Control

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7.5

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  1. komplik
    Aug 28, 2019
    9
    It is really wierd place to explore, game have very specific feel and I like i a lot. It plays very well and lot of collectibles everywhere to learn about of location and story.
    Game looks really great, nice office building representation combined with abstract locations. I like all those paranormal abilities and game mechanics.
    Ray Tracing makes game absolutely different, full of    It is really wierd place to explore, game have very specific feel and I like i a lot. It plays very well and lot of collectibles everywhere to learn about of location and story.
    Game looks really great, nice office building representation combined with abstract locations. I like all those paranormal abilities and game mechanics.

    Ray Tracing makes game absolutely different, full of realistic details. Graphics with RT on is another level of player experience. It even perfroms very well with DLSS which do not make game too blurry. Only indirect diffuset lighting do some wierd artifacts especially on light colored surfaces.    … Expand
  2. villihabasau
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    This is the best game of 2019 for me so far. It is a great gift for all gamers who love "The X-Files", "SCP Foundation" and "Alan Wake". It really breaks my heart to see that this game get negative reviews from people who have don't understand the concept of this game. I'm sure, this game will become cult and "Hidden Gem" status in the future.
  3. Soxwin7
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    This game is simply amazing on a good pc setup. Just wow! This is game of the year material
    Right here. I’m the kind of person who gets bored with games easily and just moves on to trying the next new thing, but not with this one. This game grabs you and doesn’t let go. Not sure why some on here gave it anything below an 8. Maybe they are used to Fortnite?
  4. coldasStone
    Sep 12, 2019
    1
    so stupid Worldview and story.
    remedy did it dumbs again
    first, why this game Heroine So Ugly? she's face modeling likes a Long sausage
    and if you Like Darksouls maze map, just pass this game
    this game has Stupidly complicated map
    one good thing was nice shooting taste and bad things was Everything except that
  5. meadx
    Sep 25, 2019
    10
    Очень не плохо, поставил 10 так-как рейтинг занизили хейтеры.

    Игра получилась вполне хорошей и стоит прохождения ,но есть небольшие НО. Получилось немного затянуто, игра заметно становиться лучше после 60-70% прохождения сценария, прям улёт! Вопрос зачем нужно было так затягивать? А затянуто тут многое, крафт оружия и дорогая цена модов, мало материалов, да и преимущества модов    Очень не плохо, поставил 10 так-как рейтинг занизили хейтеры.

    Игра получилась вполне хорошей и стоит прохождения ,но есть небольшие НО.

    Получилось немного затянуто, игра заметно становиться лучше после 60-70% прохождения сценария, прям улёт! Вопрос зачем нужно было так затягивать? А затянуто тут многое, крафт оружия и дорогая цена модов, мало материалов, да и преимущества модов слабое, так и враги становятся сильнее т.е. получаться много бесполезного гринда. Я на середине игры чуть не забросил прохождение, но сделал супер вещь, хакнул материалов и получил то что и должен был по идеи в игре. Ушёл тупой гринд, подбор модов стал более интересным (но количество 3 секций для модов считаю малым, нужно было поднять до 5.). Всего-то надо было увеличит число падающих материалов для модов х5 х10 особенно с секреток! Дать возможность их крафтить в большем количестве, а не так что за пол часа игры можно 1 мод. Из 10 модов 1 - 2 которые подходят, зачатую даёт моды на экономию патронов, с чем в игре нет проблем вообще.

    В целом это всё наверное что напрягло и считаю эта тупняком разработчиков к которым остался вопрос "Зачем так тупо?".

    Разрушения от перестрелок 10 из 10, подача, сценарик, атмосфера, гэм дизайн 8 из 10. Рекомендую!    … Expand
  6. CoccoBill
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    Another excellent game by Remedy, the makers of Max Payne 1 & 2 and Alan Wake.

    + Gameplay is awesome. You're able to use powers that would make any Jedi impressed. And instead of a light sabre, you have a shape shifting gun that can do different things. The combat feels really really good and is super fun. + Story is all about weirdness, the good kind of weirdness, and mystery. It    Another excellent game by Remedy, the makers of Max Payne 1 & 2 and Alan Wake.

