) and a really interesting story with an awesome combat system, which is really a breath of fresh air. It's been a long time since I enjoyed a game this much.
  2. kamik
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing game, with its fantastic protagonist, deep story and great gameplay. I'm totally amazed.
  3. EROCKQ
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    People are bombing this game because either they are whining about epic store (which is good too) or they are running this on a very old computer. The game is incredible.
  4. zNeverSleeping
    Sep 1, 2019
    8
    Um jogo dificil de se analisar...

    Como um fan dos jogos de Remedy - principalmente Quantum Break, eu estava deveras ansioso por esse game. Sendo assim, as expectativas estavam lá no alto, o problema é que o jogo nem se que atende pontos extritamentes necessarios para um game que se prese funcionar: Gameplay, storytelling e otimização. A gameplay é divertida a principio. Os poderes,    Um jogo dificil de se analisar...

    Como um fan dos jogos de Remedy - principalmente Quantum Break, eu estava deveras ansioso por esse game. Sendo assim, as expectativas estavam lá no alto, o problema é que o jogo nem se que atende pontos extritamentes necessarios para um game que se prese funcionar: Gameplay, storytelling e otimização.

    A gameplay é divertida a principio. Os poderes, junto com as armas e seu poder de fogo - tanto nos inimigos quanto no cenario, são absurdos. Chega a ser satisfatorio destruir tudo a sua frente. O jogo conta com uma fasica avançadissima. Provavel que seja a melhor atualmente. Enfim, voltando ao ponto... Nas ultimas horas de jogo, simplesmente perde a graça. Tudo se torna muito repetitivo, e o jogo, como um todo, me parece desequilibrado. Há armas muito superiores a outras já existentes, inutilizando o resto. A mesma coisa acontece com os inimigos. Fora que o jogo simplesmente não sabe quando acabar. Com uma gameplay dessa, deviamos passar, no maximo, 8h de gameplay na campanha principal.

    Os graficos são lindissimos. A iluninação é surreal e a fisica, junto com as particulas de destruição, são de deixar de boca aberta. Porém, a otimização é porquissima. Numa RTX 2060, consegui 60fps estaveis quase todo o jogo, mas em momentos de estresse, chegava a cair pra 45/50 no DX12 - que apresenta um problema chatissimo de stuttering, que por sorte, não me incomodou tanto ao passar do jogo. No DX 11, tinhamos menos uso de RAM, VRAM e mais FPS. O problema é que, na minha maquina, apresentava um bug quando eu minimizava o jogo. Simplesmente havia quedas para 30 fps.

    A historia é uma completa icognita. Não acho que seja ruim. Na realidade, acho que antes devo entendê-la a julgar antes, o problema é que o storytelling do jogo é confuso e indeciso. Eu simplesmente não peguei mais de 20% da historia do game - sendo otimista. Há MUITOS arquivos, e como eu não tenho tempo pra ler por conta dos estudos, fiquei a parte dessa camada do jogo. E, se esses arquivos explicam a historia, alguem explica pra REMEDY que textos são para informações adicionais, e não pra historia principal...

    Por fim, é jogavel e vale a pena a compra numa promoção, muito por conta dos graficos apenas.    … Expand
  5. CaPo01
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    Eines des innovativsten Spiele, welches ich in den letzten Jahren gespielt habe. Das Wechselspiel zwischen Waffen und Kräften ist intuitiv und macht viel Spass. Es ist natürlich kein Taktikshooter, aber das ist hier nicvt von Nachteil. Grafik und Physik sind phantastisch.
  6. parallax_84
    Oct 22, 2019
    8
    A good game with a weird story and solid combat and also some cool powers that makes it a lot of fun to play.
  7. Geradoti4
    Sep 30, 2019
    8
    В этой игре прекрасна физика и разрушаемость объектов, а сюжет не очень.
  8. reviewdude92
    Nov 1, 2019
    9
    Very interesting sci-fi story. Gameplay is fun, and the graphics are amazing, however you need a beefed up PC to play at the highest quality. If they could just better optimize the game in the next patches, the gameplay could be way more smooth and fluid. My system has a GTX 1080 Ti + Ryzen 2700x I get 60 FPS on High, some occasional dips.
  9. russiaps4vsPC
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Best game play 2019, nice graphic and design, love remedy, thanks. Buy ™ max Payne and create max payne new 2020 new game, very interesting
  10. Oakatsura
    Sep 25, 2019
    10
    Running a Ryzen RTX 2080 Ti System, and this game is flawless, everything runs smoothly using the new Ray Tracing technology and looks absolutely gorgeous. The fluid motions and action makes each combat seem renewed and breathtaking. You cannot come close to touching how good of a game Control is. If I had gotten this game for free from my RTX 2080 Ti Purchase, instead of Wolfenstein:Running a Ryzen RTX 2080 Ti System, and this game is flawless, everything runs smoothly using the new Ray Tracing technology and looks absolutely gorgeous. The fluid motions and action makes each combat seem renewed and breathtaking. You cannot come close to touching how good of a game Control is. If I had gotten this game for free from my RTX 2080 Ti Purchase, instead of Wolfenstein: Youngblood (Horrible btw), I would have paid the company for a their work, that's how good this game is.
    Another brilliant title, that I hope to see more of in the coming years, I really miss these Psi-Op / Action / Adventure / Compelling Story types that drive you into the story, and keep you wanting more right until the end, and leaves you sated and astonished when you are done.    … Expand
  11. bonzo
    Sep 19, 2019
    9
    If you enjoy X-Files, Alan Wake, SCP Foundation, or Legion, then this will be right up your alley. The story and the lore surrounding it are interesting and engaging, characters are unique, and there's tons of details strewn about within the game world. Navigating and combat can be a chore sometimes, but not a dealbreaker. A high-quality gem from Remedy.
  12. p1menta
    Oct 13, 2019
    8
    there's a lot of cool stuff here. it actually makes me really mad about how theyve never done a really good proper star wars game. half Jesse's powers are jedi/sith related, and it just works perfectly. how can this work that well and make you feelmore like a jedi than battlefront 2 for example? F you, EA.
    an other great feature of this game are the graphics. holy damn, i played this in    there's a lot of cool stuff here. it actually makes me really mad about how theyve never done a really good proper star wars game. half Jesse's powers are jedi/sith related, and it just works perfectly. how can this work that well and make you feelmore like a jedi than battlefront 2 for example? F you, EA.
    an other great feature of this game are the graphics. holy damn, i played this in max quality pc and hell, it's so gourgeous that it's even weird sme times. it almost causes a disconfort looking at something as beautiful as this game. even with a billion particles flying around and explsions and gunshots, and there was no framerate drop whatsover.
    but that also brings one down point. with this kind of graphic power we wanna see different sceneries, it becomes too repetitive too fast. (almost) every room looks like the previous one, there's like 5 different enemies that repeat through the whole game over and over. they didnt even explored well the astral plane. it should have had at half a dozen enemies like the fridge one.
    another point of the game that took a point off my grade here was the plot. like, there was a great background here for a great story, but it seems underused. like they ran outta time, and couldn't properly finish developing the plot, idk. something is not right.
    still, it's a great new IP, i was happily surprised by this one    … Expand
  13. ItsPeartree
    Aug 30, 2019
    8
    Starting things off with one of the most relevant aspects of this game. Is the RTX worth it? Definitely. However, using an RTX 2060, I was only able to enable RTX by using NVIDIA DLSS which forced a resolution of 720p. RTX is expensive AF, but its beautiful. Moreover, there were moments during the game that got me to go "WOW".

    The gameplay is also very satisfying. During the game I    Starting things off with one of the most relevant aspects of this game. Is the RTX worth it? Definitely. However, using an RTX 2060, I was only able to enable RTX by using NVIDIA DLSS which forced a resolution of 720p. RTX is expensive AF, but its beautiful. Moreover, there were moments during the game that got me to go "WOW".