    + Gameplay is awesome. You're able to use powers that would make any Jedi impressed. And instead of a light sabre, you have a shape shifting gun that can do different things. The combat feels really really good and is super fun.

    + Story is all about weirdness, the good kind of weirdness, and mystery. It has this David Lynch movies kind of atmosphere. Excellently written and acted (the Ahti character was especially brilliant), Max Payne quality. It's by Sam Lake so no wonder. He's one of the best writers in business.

    + Graphics are gorgeous, by far the best use of RTX of any game that's come out.

    + Sound design rivals the great graphics.

    This game has earned a nomination in 7 categories of the upcoming 2019 Game Awards:

    + Game of the Year
    + Action / Adventure Game
    + Art Direction
    + Audio Design
    + Game Direction
    + Narrative
    + Performance - Courtney Hope and Matthew Porretta

    I think this game is one of those rare games, that you just must get. Just like Max Payne. I really hope they make Control 2.    … Expand
  7. kevin32
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    It's a my kind of game...
    I think not everybody likes this game but SOMEONE shall.
    hope 2 will come out.
  8. ScytheNoire
    Aug 30, 2019
    2
    If you want to know how bad of a year this has been for games, especially on PC, just consider that this is ranked as the #13 Best PC Game of 2019. Once again a game that spent more on advertising than it did on actually making a good game. It feels like a console game ported to the PC, and not a good port. I'm sure they'll push out another few sequels just to cash in on the marketingIf you want to know how bad of a year this has been for games, especially on PC, just consider that this is ranked as the #13 Best PC Game of 2019. Once again a game that spent more on advertising than it did on actually making a good game. It feels like a console game ported to the PC, and not a good port. I'm sure they'll push out another few sequels just to cash in on the marketing money they already spent. Don't believe the critics, they are paid shills for the publishers. Hopefully 2020 turns out a better year for gaming.… Expand
  9. bloodrizer
    Sep 21, 2019
    2
    This game is a beautiful, excellently optimized and masterfully crafted tech demo. It spend so much time in pre-production that Remedy actually forgot to include any gameplay. The gunfight is boring and undeveloped, the combat mechanic would need at least a year of polishing, the enemies are all the same and the boss fights were probably never even playtested.
    Control is basically a    This game is a beautiful, excellently optimized and masterfully crafted tech demo. It spend so much time in pre-production that Remedy actually forgot to include any gameplay. The gunfight is boring and undeveloped, the combat mechanic would need at least a year of polishing, the enemies are all the same and the boss fights were probably never even playtested.
    Control is basically a Quantum Break without the guns with all the issues cranked up to 11.

    (Everybody who played the game also know that bosses routinely one-shot you and there are no checkpoints so you have to grind your way through the game)

    I would probably forgive game having no gameplay, but the worst part is that Remedy took SCP universe and turned it to the most boring, most unimaginative and most generic concept that you could only imagine and this I cant tolerate at all.    … Expand
  10. CriticoDubioso
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Absolute gem, Remedy does it again! Couldn't stop playing, highly recommended!
  11. Chris-Ziemacki
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    I have finished playing the game and I must say it is a great game. One of the best single player games I have played for some time now.

    The combat system has a great flow. The way how characters powers and ammunition are restored, the way you pick up health makes the combat very fast paced. The graphics are astounding, especially with the RTX turned on. Physics great, the setting    I have finished playing the game and I must say it is a great game. One of the best single player games I have played for some time now.

    The combat system has a great flow. The way how characters powers and ammunition are restored, the way you pick up health makes the combat very fast paced.

    The graphics are astounding, especially with the RTX turned on. Physics great, the setting interesting. The game is technically polished. There was one crash for an over a dozen hours of playing. The frame rates are solid. I have played all the game with the fps overlay. On my i7 6700K, GF 2080 and 32GB of RAM on maxed settings 1080p and RTX turned on the frame rate oscillated in the 50-60 fps range. Rarely dropping below 50 fps. With RTX turned off 60+ fps of course. But the RTX is worth it. It looks amazing!

    The maps are interesting, complicated, well planned. It is enjoyable to traverse them, especially later on with levitation.