    The gameplay is also very satisfying. During the game I never thought that the gameplay was repetitive because of how fun it is. Jesse's abilities are just cool. Throwing objects around at enemies is always a lot of fun and the visual feedback is really good. After a fight you can see all the destruction you caused.

    The lore surrounding the Bureau and the Oldest House is cool. However, I feel like the story is lacking in a lot of aspects. I couldn't relate to any character and the ending feels rushed and very confusing. The environment could be more varied given the setting. The only unique environment is the Maze. The game would improve a lot if it had more environments like that.    … Expand
  14. EmranBayati
    Sep 21, 2019
    10
    Control is an awesome combination of a 3rd person shooter gameplay, rich story and fascinating visual graphics, its a ray tracing masterpiece if you play with an RTX.

    Remedy has been one of the leading-edge game studios, developing great AAA games in new and creative ips every time.
    you won't see 10 assassins creeds from these guys, new IP every time.

    worth every penny.
  15. Karmazyn83
    Oct 7, 2019
    9
    Control....will take over all your free time so you could finish it and love it just like I did.

    I would lie if I said that I have even a brief idea of what is going on it this game. I am confused. I collect documents, tapes and try not to miss anything but I still do not have any clue of what is going on. I have decided not to collect any intel as it made game more confusing.    Control....will take over all your free time so you could finish it and love it just like I did.

    I would lie if I said that I have even a brief idea of what is going on it this game. I am confused. I collect documents, tapes and try not to miss anything but I still do not have any clue of what is going on.

    I have decided not to collect any intel as it made game more confusing. Unfortunately I do not own RTX card so can't marvel ray tracing at its best. I play game on GTX 1080 at 1080p at the downstairs 65 inch Sony 1080p TV (through STEAM link) and game looks superb. I cant even imagine how better it would looked like with RTX lightning effects.

    The environments, characters, soundtrack and all amazing particle effects. When you start shooting broken glass, documents, chunks of walls fly everywhere. When explosives goes off the are is lit and more amazing particle effects fall and bounce off the floor. I intentionally do not aim direct at the target but fire whole magazine everywhere just to create more havoc. It looks and sounds amazing.

    I also like all the special powers. With fully upgraded telekinesis skill I am able to throw forklifts, rip huge chunks of the concrete pillars and launch it towards enemies. The skill is great. The same can be said about levitation. Hermiona would be proud. The levitation looks so cool. Remedy has created something truly unique and special. Game is fabulous !

    I might have no idea what is going on for most of the time but OMG, do I enjoy every minute of it.

    Step into shoes of intriguing and wonderfully voiced Jesse Faden and try to make sense out of the story. Trapped inside Federal Bureau of Control you fight with Hiss and try to rescue your brother. All of this is a very confusing background to a spectacular third person shooter.

    Pros
    -Ray tracing support (so I have heard)
    - graphics
    - shooting
    - setting
    - telekinetic super powers

    Cons
    - confusing story
    -what is going on again    … Expand
  16. OHIC
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This might be my favourite ever game world. I think it's perfectly pitched, in terms of lore vs gameplay. You get a great movement and combat system, so if you're not into reading logs and watching monitor clips then you still get a great game. That said, there are hitches where, if you miss a stray comment, you might end up lost for what to do at times, and the map/navigation system isThis might be my favourite ever game world. I think it's perfectly pitched, in terms of lore vs gameplay. You get a great movement and combat system, so if you're not into reading logs and watching monitor clips then you still get a great game. That said, there are hitches where, if you miss a stray comment, you might end up lost for what to do at times, and the map/navigation system is pretty terrible (but don't worry, it gets better! Once you figure it out, it does eventually get a lot easier to traverse the world).

    But aside from those minor issues, it's a fantastic game that only gets better in the DLC, where the movement system and combat options combine to give you unusual puzzles. This is one of those games where you shouldn't think "main missions > side missions", since side missions are some of the best parts of the game. It's nice to see a game that doesn't force you to see all its tricks, but it would be a great shame if you stormed through the game and decided you were done. There's a whole other game's worth hiding, so explore, keep going back to talk to characters, whatever you can do to find all the secrets. Still, I do like the modesty of the game that I can have conversations with other players where each of us has seen whole missions that the other has not, and then go back to catch up.    … Expand
  17. WannabeGamer
    Sep 12, 2019
    8
    TL;DR: A good story driven single player game with decent combat, interesting exploration and some character development choices. No wow-effect, though.
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    Control (PC) was an enjoyable experience for me. I liked the story, although the narrative feels a bit glued over. It was fun to play around with different armaments and skills. There was a constant feeling of progression as the    TL;DR: A good story driven single player game with decent combat, interesting exploration and some character development choices. No wow-effect, though.
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    Control (PC) was an enjoyable experience for me. I liked the story, although the narrative feels a bit glued over. It was fun to play around with different armaments and skills. There was a constant feeling of progression as the missions took me around the premises. The collection of materials and narrative extras didn't feel like a chore, but instead just happened by way of thorough exploration.
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    Graphics are pretty, but this game is very GPU hungry. Soundscape is interesting: annoying and immersive at the same time. I ended up hoping for some more "real" music in the soundtrack.
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    Gameplay: 8
    Story: 7
    Graphics: 9
    Sounds/Music: 7    … Expand
  18. wissin
    Oct 12, 2019
    10
    If the SCP Foundation, the X-Files, and the X-men had a baby, and that baby was a video game, and it was raised by people who understood what fun meant, it would be this game.