    The story could be told a little bit better. There were times where I felt confused. I liked the idea for the story but I think that story in Quantum Break and Alan Wake was told better.    … Expand
  12. DreamCore
    Sep 3, 2019
    8
    Pros:

    * Good performance. Really smooth without lag on max settings and full RTX and DLSS (2k) using a 2080 Ti. * Graphics are superb. * Gameplay feels really polished. * Very unique setting/story. Cons: * Enemy variaty is lacking and it does get repetitive eventually. * Weapon variaty is lacking and I felt little reason to use anything but the standard pistol. * Most story    Pros:

    * Good performance. Really smooth without lag on max settings and full RTX and DLSS (2k) using a 2080 Ti.
    * Graphics are superb.
    * Gameplay feels really polished.
    * Very unique setting/story.

    Cons:

    * Enemy variaty is lacking and it does get repetitive eventually.
    * Weapon variaty is lacking and I felt little reason to use anything but the standard pistol.
    * Most story is explained through collectables, meaning lots of reading if you want to understand the bigger picture. It's not for everyone.
    * Some of the side quests are really dull (although a few are really cool).    … Expand
  13. ciorga
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    Easily the best SP experience since the Witcher 3. Mindblowing, epic raytracing visuals showoff too. Wish games like these could last much longer.
  14. blackhawk606
    Aug 29, 2019
    9
    Love the setting. Smooth and fun gameplay too. Don't rush it, people, take your time.
  15. tuna_no_crusts
    Sep 5, 2019
    10
    Perfect 10! Control is easily the top game of 2019. Interested to see what DLC comes out in the future (they elude to it in the game).
  16. AllNewSuperfake
    Sep 16, 2019
    6
    They did a great job of telling an interesting, well paced story that still made me feel like I was in control. No aggressive cutscenes, no heaps of exposition, just letting me figure out stuff for myself.

    Then came the next 15 minutes of the game, and I found myself mostly in the role of the co-pilot. Still, things were interesting, and the destruction physics quite nice. Except that    They did a great job of telling an interesting, well paced story that still made me feel like I was in control. No aggressive cutscenes, no heaps of exposition, just letting me figure out stuff for myself.

    Then came the next 15 minutes of the game, and I found myself mostly in the role of the co-pilot. Still, things were interesting, and the destruction physics quite nice. Except that they only really worked in the tutorial when it came to crushing enemies who turned into bullet-spongy annoyances from the first encounter onwards.

    And yes, you could still destroy everything except for the stuff that you couldn't destroy, which is quite a lot and therefore makes it seem like a gimmick. It never was really used as a game mechanic, as a way to get from A to B without having to shoot the same set of increasingly hard to destroy mobs, or to uncover the unseen, or do anything else except for making your attacks way more impressive than they were, and of course that kind of destruction is great material for videos and trailers.

    It couldn't keep me from getting bored really fast. If this had been an animated movie, not longer than 150 minutes, where I could just sit back instead of going through waves of clones and bosses and having to pick up shinies along the way just to get on with the story, I would have enjoyed it a lot more. The feeling of disconnect with the character due to the direction and presentation was less dominant than in Quantum Break, but still left me wondering why these people make games instead of films.