    Buy it, and enjoy flying around outside time and space killing unknowable horrors with your magic gun and mind powers.
  19. Viiltaja
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Best looking game and action is really tense. Story was intresting. 2019 game for me.
  20. yui05062ds
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    top quality game. very few games these games take the gamble on the strange and beautiful. metroid vania style games with health pick
  21. LoLxD2320
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    Best experience in RTX.
    Good action, good story, good game!!!
    Thanks Remedi
  22. jptiamzon
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    This game is between 8 to 9-ish, 8.5 maybe max. If you're a simple dude / dudette who's simple and doesn't really mind playing bland games, this game is good at best. I just gave it a 10 because I can run it on my immortal gtx 750 ti on low preset with textures cranked up at high on my fricking tv. Can run this in static 30 fps at either 900p or 720p. Still better than playing on my ps4.
  23. Valon518
    Sep 9, 2019
    8
    Let me start by saying I am a big fan of Remedy games! Alan wake was a great game and so is this. I loved some of the story tie ins with control and the events in alan wake. Both games in my opinion have a great story. Controls story is very syfy driven and keeps you interested. Even though the way that you can interact and manipulate the environment isn't anything new it is veryLet me start by saying I am a big fan of Remedy games! Alan wake was a great game and so is this. I loved some of the story tie ins with control and the events in alan wake. Both games in my opinion have a great story. Controls story is very syfy driven and keeps you interested. Even though the way that you can interact and manipulate the environment isn't anything new it is very enjoyable. I absolutely loved all the collectables and the way that they really developed the backstory or at least some of the history of the federal bureau of control. My only complaint is that all in all the battles are not all that challenging. Some of the bigger boss fights were a little tuff but all in all not all that hard.… Expand
  24. PriesTdk
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Game of the Year 2019/2020 - not even a competition. It's freaking AMAZING!
  25. Bitek
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    One the best single player games I played in years. It is pure game art. The story is very interesting but it is confusing. You will need to do additional research to understand some concepts from the game. Concepts in this game are based on Carl Gustav Jung theories. Side missions are awesome. Puzzles are challenging. There is a lot of stuff to read in the game. Getting from one missionOne the best single player games I played in years. It is pure game art. The story is very interesting but it is confusing. You will need to do additional research to understand some concepts from the game. Concepts in this game are based on Carl Gustav Jung theories. Side missions are awesome. Puzzles are challenging. There is a lot of stuff to read in the game. Getting from one mission to another is never obvious. There is no path set by the computer to follow from point A to point B. You will need to figure out on your own how to get to your next mission. This will encourage you to explore the world of Control. Game mechanics are awesome, weapons, powers everything is cool. Do not forget to get the DLCs. I am playing Foundation dlc now and I love it. It is just as good as the main game with new abilities and new enemies. Control is easily 10 out of 10 game. One of the most unique experiences in years for me. Get control and be prepared to be confused and amazed at the same time.… Expand
  26. skeith
    Feb 8, 2020
    9
    The developers of Alan Wake once again surprised me with another masterpiece. Thanks. Love the weird story and awesome gameplay, but I really dislike the overly maze-like map.
  27. ultraviper
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    The gameplay is good but it isn't anything special or revolutionary. The setting and the story however, are superb. I'm a fan of shows like The X-Files and Fringe and this game has a very similar feel. Usually in games I just pass over all the dumb little audio logs/journal pages/codex files etc. that are littered everywhere. But in this game I actually sought them out. The setting is justThe gameplay is good but it isn't anything special or revolutionary. The setting and the story however, are superb. I'm a fan of shows like The X-Files and Fringe and this game has a very similar feel. Usually in games I just pass over all the dumb little audio logs/journal pages/codex files etc. that are littered everywhere. But in this game I actually sought them out. The setting is just that good.… Expand
  28. RedMist
    Aug 23, 2020
    8
    The shooting and telekinesis is super satisfying, graphics are fantastic too! Might replay it for Ray Tracing
  29. Razark9
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    This is by far one of the best of games 2019 in my opinion and it's a MUST-PLAY if you're into supernatural games or the SCP universe. It's very clear this game was inspired by the SCP universe and if you like delving into the anomalies of the SCPs you'll be very intrigued by Control. I'll be listing some Pros and Cons.
    Pros:
    + Super nice graphics + Awesome physics system and    This is by far one of the best of games 2019 in my opinion and it's a MUST-PLAY if you're into supernatural games or the SCP universe. It's very clear this game was inspired by the SCP universe and if you like delving into the anomalies of the SCPs you'll be very intrigued by Control. I'll be listing some Pros and Cons.
    Pros:
    + Super nice graphics
    + Awesome physics system and destructible environments
    + Fun gameplay, combat and abilities. I can't stress this one, enough.
    + Interesting environment and world and mysteries which actually leads me to delve into collectibles and what happens on the projectors and TVs inside the game
    + Some pretty surprising moments.

    Cons:
    - Useless and hard to navigate map.
    - Pacing
    - AI's being a little dumb at times.

    I still think this game was absolutely worth the price and a very solid game.    … Expand
  30. CptAhnungslos
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    Take Control!
    My Game of the Year (2020, I´m late to the Party).
    I came for the graphics, had to try out my new RTX Card.
    But I stayed for the fun gameplay, the "X-Files" vibe atmosphere and I completely lost it when Ahti gave me his Walkman. Take Control!
  31. Sin2x
    May 1, 2020
    9
    Old-school gaming at its finest, Remedy does not disappoint. I wish Resident Evil 3 remake was done by them, it woud have been so much better.
  32. Jamejarrs
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    It's rare that I get so excited to read a text entry in an action game, but the writing is so well done (and often very funny) that I would run away from the firefight I was having to grab a piece of paper off the ground.

    This is also one of the most gorgeous games of the generation; the Brutalist architecture is immaculate and lends to the oppressive atmosphere of the Oldest House, and    It's rare that I get so excited to read a text entry in an action game, but the writing is so well done (and often very funny) that I would run away from the firefight I was having to grab a piece of paper off the ground.

    This is also one of the most gorgeous games of the generation; the Brutalist architecture is immaculate and lends to the oppressive atmosphere of the Oldest House, and the way that neat offices become war-torn battlefields as you fight looks amazing. Playing this with ray tracing on is a treat.

    The gun-play is satisfying yet challenging and the progression of your abilities is great, you start the game as just another person and by the end you're a superhero.

    I'll definitely come back for the DLC.    … Expand
  33. VmsCritic
    Jan 26, 2020
    9
    I was constantly surprised by how original and immersive this game design, storytelling, landscape, cinematography this game has. This game took the immersive games and storytelling to another level, outperforming easily a lot of movies. I really hope REMEDY can bring more content and games like this, It's amazing. The combat was also great, balanced combat and difficulty, challengingI was constantly surprised by how original and immersive this game design, storytelling, landscape, cinematography this game has. This game took the immersive games and storytelling to another level, outperforming easily a lot of movies. I really hope REMEDY can bring more content and games like this, It's amazing. The combat was also great, balanced combat and difficulty, challenging bosses. The skills from Jesse are badass! You can basically fly, dash and throw anything at the enemies. I really wish the movie industry see the high potential of this game becoming a movie. Amazing surprise !!!… Expand
  34. shatarah
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    greattttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt
  35. RainXH11
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    i'm 20 hours into the game, and this is probably one of the best games i've played in a long time
    Metroidvania map exploration, intriguing story, game filled with mystery which makes you motivated to play everything in it, combat, weapons, physics & particle effects unlike any other game out there
    they crafted well designed levels in one building, the lore is so well done that sometimes    i'm 20 hours into the game, and this is probably one of the best games i've played in a long time
    Metroidvania map exploration, intriguing story, game filled with mystery which makes you motivated to play everything in it, combat, weapons, physics & particle effects unlike any other game out there
    they crafted well designed levels in one building, the lore is so well done that sometimes you question yourself whether this game is based upon some real stuff the US were experimenting with back in the 50-60s
    & the Ashtray maze, is the cherry on top of already excellent game, if you want to experience something original this game delivers.
    going from very linear quantum break to this, remedy games is going in the right direction    … Expand
  36. Vpupkinv
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Undoubtedly 10 out of 10 for me.

    I've completed this game with a single breath, lurking through every corner searching for another secret, and participated in every combat with great satisfaction. Everything in this game alligned perfectly for me: the world, the lore, level design, backtracking, destructions, combat system, difficulty. Its like they've made this game specifically for    Undoubtedly 10 out of 10 for me.

    I've completed this game with a single breath, lurking through every corner searching for another secret, and participated in every combat with great satisfaction.
    Everything in this game alligned perfectly for me: the world, the lore, level design, backtracking, destructions, combat system, difficulty. Its like they've made this game specifically for me, and I hope this team will continue doing this :D

    The only thing I didn't like in this game is a music box levels, but since they optional and were added with a free update, I don't care about them.    … Expand
  37. mrsalty101
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    I can't believe all the negative reviews on here. Half of them admit they gave up after an hour while the other half call the story confusing with no back story. Try reading just a few of the notes you pick up while playing. If you're too lazy to play past the intro or read for 5 minutes I don't know where you got the energy to write a review. One of the negative reviews even said it wasI can't believe all the negative reviews on here. Half of them admit they gave up after an hour while the other half call the story confusing with no back story. Try reading just a few of the notes you pick up while playing. If you're too lazy to play past the intro or read for 5 minutes I don't know where you got the energy to write a review. One of the negative reviews even said it was trying to be a souls-like. Really? Calling a sci-fi shooter with super powers a souls-like? Unbelievable!… Expand
  38. disulfiram
    May 25, 2020
    10
    Nearly perfect game in my opinion. The only negative for me is, it doesn't control well on mouse and keyboard. I don't know what exactly but something doesn't feel right for me. I ended up playing it with a game pad which is fine.

    Even though the action is excellent and a 100% fun constantly, sometimes I wanted to get it over with just so I can enjoy other aspects of the game, like the    Nearly perfect game in my opinion. The only negative for me is, it doesn't control well on mouse and keyboard. I don't know what exactly but something doesn't feel right for me. I ended up playing it with a game pad which is fine.

    Even though the action is excellent and a 100% fun constantly, sometimes I wanted to get it over with just so I can enjoy other aspects of the game, like the environment or some sort of story progression. Speaking of which, personally I loved the flow of the story but for some people it's a major issue so that's worth mentioning. Somehow a lot of people have said the game is excellent and yet I was surprised at how enjoyable I found it

    On the technical side of things, the game runs butter smooth on my work machine with a cheep Radeon 580, so I'd say it's pretty well optimized.

    I don't remember the last time I was that impressed with a game.    … Expand
  39. ImperialKnight
    Jun 13, 2021
    10
    This game is like an 8, but gave it a 10 to balance out the negatives scores from people who want story delivered to them on a platter. Control delivers the story in a classic "Show. Don't tell" manner, which is apparently too difficult for many people. The world building results in huge potential for games based in the Alan Wake/Control universe.

    The game play is decent, but minor    This game is like an 8, but gave it a 10 to balance out the negatives scores from people who want story delivered to them on a platter. Control delivers the story in a classic "Show. Don't tell" manner, which is apparently too difficult for many people. The world building results in huge potential for games based in the Alan Wake/Control universe.

    The game play is decent, but minor problems prevent it from greatness. For example, there's not way to tell if an enemy has spawned or snuck behind behind you, and there's a lack of feedback when you take damage, which all results in a lot of unnecessary cheap deaths.    … Expand
  40. NerdN8
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Очень понравилась эта игра в первую очередь за шикарную атмосферу и отличный сюжет, а так же его подачу. Великолепная графика и музыкальное сопровождение. Немного не понравилась стрельба, но использование способностей это компенсирует. Игра довольно сложная местами, однако больше получил удовольствие от этого, нежили раздражение. Много отсылок к другой отличной игре от этой студии. ИграОчень понравилась эта игра в первую очередь за шикарную атмосферу и отличный сюжет, а так же его подачу. Великолепная графика и музыкальное сопровождение. Немного не понравилась стрельба, но использование способностей это компенсирует. Игра довольно сложная местами, однако больше получил удовольствие от этого, нежили раздражение. Много отсылок к другой отличной игре от этой студии. Игра явно не для широкой массы которая не привыкла к сложностям и тому что в подобных играх надо мозги включать. В общем доволен на 100% и жду dlc!… Expand
  41. squalledu86
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    Nice game overall. Just want to make a remark on RT. Maybe this is the first RT game that I play and can tell the difference. Like, I don't remember my console games to look and reflect like that. If you have a GPU that supports RT maybe this game is worth checking out. I played on a 2070 and made some tweaks to the auto graphics settings, I did get some performance issues but minor I'dNice game overall. Just want to make a remark on RT. Maybe this is the first RT game that I play and can tell the difference. Like, I don't remember my console games to look and reflect like that. If you have a GPU that supports RT maybe this game is worth checking out. I played on a 2070 and made some tweaks to the auto graphics settings, I did get some performance issues but minor I'd say. With RT on I can only remember some drops in frame rate in non-crittical stages of the game. I mean, like during boss fights or enemies encounters in general I don't remember having major issues even with RT on which is great (AFAIR).Lastly, a game where you play like a Jedi having the skill to manipulate objects from a distance, that's a cool mechanic, how has no one thought about a game like this before? :-) (if there's a game with this mechanic out there I just don't know it or don't remember it right now) Using these special powers is nice. The game is a bit more challenging than usual but it's still playable. If interested maybe one of those spring sales that are going on right now might be worth checking. Happy gaming :-)… Expand
  42. NanoThunderGod
    Mar 21, 2020
    9
    I played control because I got it on a sale. I wanted to play it since it was from the developers of Alan Wake, one of my favorite games for the Xbox 360. I was not disappointed, the game has a great story and characters since the beginning. It is a must have if you like Action Horror games.
  43. Skaamit
    Sep 5, 2020
    9
    Maybe it the Game of the Year for me.

    It's a good and interesting game with some problems. Visual and audio aspects are the most strong sides. An environment is wonderful, beautiful and fascinating to explore. I so like the general mood, the freaking atmosphere of tension, pressure, uncertainty and this new world created by «Remedy». The soundtrack is a pretty ambient, places that work    Maybe it the Game of the Year for me.

    It's a good and interesting game with some problems. Visual and audio aspects are the most strong sides. An environment is wonderful, beautiful and fascinating to explore. I so like the general mood, the freaking atmosphere of tension, pressure, uncertainty and this new world created by «Remedy». The soundtrack is a pretty ambient, places that work well with the pressure atmosphere of the game. A shooting is not very good, but a mix of fire and abilities is great gameplay with a pleasant dynamic. Well, I can describe the game like a stylish souls like game with a gun – the main character have not a lot of health and enemies kill her very fast, especially in close combat. And one more – extra materials (notes and other) is good here.

    I had a great pleasure on this week. Thank you my dear Finnish game developers.    … Expand
  44. Sholva
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    I did play this game last year, a bit after it came out on the Epic Games Store, but I didn’t write a review back then because I knew there was going to be some sort of DLC/s released in the future.

    One year later, the two story DLCs have been released, so I’ve played through the whole game again, with the DLCs this time around as well. To say that this game is one of the best Remedy    I did play this game last year, a bit after it came out on the Epic Games Store, but I didn’t write a review back then because I knew there was going to be some sort of DLC/s released in the future.

    One year later, the two story DLCs have been released, so I’ve played through the whole game again, with the DLCs this time around as well.

    To say that this game is one of the best Remedy has ever made, is an understatement. Control, as the name implies (and that implication has many, many facets, for sure), is just the game where Remedy themselves have finally seized “control” of all of their creative prowess to, finally, open up the way so their true vision can come forth: connecting all of their games and universes into one, and Control has made that possible with the most unique and incredible story-telling which obviously has the seal of quality of Sam Lake’s writing, for sure, and many others who’ve been working at Remedy since the beginning.

    What the future brings for all of these universes and creations from Remedy, we’ll see, but the future looks quite bright, indeed, considering what they teased recently in their 25 year anniversary blog post they published.

    On the more technical aspect, the PC version of Control is an amazing looking game, powered by Remedy’s latest iteration of the Northlight Engine, previously seen in Quantum Break; in Control, this engine really shines, no pun intended, as the lighting, reflections and shadows are pushed to new levels, even more so for those with RTX enabled GPUs…this game is really beautiful even for me only running a GTX 1070, with a Ryzen 5 3600. The game is smooth enough albeit a bit GPU demanding when cranking those settings up but it’s tradition that most new Remedy games are quite demanding: Max Payne and specially Max Payne 2…for that one I needed a new PC back then, for sure, it looked amazing for the time; Alan Wake was a masterpiece on every possible level, but the engine (the same Max-FX engine from Max Payne 1&2) was revamped to the limit, as thoroughly explained to us in the Director’s Cut edition of Alan Wake; then came Quantum Break, with the Northlight Engine, and that game to this day can be more demanding on my GPU than even Control itself…the lighting was amazing too in QB.

    The keybinds for mouse and keyboard are excellent in Control, no issues for me, despite being a left handed player, everything can be remapped.