    Really liked the tone and atmosphere and the general style though, and if you enjoy shooting and blasting your way through a decent movie while collecting stuff you will find a polished experience that gives you exactly that. Or watch someone else playing it, because - and that's my main grieve here - it doesn't really feel any different.    … Expand
  17. Armangamer12
    Sep 19, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game play
    Very good story
    Good boss fights
    Disgasting map Good art graphic
    Medum technichal graphic
  18. Oboy
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, one of the best in 2019. Story and atmosphere keep you interested through the game. So sad that people are rating this 0-2 even there is no big problems, kids just want to protest and downvote. Definitely worth to buy and let also others to know about this game!
  19. gisfaun
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    После мерзкого Квантума рад, что у Ремеди получилось сделать хорошую игру. К сожалению, нет сигнатурного замедления, ну да и ладно.
    Понравилась игра за геймплей, лор, да и сюжет неплох. Среди минусов: дисбаланс способностей (телекинез - самое сильное оружие в игре, тогда как щит из камней зачастую бесполезен и неудобен в использовании); 2 активных слота оружия - хотелось бы больше;    После мерзкого Квантума рад, что у Ремеди получилось сделать хорошую игру. К сожалению, нет сигнатурного замедления, ну да и ладно.
    Понравилась игра за геймплей, лор, да и сюжет неплох. Среди минусов: дисбаланс способностей (телекинез - самое сильное оружие в игре, тогда как щит из камней зачастую бесполезен и неудобен в использовании); 2 активных слота оружия - хотелось бы больше; система модов, как в какой-нибудь игре-сервисе/дрочильне, уродует годный и динамичный геймплей; слишком много записок. Лор основан на SCP, так что тут все в порядке (более менее). В плане сюжета - им не успеваешь насытиться и хочется еще.
    Крайне неприятно, что Control - игра, которая на голову выше прошлого творения Ремеди - имеет рейтинг сравнимый или даже ниже Quantum Break'а. Несправедливо. Исправляю.    … Expand
  20. mast3r1222
    Oct 20, 2019
    0
    Horrible combat and very hard enemies. Boring and strange story. Awful shooting and checkpoint system.
  21. w1993
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Game looks and feels awesome. Story is cool and quite weird but in a good way. Definitely best game for me of this years so far.
  22. Kookaburra26
    Aug 28, 2019
    4
    Control (tested on PC - EpicGame Store)
    I7 - 6700K - 32Gram - GTX1080 - SSD (1920x1080 -- 240fps full ultra / No RTX)
    First, i would like to clarifie that i'm not involved or interested in the launcher war Steam vs EG vs ... but, EpicGame has really a bad customer service. The realease date for many game are wrong (exemple : Control Release at 27 August, on the player library it says    Control (tested on PC - EpicGame Store)
    I7 - 6700K - 32Gram - GTX1080 - SSD (1920x1080 -- 240fps full ultra / No RTX)

    First, i would like to clarifie that i'm not involved or interested in the launcher war Steam vs EG vs ...
    but, EpicGame has really a bad customer service. The realease date for many game are wrong (exemple : Control Release at 27 August, on the player library it says available the 28 ...)
    Next, the game release at 12:00 CET, and at 16:00 CET ... the game is set to Unavailable on the library.

    The game itsefl is not a bad game, but, after enjoying playing the photorealistic and theater-narrativ like Quantumbreak ... This game look like so far away from the last RemedySoft.
    I think playing this one on PS4 or XBox would be a better experience, but the Pc Gameplay is just so bad ... character movement are just random, absolutelly not immersiv or realistic, gunfights for a TPS aren't smart at all, the IA are just overdate ... spawn just run to you firing around like zombiegunner.

    Ok i don't go really far in the game, so my opinion isn't really objectiv but ...
    FPS drop, floating movement, doors opening alone, no animation, lips sync absolutelly awfull !!!!! Guns aiming/fight not really smart, main character not so attractiv at all -> speaking about the narration or the narrativ reaction from Jess .... Maybe latter in the game many things would be better or the scenaristic sequence would explain why the character look like drugued when she speak about something ...
    But after 2Hours playing, i feel really frustrated. 60euros for this one is just abusiv.    … Expand
  23. Andron_Rul_13
    Sep 1, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. не знаю как остальным - а мне понравился только сюжет . Графика замыленная 10-летней давности (хотя компьютер у меня вроде не слабый - Интел 8 ядер , НВИДИА 8гб РАМ 32 ГБ)(может на DX11 норм?-я не знаю - не привык на минималках играть). Карта - по которой не понятно как добираться ( пример на карте комната а перед тобой стена и так далее ) Предметы которые не успевают прогрузиться .Геймплэй так себе скучный . Тем кто пишет про какую-то фантастическую графику хочется спросить : Ребята вам что заплатили ? I don’t know how the rest - but I liked only the plot. The graphics are blurred 10 years ago (although my computer seems to be not weak - Intel 8 cores, NVIDIA 8GB RAM 32GB) (maybe the DX11 is normal? - I don’t know - I'm not used to playing on minimums). Map - on which it is not clear how to get there (an example on the map is a room and there is a wall in front of you and so on) Items that do not have time to load. The gameplay is so boring. Those who write about some fantastic graphics would like to ask: Did you guys get paid?… Expand
  24. xekcedom
    Aug 27, 2019
    0
    Aburrido y repetitivo hasta la saciedad, con mecanicas de juego del siglo pasado.