    All in all…Control is a truly unique experience, one that every Remedy games fan, old or new, should experience, ASAP, but do so by taking your time, explore every corner, read every file and think, use your brain to try and connect the dots from all the little clues, easter eggs and mentions of other Remedy games and characters and stuff. That said, don’t think that just because it’s the game Remedy claims “connects” everything, it’s void of story on its own, because it is not, not at all: Control does have a very interesting story, completely new from any previous Remedy’s games, but familiar in many ways, especially in the “Remedy way”, if you know what I mean.

    So yeah, with all the content available now, Control feels complete, yet leaving me wanting more, a lot more, because this game won’t explain everything to you, as it’s the case in all of Remedy’s previous games, you need to put your own thoughts into the mix too, and draw your own conclusions, it’s the Remedy way, always has been.

    The AWE DLC felt a bit short to me, and I personally believe that it should’ve been the first to be released, because I’ve seen that those owning the Ultimate Edition can play it from chapter 7, or something, on the main campaign, which makes sense.

    The Foundation DLC feels like a decent Epilogue to the main story, and that’s why it’s played after beating the game. It added a lot of background to certain characters, but also leaving them all the more mysterious at the same time, another great trait of Remedy’s story telling since Max Payne.

    Overall, I loved this game, its gameplay, visual direction (it deserved all the accolades it’s gotten, for sure) and the story and writing, something I’ve always enjoyed in the other Remedy games: they all have superb writing, and Control is nothing short of amazing on that front.

    Do yourself a favor and dive right into this fantastic world…you’ll feel right at home if you played any other Remedy game, which I recommend, anyway : )    … Expand
  45. SilverOrlov
    Mar 5, 2020
    9
    This game is a "picture". Not an action movie, not a story book, but a picture, that shows us an unusual and mysterious place, with its secrets and changing environment. Some paranormal things and events and at the same time it does not forget to treat the visitor of this place with dangerous and unknown enemies. Often you can hear the complaints of players that there is no plot or that itThis game is a "picture". Not an action movie, not a story book, but a picture, that shows us an unusual and mysterious place, with its secrets and changing environment. Some paranormal things and events and at the same time it does not forget to treat the visitor of this place with dangerous and unknown enemies. Often you can hear the complaints of players that there is no plot or that it is excessively obscure, confused, paranormal. But the problem with these players is that they "only see the top of the iceberg." This game has a plot and a story that really has a very unstable shape like a simple long stick, this plot can be seen and almost completely understood if you are more attentive to the game than to a simple ordinary shooter. And even so, the cornerstone of the game is not in the plot, but in architecture, atmosphere, light design ... Control ... the situation in the building, key points, objects of power and so on.
    Well, for those who are especially persistent, they have notes, correspondence, recordings on a voice recorder, video tapes.
    I really want to see a sequel that would either put "all the points in place" or give an open but adequate ending to the whole story.
    This game for me is a "Magnum opus" of Remedi studio .    … Expand
  46. LogTech
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, mechanics, dificulty, story and characters. It reminds me to the times of Max Paine. that history captures you till the end of the game. a MASTERPIECE. Amazing JOB REMEDY!
  47. svonton
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Take of my hat to Remedy it was perfect experience of controlling the Bureau of paranormal things like SCP thing's (you probably know this famous universe). I'm so loved SCP and all stuff around it and remedy game bring me all this felling by searching ordinary things that isn't ordinary at all. All this pseudo scientist documents about incidents with paranormal and thing with some powerTake of my hat to Remedy it was perfect experience of controlling the Bureau of paranormal things like SCP thing's (you probably know this famous universe). I'm so loved SCP and all stuff around it and remedy game bring me all this felling by searching ordinary things that isn't ordinary at all. All this pseudo scientist documents about incidents with paranormal and thing with some power that cause this incidents, all this "classified" or "data deleted" in this documents, damn i love it. But what about game play? this is in door shooter with some kind of multi tool (your personal weapon that can be anything you want: simple pistol, shotgun, smg, sniper rifle or grenade launcher). besides multi tool you can use pool of abilities that you can unlock by controlling "subjects of power". You will meet a lot of them while playing this game. All this can help you to kill different types of enemy (them no so many but all of them have unique abilities and behavior). because this game reminded me SCP universe i start completing the side quests: all of them can bring you some points for upgrading your abilities, but what interest most of them can tell interest story and some of them can give you epic boss battle (and as for me its another plus of this game because if you don't wanna challenge yourself you can just skip this bosses and concentrate on the plot). So in conclusion i can say that this game definitely will be liked by SCP's fan or pseudo scientist movie/books/cartoons or what ever fan's =D… Expand
  48. lautaropw
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    This is the closest I've come to the feeling of playing a next-gen videogame, Remedy never disappoints.
    Took about 18 hours to beat the amazing story but took a break before starting The Foundation DLC.
    (The ending kinda sucks though)
  49. BKsniperguy
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    First 2/3 of the game is pretty boring (storywise) and the gameplay is great but fairly repedative in the same vein as doom 2016 although not quite as extreme. The last 3rd of the game is fantastic, so much so that I'm giving it 9/10 overall. Art style is fantastic and the combat flows really well, even if it isn't nearly as fast paced as something like doom.
    Graphics : 10/10
    Gameplay:    First 2/3 of the game is pretty boring (storywise) and the gameplay is great but fairly repedative in the same vein as doom 2016 although not quite as extreme. The last 3rd of the game is fantastic, so much so that I'm giving it 9/10 overall. Art style is fantastic and the combat flows really well, even if it isn't nearly as fast paced as something like doom.
    Graphics : 10/10
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Story (in the last 3rd): 10/10
    Story (in the first 2/3): 3/10    … Expand
  50. maxshmax
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    One of the most solid games of last years. Story, actors, gameplay, setting, all is on high level. Also, it has a lot of Alan Wake connections.
  51. S_8
    Sep 9, 2019
    8
    I'm so unsatisfied by the ending. It literally doesn't even tell you if these are just dreams or are they real. I hope there would be a second version.
  52. alanwaketan
    Feb 17, 2020
    9
    没有RTX加持的情况下大概也就八分的样子。但是在RTX加持下，Control真的是把光线追踪融入到了整个游戏gameplay当中，比如用各种微妙的光影效果来引导游戏推进，海市蜃楼motel里就用光影来暗示哪间房间打开了。再加上加入大量玻璃钢筋等可以着重强调光线反射的现代素材，真的是一个栩栩如生美轮美奂的世界。这一脚踢开了次世代的大门，不愧是RTX大型宣传片。没有RTX加持的情况下大概也就八分的样子。但是在RTX加持下，Control真的是把光线追踪融入到了整个游戏gameplay当中，比如用各种微妙的光影效果来引导游戏推进，海市蜃楼motel里就用光影来暗示哪间房间打开了。再加上加入大量玻璃钢筋等可以着重强调光线反射的现代素材，真的是一个栩栩如生美轮美奂的世界。这一脚踢开了次世代的大门，不愧是RTX大型宣传片。
  53. Radianser
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Плюсы:
    1) классная графика
    2) отличные звуки и озвучка 3) нетипичный сюжет (до конца сохраняется загадка, и мне до последнего момента хотелось разобраться что же тут черт возьми происходит) 4) приятный геймплей Минусы: 1) такая себе оптимизация 2) задалбывает, когда умираешь в битве с боссом, бежать через половину карты, чтобы попробовать снова. Ну а в целом игра классная, мне    Плюсы:
    1) классная графика
    2) отличные звуки и озвучка
    3) нетипичный сюжет (до конца сохраняется загадка, и мне до последнего момента хотелось разобраться что же тут черт возьми происходит)
    4) приятный геймплей

    Минусы:
    1) такая себе оптимизация
    2) задалбывает, когда умираешь в битве с боссом, бежать через половину карты, чтобы попробовать снова.

    Ну а в целом игра классная, мне понравилась)    … Expand
  54. Chukree
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Best Remedy title so far. Everything was amazing, from the combat to the jaw dropping visuals and narrative. I wish games like this got more attention instead of reboots and crappy sequels. Control > COD
  55. linosia
    Dec 10, 2019
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. There is a problem with navigation, though (map helps a bit but not really). Optimization could be better. Levitation comes after you completed 2/3 of entire main-campaign (so it's minus). But overall mostly positive impressions
  56. Lefteris_Kyrou
    Apr 13, 2020
    8
    I absolutely loved Control. Spectacular original experience. The definition of "fun to play" game. Stunning graphics, in my case with Ray Tracing on the experience was jaw-dropping. The story was strange and sometimes hard to understand but that's what made me love it. For me easily the game of the year. Well done Remedy!
  57. geesloper
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    Brilliant, really enjoyed this game. Fun gameplay, an amazingly well-thought narrative, lots of opportunity to roam and explore.
  58. valek_krak
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    Very good and deep story, awesome destructions and action. Must-play for SCP foundation fans btw. Enjoyed it on 2080 with raytracing. Tip: medium preset and high makes almost no difference but big perfomance improvement
  59. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    Really loved the smooth gameplay that is so much fun. Sadly very repetitive and enemy variety is missing. Bosses are meh but story is pure remedy I liked it.
  60. C-A
    Feb 13, 2020
    9
    A breath of a fresh air game to play, with a nice combat system, especially later in the game naturally.
    The story is good and it has good weird characters. This is a game you should try to play not only the story quest but also the side quest or you just miss almost half of the quality that control has to offer, including some of the better boss fights!
  61. YouKnowWho2020
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    That was awesome.

    Loved every minute of it. The Ultimate Edition refines the game and every part is perfectly weighted. Recent AAA releases really shows just how unrated Control is. Thanks Remedy et al
  62. nmayx
    Apr 21, 2020
    10
    Very nice game with difficult to understand the story but when you do it become very interesting, about gameplay i can tell that some boses is difficult to defeat because of not simple mechanic of the game.
  63. Draqun
    May 21, 2021
    9
    Cool concepts and good written story. I like main hero, but it is not clear why she talks to herself so much.
  64. Dragoi
    Jun 5, 2020
    9
    Absolutely love this game. The controls feel so, so good. I've never played a game where the controls worked so well that I noticed it, but moving and shooting are just effortless in this game. Everything does exactly what you want it to do.

    That alone makes it incredibly satisfying, and the story only builds on that. I really enjoyed the trickling way that the story is told. Combine    Absolutely love this game. The controls feel so, so good. I've never played a game where the controls worked so well that I noticed it, but moving and shooting are just effortless in this game. Everything does exactly what you want it to do.

    That alone makes it incredibly satisfying, and the story only builds on that. I really enjoyed the trickling way that the story is told. Combine that with the crazy fun combat, and I loved it. Highly recommend.    … Expand
  65. Veryt
    Jun 17, 2020
    10
    The same time as a great day of school and I love you all for you all for you all for you all for you all for you all for
  66. ahrek
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    this game is a true masterpiece in almost all aspects of a videogame design. level design and combat system are exceptional, and the story offers some extraordinary concepts and unifies all remedy games into a remedyverse worth of constant lore analysis. the music is not as memorable as alan wake's, but two songs are damn epic. the only complaint I have of this game is that it went Epicthis game is a true masterpiece in almost all aspects of a videogame design. level design and combat system are exceptional, and the story offers some extraordinary concepts and unifies all remedy games into a remedyverse worth of constant lore analysis. the music is not as memorable as alan wake's, but two songs are damn epic. the only complaint I have of this game is that it went Epic exclusive on PC for an entire year and locked exclusive skins and a small mission for ps4. that was despicable. but the game itself is, from my point of view, free of fault.… Expand
  67. mathieuP
    Dec 8, 2020
    9
    Wow!!!
    Super fun à jouer , une identité à tomber par terre.
    Apres l'histoire je suis un peut passé a coté mais j'ai vraiment apprécié chaque seconde de jeu.
  68. juliotulho
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Control is a very weird game that delivers amazing visuals, incredible world building and a unique story alongside great third-person action gameplay.
  69. annadit
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    Very high quality action game. Unique story and excellent game mechanics. Beautiful graphics! PC with RTX on is just pure candy for your eyes! i rly like this game
  70. Takich
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Итак, я наконец-то прошёл это чудо. И знаете что? Мне понравилось. Те 13 часов, что я в ней провёл, бегая по Бюро, были довольно весёлыми и интересными.
    СЮЖЕТ на удивление не такой запутанный, как здесь пишут, и он весьма неплох. Ближе к финалу (почти)всё становится на свои логические места. Ясно-понятно, что всё это Бюро, потусторонние явления и объекты, что оно изучает, были любезно    Итак, я наконец-то прошёл это чудо. И знаете что? Мне понравилось. Те 13 часов, что я в ней провёл, бегая по Бюро, были довольно весёлыми и интересными.
    СЮЖЕТ на удивление не такой запутанный, как здесь пишут, и он весьма неплох. Ближе к финалу (почти)всё становится на свои логические места. Ясно-понятно, что всё это Бюро, потусторонние явления и объекты, что оно изучает, были любезно взяты у SCP фандома (особенно интересна побочная миссия с холодильником, от которого нельзя отводить взгляд, где-то мы уже подобное видели), но своей оригинальности это у Контроля не отнимает.
    Хочу отметить ДИЗАЙН локаций, он здесь восхитителен, как и СТИЛИСТИКА самой игры. Обычным брождением по этажам Дома можно получать эстетическое удовольствие.
    ФИЗИКА, она великолепна! Когда ты поднимаешь в воздух какой нибудь стол, все бумаги на нём разлетаются.
    РАЗРУШАЕМОСТЬ ОБЪЕКТОВ, она здесь тоже хороша. Враги могут разрушить колонну, на которой ты собирался изображать снайпера, обстрелять ракетами твоё укрытие.
    Балл отнимаю за иногда затянутые и частые бои, которые ты иногда можешь проигрывать, начиная заново и уходя в самое начало миссии, раздражает!
    БОЕВАЯ СИСТЕМА похожа на их прошлый продукт (QB), где она мне тоже понравилась.

    Крайне рекомендую к покупке, хорошего дня! [ДАННЫЕ УДАЛЕНЫ]    … Expand
  71. Torchmanz1
    Sep 2, 2020
    9
    Great story, good shooting mechanics, awesome destructable environment. If you have a decent pc with a RTX video card, this game is beautiful.
  72. Devastator1988
    Jul 17, 2022
    8
    A great story with the solid atmosphere. The good combat with the useful abilities and perks. Must have to play!
  73. HollenZorn
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    Control's story is refreshingly dramatic & wildly stimulating. It has elements of the horror, RPG, & action genres. The combat, although repetitive, is extremely enjoyable by continuing to introduce new ways for the player approach enemies and formulate new tactics. Control easily puts the major game developers/producers to shame by simply having a highly substantive & intriguing story.Control's story is refreshingly dramatic & wildly stimulating. It has elements of the horror, RPG, & action genres. The combat, although repetitive, is extremely enjoyable by continuing to introduce new ways for the player approach enemies and formulate new tactics. Control easily puts the major game developers/producers to shame by simply having a highly substantive & intriguing story. This is NOT a cookie cutter cash grab.… Expand
  74. Malzur
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Impressive stylish visuals with a mysterious atmosphere..
    Amazing powers/gunplay..
    Great music/soundscapes..
    Interesting lore collectables that gives life to your surroundings..

    If you like shooty shooty story games, this is top of the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ line
    buy it
  75. Dreweliss
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    A delicious story which never ceases to impress by its consistency and variety. A truly refreshing storytelling where the use of real life actors images somehow never conflicts with the fiction but actually help its anchoring in our reality.