    Con lo bien que lo hicieron en max payne, no entiendo esta chapuza.
  25. KorvaRousku
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Awesome game by Remedy. They make interesting and fun games. Maybe the best game of the 2019.
  26. hiddensynapse
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Okay, this game is incredible. First, let me say that this game runs beautifully on my RTX 2060 SUPER completely maxed out at 1080p. The ray tracing is gorgeous - easily the best use of the feature I’ve ever seen. The difference is night and day. Haven’t tested 4K yet, and FRAPS doesn’t work for some reason, but it seems to hold a steady 60 FPS with occasional and very minor frame dropsOkay, this game is incredible. First, let me say that this game runs beautifully on my RTX 2060 SUPER completely maxed out at 1080p. The ray tracing is gorgeous - easily the best use of the feature I’ve ever seen. The difference is night and day. Haven’t tested 4K yet, and FRAPS doesn’t work for some reason, but it seems to hold a steady 60 FPS with occasional and very minor frame drops (barely noticeable). I’ve been waiting for a game like this since “Psi Ops” - so it’s been a loooong wait. “Control” may be the best game of the year so far, better even than “Sekiro” (and I’m obsessed with From Software games). The user and critics scores are not reflective of the game’s true quality - the reviews up on YouTube are far more accurate. Definitely a 9.5/10 (deserves to be at least an 88 on Metacritic), and possibly better than Remedy’s claim to fame, Max Payne. I’m an actual parapsychologist, and the developers have clearly done their research on the subject. Be it Jungian psychology, astral projection, or real-life experiments on telepathy and psychokinesis, this game has it all. If you’re a fan of the paranormal or even just the X-Files, this is a MUST BUY! Thank you Remedy.… Expand
  27. MCDyatel
    Aug 28, 2019
    8
    I liked the game, in general it’s hard for me to please, as I have been playing games for several years, but this game was able to impress me. Good graphics, good shooting and combat. Great sound and visual effects. At the moment, there are a sufficient number of bugs, but in the near future they are likely to be removed.
  28. AkeeMTC
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    Finished it in one go. Lovely graphics and atmosphere even without RTX on PC. The destructible environments are the best I've seen in a game so far. There's also that special feeling that lights up inside of you after demolishing your enemies by throwing a forklift at them.

    Some extra performance polishing, few hours more of content and a more easy-to-follow/explained narrative at times    Finished it in one go. Lovely graphics and atmosphere even without RTX on PC. The destructible environments are the best I've seen in a game so far. There's also that special feeling that lights up inside of you after demolishing your enemies by throwing a forklift at them.