    The gameplay never bored me as our character never stops learning new skills. The simple exploration of the Bureau ensures itself the change of    A delicious story which never ceases to impress by its consistency and variety. A truly refreshing storytelling where the use of real life actors images somehow never conflicts with the fiction but actually help its anchoring in our reality.

    The gameplay never bored me as our character never stops learning new skills. The simple exploration of the Bureau ensures itself the change of scenery.

    A unique game and modern Lovecraftian experience which is to me the biggest "Action-Adventure" revelation of those 10 last years.    … Expand
  76. AgentLvi
    Dec 27, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece game. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
  77. Patres87
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    As a Remedy fanboy, I only regret not to have played this game earlier. For me it's another masterpiece, while I didn't play Quantum Break yet. Love the concept of a federal bureau investigating paranormal events in a setting of the game with a changing environment sounds very original to me. The soundtrack and the ambience with chatter of talking voices in background which I was able toAs a Remedy fanboy, I only regret not to have played this game earlier. For me it's another masterpiece, while I didn't play Quantum Break yet. Love the concept of a federal bureau investigating paranormal events in a setting of the game with a changing environment sounds very original to me. The soundtrack and the ambience with chatter of talking voices in background which I was able to decipher were mostly in German language kept me on my heels throughout the whole game. The storytelling is done with few cutscenes mostly in-between missions and side quests and the approach is very gentle. The rest of the story is brought to you non-invasively should you be eager to learn more by simply collecting documents which are place around the area, which gives you a glimpse on what you are currently dealing with or what is about to come. This pace of action, exploring and learning about the events fits me well as I could shift my attention towards different things and slowly put together the pieces of the puzzle. There is no difficulty setting and you have a number of abilities that will help you defeat the enemies. I failed number of times after an exhausting battle, but took another approach next time and eventually I felt more satisfied. The deaths are sudden and once you catch your self in a crossfire or overpowered, it doesn't take very long for you to die. So even, if you defeated the main 'boss' in a fight, the battle might be far from over. Love the fact that there is a point health system and not some auto generating health. While enemies drop health points, you have to be strategic in the approach and the sense of urgency to flea, recover and come back, not just hide in a corner for the health to restore is what really spices up those battles. There is a checkpoint system, which saves your progress after you capture what is called 'Control Points' or just fast travel to them. I must say this game really hit my sweet spot and is really a brave approach in an astonishing series of games made by this studio. Bravo !… Expand
  78. grungebob
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    Show up late to the show, but this game is really good. Now I understand why people were giving it GOTY vibes for it. Some of the levels were above and beyond anything I had played before. Hopefully more the same comes from future development from Remedy.
  79. esquizoide
    Jan 23, 2021
    10
    This is the only game in par with STALKER in term of... well everything. The infrastructure is so beautiful,, the missions are thrilling,, the super powers give you the possibility of playing the game with almost complete flexibility and the story is engaging to the point that I read all the documents.
  80. Umberto
    Nov 9, 2021
    9
    Not for everyone.
    Control is a great game, very clever writing, compelling and fascinating story and good acting. It is full of ideas and Remedy basically created a whole mythology. I realize that not everyone will like how the story is told: the first 3/4 hours are a continuos "WTF is happening here" and to get an understanding of the Bureau and the plot it is necessary to read and    Not for everyone.
    Control is a great game, very clever writing, compelling and fascinating story and good acting. It is full of ideas and Remedy basically created a whole mythology. I realize that not everyone will like how the story is told: the first 3/4 hours are a continuos "WTF is happening here" and to get an understanding of the Bureau and the plot it is necessary to read and listen to every document in-game. This is not a linear plot like most adventure games (e.g. the Last of Us or the Tomb Raiders).
    If you are not worried by a complicated plot and like movies like Tenet, Memento, A scanner Darkly... this is the game for you-    … Expand
  81. adrenilinmatt
    Mar 6, 2021
    10
    Amazing narrative, amazing combat, amazing visuals, amazing voice acting, amazing adventure through a trippy mind boggling facility. Remedy consistently push the boat out for games to be something DIFFERENT. Something SPECIAL. Not just another shooter game with no story or interesting setting. This is what video games should be about. Trying something new. Give players something theyAmazing narrative, amazing combat, amazing visuals, amazing voice acting, amazing adventure through a trippy mind boggling facility. Remedy consistently push the boat out for games to be something DIFFERENT. Something SPECIAL. Not just another shooter game with no story or interesting setting. This is what video games should be about. Trying something new. Give players something they haven't experienced before. Yes, we have played third person shooters before, but not like this. This is special. Absolute GEM of a game. Ignore the review bombs from people crying about epic store or having computer potato so they can't run the game.

    Stunning with ray tracing, get a better computer and stop crying. Work, enjoy your hobby and allow others that worked for their hobby to be a better experience to enjoy what they earned.

    10 of 10 game.    … Expand
  82. sft
    Feb 14, 2022
    9
    8.75 • A truly imaginative and creative game spoiled only by some poor choices regarding combat.
  83. Latzara
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    One ifnthe few games that gripped me in the last few years with it's story and setting. Even though there is combat throughout the run the story is the focus. I found reading the documentation scattered about the world and watching the videos just pulled me in even more. That's not at all what happens with other games abd their in game lore for me but here it just fit and it fit well. TheOne ifnthe few games that gripped me in the last few years with it's story and setting. Even though there is combat throughout the run the story is the focus. I found reading the documentation scattered about the world and watching the videos just pulled me in even more. That's not at all what happens with other games abd their in game lore for me but here it just fit and it fit well. The openendedness of the story in which you have the feeling the answers you've found only scratch the surface of it's depths just made me hopeful for a sequel. If you like the setting of 80's sci-fi, or are a fan of sci-fi/horror movies of that era i bet you'll enjoy it greatly.… Expand
  84. HSuke
    Sep 18, 2020
    8
    Control is an FPS game with repetitive gameplay and a really bad upgrade system. The main thing going for the game is the story and the lore, which is somewhat interesting. Its world is like a very-neutered and mild version of the SCP Foundation (which is probably too shocking to be published as a AAA game). The artwork in the game is absolutely amazing, but it can't make up for theControl is an FPS game with repetitive gameplay and a really bad upgrade system. The main thing going for the game is the story and the lore, which is somewhat interesting. Its world is like a very-neutered and mild version of the SCP Foundation (which is probably too shocking to be published as a AAA game). The artwork in the game is absolutely amazing, but it can't make up for the repetitive gameplay. By mid-game, all you'll be doing is spamming launch over and over again to kill enemies. The 2 DLCs are more of the same.

    You're better off just reading the amazing horror/sci-fi stories on the SCP Foundation website.    … Expand
  85. Allyptic
    May 14, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches.… Expand
  86. tyr8338
    Feb 10, 2021
    9
    Good gameplay, descent graphics, terrible map and a somewhsat interesting but too convoluted story. Still a good shooter.
  87. jelikey
    Jul 3, 2021
    8
    Excellent game, good story although it is easy to get lost on the map and not achieve the objectives easily, after finishing the game I did not want to continue doing the secondary missions because I got bored
  88. Kristoff_PL
    Sep 12, 2021
    9
    Overall great underrated game !!!
    Alan Wake taken to next Atmospheric level !!!
    Good gun fights, powers and levitation!
    Great to play on keyboard + mouse
  89. AKoV22
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Крутой боевик с крутой графикой и безумным сюжетом от Remedy.
  90. Muyrka
    Apr 7, 2020
    8
    High quality adventure shooter with very unusual and gripping setting. Stories are fantastic, acting - superb.
    There are some glitches here and there, respawning enemies, way form respawn point to objective is a pain and the most annoying feature - inability to change difficulty settings. It would be 10/10 for me if not for hardcore fights.
    I was frustrated to a point of dropping the    High quality adventure shooter with very unusual and gripping setting. Stories are fantastic, acting - superb.
    There are some glitches here and there, respawning enemies, way form respawn point to objective is a pain and the most annoying feature - inability to change difficulty settings. It would be 10/10 for me if not for hardcore fights.
    I was frustrated to a point of dropping the game several times, because bosses are so very annoying.    … Expand
  91. CoreGamer1408
    Jul 13, 2021
    8
    Free drop from Epic games and oh boy the PC version is actually optimized and runs well unlike the PS4 version. The fun gameplay reminds me of PSI Mindgate Ops dialled up to the max. Story is a whole load of weird, but in a good Twilight Zone sort of way. Looking like 30 FPS on PC. The loading times suck on both PS4/PC. The combat is a lot of over the top spectacle effects. So it canFree drop from Epic games and oh boy the PC version is actually optimized and runs well unlike the PS4 version. The fun gameplay reminds me of PSI Mindgate Ops dialled up to the max. Story is a whole load of weird, but in a good Twilight Zone sort of way. Looking like 30 FPS on PC. The loading times suck on both PS4/PC. The combat is a lot of over the top spectacle effects. So it can become a visually messy on screen. So expect a few cheap deaths from time to time due to not being able to see at all. I really had a lot of fun with the PC version for sure with the game play and story in general.… Expand
  92. LinkXCX
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Красивейший визуальный стиль в связке с бодрым и экшоновым геймплеем. Сейчас уже никто так не делает.
  93. VG_Alex
    May 23, 2021
    8
    It's a combination of supernatural and sci-fi game. There are many puzzles throughout the game, which arouse my curiosity. However, if I really want to understand the story, I have to collect a large number of records things. The story is not easy to understand, and even a little confusing. The map design is complex and the goal is lack of guidance. The graphic performance of the game isIt's a combination of supernatural and sci-fi game. There are many puzzles throughout the game, which arouse my curiosity. However, if I really want to understand the story, I have to collect a large number of records things. The story is not easy to understand, and even a little confusing. The map design is complex and the goal is lack of guidance. The graphic performance of the game is very excellent. The Raytracing makes this game one of the nominees game of the year in 2019.

    Review of ‘Control’

    Graphic: 9.5

    Music: 7.5

    Narrative:8

    Gameplay: 8

    Score: 8    … Expand
  94. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    Oyun saf aksiyon olarak gayet güzel. Mekanlar biraz basıyor insanı bir de hikayesi çok karışık.
  95. ShaamaanPL
    Jul 15, 2020
    8
    While the game certainly has some issues and oddities, it's got some of the best RTX implementation on the market and a very peculiar atmosphere. I'd recommend playing for the atmosphere alone, which is sublime.
    That said, I didn't like the difficulty curve - basic grunts and mobs are very easy to take out, but named enemies can deal surprising amounts of damage very quickly if you're not    While the game certainly has some issues and oddities, it's got some of the best RTX implementation on the market and a very peculiar atmosphere. I'd recommend playing for the atmosphere alone, which is sublime.
    That said, I didn't like the difficulty curve - basic grunts and mobs are very easy to take out, but named enemies can deal surprising amounts of damage very quickly if you're not careful whilst having a huge health pool themselves. The game also lacks a New Game+ mode - it'd be great going back and revisit some of the missions without worry about getting your gear and upgrades again (and starting a new game == clearing out the save file). The final ending is also a wee bit lacking, with the last boss being somewhat uninteresting and not really giving too much closure (yes, I understand there are DLCs already made and planned and you can kee pon playing after the end but still).
    Still, it's hard to hate the game when so much care had been put into making the game world feel almost life-like in visual presentation. It... probably won't age well (photorealistic visuals tend to age poorly), but right now? On a 2070 Super with RTX and DLSS this thing rocks.    … Expand
  96. Welkinz
    Jun 1, 2021
    8
    I love the background, setting and art design of this game. It provided imersive experience
  97. Chain_Affinity
    Jun 12, 2020
    8
    I don't usually go for this type of game, but something about Control sparked my interest enough to give it a try. It looked unusual and unique, with an interesting premise. That's exactly what my experience ended up being, and it was enough to keep me engaged from start to finish. Not a perfect 10 in my book, but a solid 8, making it a good game.
  98. MosesJ
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Take it easy, bores. And be grateful. I cant imagine how decent games like this became target to blame for **** It seems like detailed manual (2h intro cuscene with qte or character creation and lore readings) were needed for some people to understand plot of "such complexity". If you are looking for mystical vibe, unusual setting and locations design in a video game (rare modern 3dTake it easy, bores. And be grateful. I cant imagine how decent games like this became target to blame for **** It seems like detailed manual (2h intro cuscene with qte or character creation and lore readings) were needed for some people to understand plot of "such complexity". If you are looking for mystical vibe, unusual setting and locations design in a video game (rare modern 3d metroidvania representative of action games) classically balanced in terms of time of gunfights/exploration/plot you definitly should check it out. It truly feels that genuine artisits directed creation of uniform visual style and music, and as usual for Remedy Same Lake and writers have created mysterious and graceful story. Wish lot more games had such identity like Remedy games do.… Expand
  99. svmaest
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    Only bad thing about this game I can say is its complicated story. You don't know what's happening, or what happened or what are you doing most of the time. Still its a choice that developers choose and this enigmatic nature of story nourishes the games mysterious atmosphere.
    Good shooting mechanics, cool abilities that your character have, almost perfect graphics, really atmospheric    Only bad thing about this game I can say is its complicated story. You don't know what's happening, or what happened or what are you doing most of the time. Still its a choice that developers choose and this enigmatic nature of story nourishes the games mysterious atmosphere.
    Good shooting mechanics, cool abilities that your character have, almost perfect graphics, really atmospheric sequences(like Oceanview Motel) and ASHTRAY MAZE. I'M SERIOUS YOU HAVE TO EXPERIENCE THE PERFECTION OF ASHTRAY MAZE'S PERFECTION BEFORE YOU DIE.    … Expand
  100. VigilanteOito
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    Joguei a versão q tava no gamepass pc e tava injogavel, dai fui jogar a versão gog e o jogo esta muito bem otimizado.
    A fisica do jogo é uma das melhores que já vi.
    História maluca, igual death strading ou quantum break. A levitação ou o voo é o melhor que já vi, perfeito. DLCs boas, umas delas é o cross over com o Alan Wake. A missão do labirinto é foda. Control é um dos melhores    Joguei a versão q tava no gamepass pc e tava injogavel, dai fui jogar a versão gog e o jogo esta muito bem otimizado.
    A fisica do jogo é uma das melhores que já vi.
    História maluca, igual death strading ou quantum break.
    A levitação ou o voo é o melhor que já vi, perfeito.
    DLCs boas, umas delas é o cross over com o Alan Wake.
    A missão do labirinto é foda.
    Control é um dos melhores games de ação que já joguei.
    Recomendo a versão gog. Versões epic e steam não testei.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#17 Best PC Game of 2019
14
#14 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
82
#82 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 28, 2020
    80
    An audio-visual action banquet that will entertain you with physics and flirting with the supernatural. The story could have been better, the enemy line-up can be quite monotonous towards the end, but the great atmosphere overcomes these shortcomings. And most importantly, the gameplay is great. [Issue#298]
  2. Giant Bomb
    Oct 22, 2019
    100
    Control feels like Remedy firing on all cylinders, resulting in a smart and sensational action-adventure.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 11, 2019
    83
    Control takes a while to get in gear, but overall it’s one of the most memorable experiences of the year. [Issue#240, p.36]
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