    Some extra performance polishing, few hours more of content and a more easy-to-follow/explained narrative at times and It'd be a 10/10 from me.    … Expand
  29. bmn_
    Dec 14, 2019
    0
    I loved Quantum Break for its story, so I thought I should try Control - big mistake. After 147 minutes I arrived at the first boss fight which not just isn't fun, it is an awful experience. The boss does massive damage and needs 3 hits to kill you. Try to kill soldiers to get health? Get at least one hit. Run around and get stuck on some object laying around, get hit twice. Run to cover,I loved Quantum Break for its story, so I thought I should try Control - big mistake. After 147 minutes I arrived at the first boss fight which not just isn't fun, it is an awful experience. The boss does massive damage and needs 3 hits to kill you. Try to kill soldiers to get health? Get at least one hit. Run around and get stuck on some object laying around, get hit twice. Run to cover, discover there's a soldier in the way, get hit again. There is no way to change the difficulty, fps drops make aiming a difficult and the sluggish movement of the player character makes it easy to get stuck at corners of objects. The story starts off intriguing, but the frustrating gameplay ruins it. Would refund it if I could.… Expand
  30. Z_R_K
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    Очередное неоднозначное произведение непонятное массам, но глубокое в своем повествовании. При том игра попыталась угодить и простым игрокам, предоставляя разрушаемость, красивые отражения и т.д. Но, к сожалению, большинство не поняло эстетику брутализма и однообразные офисные интерьеры, суть которых завязана на повествовании и сюжете. Наоборот, нужно восхищаться как студии с бюджетом в 4Очередное неоднозначное произведение непонятное массам, но глубокое в своем повествовании. При том игра попыталась угодить и простым игрокам, предоставляя разрушаемость, красивые отражения и т.д. Но, к сожалению, большинство не поняло эстетику брутализма и однообразные офисные интерьеры, суть которых завязана на повествовании и сюжете. Наоборот, нужно восхищаться как студии с бюджетом в 4 млн. удалось сделать такую интересную, сложную и глубокую игру. Remedy лишний раз доказали что они все еще на коне. Хейтеров мне сложно понять. Игра по запутанности повествования ни в чем не уступает культовой Alan Wake. Возможно, дело в том что выросло новое поверхностное поколение Fortnite, для которых игры - это всего лишь развлечение. Надеюсь лишь на то, что игра окупится и поможет творцам из Remedy и дальше творить шедевры.
    В иделе - нужно чтобы их купила Sony, дала кучу денег и полную свободу творчества. Тогда может выйти отличная игра. Тот же Quantum Break мне очень понравился, несмотря на технические проблемы на релизе.
    P.S. Проходил игру на следующей системе: Ryzen 2200g, 8 GB RAM, RX 570 Nitro+ 8 GB на ультрах в FullHD. Комфортные консольные 30 FPS получил и очень доволен. При том после прохождения игры мне захотелось исслеодовать её дальше, завершить все побочные квесты. Уж слишком интересен и загадочен мир Control. Крайне советую игру к приобретению тем, кто любит произведения Дэвида Линча и восторгается логикой сна.    … Expand
  31. liquidchild101
    Sep 3, 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 ups. definitely a game ill play again the future.
  32. Nexeland
    Sep 1, 2019
    8
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    физика
    стрельба
    способности
    сетинг
    графика (хоть и относительно)
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    сюжет
    небольшая скука
    карта
  33. Riva
    Nov 8, 2019
    4
    This game has absolutely FRUSTRATING difficulty !
    Yes, it does have a great story that only Remedy can knit.
    But you will keep dying to hordes of enemies and bosses that just one-shot you until you quite likely just give up. A lot of boss fights you will just have to repeat 40 times, waiting for one iteration where you finaly survive out of pure luck. On top of that whole RPG system    This game has absolutely FRUSTRATING difficulty !
    Yes, it does have a great story that only Remedy can knit.
    But you will keep dying to hordes of enemies and bosses that just one-shot you until you quite likely just give up.
    A lot of boss fights you will just have to repeat 40 times, waiting for one iteration where you finaly survive out of pure luck.

    On top of that whole RPG system is pure RNG.
    Upgrades drops - pure RNG.
    Upgrades crafting - pure RNG, aka huge waste of resources and time.

    Oh, and each time you die 25% of your hard earned resources vanish. And you will be dying a lot. Just great.    … Expand
  34. Juniorsp
    Nov 4, 2020
    9
    Excelente história, principalmente para qu m gosta de ficção científica no estilo Arquivo X. Jogando com Ray Tracing ativado a sensação é que está se jogando um game de nova geração, gráficos sensacionais acompanhando de trilha sonora bem trabalhada.
  35. maxmoefoe
    Dec 20, 2019
    2
    Mechanics are good but the game itself is horribly done. They tried to copy from other games and totally failed to do anything good with the things they stole. The story is horrendous and doesnt make any sense. Every character you speak to is a woman and the couple male characters are shown as stupid, childish, annoying etc. Looks like the game was written by a bunch of man haters. NoMechanics are good but the game itself is horribly done. They tried to copy from other games and totally failed to do anything good with the things they stole. The story is horrendous and doesnt make any sense. Every character you speak to is a woman and the couple male characters are shown as stupid, childish, annoying etc. Looks like the game was written by a bunch of man haters. No wonder the story is scatterbrained and senseless. Avoid this game.… Expand
  36. mr-NachoMen
    Sep 19, 2019
    8
    Control from Remedy entertainment is a visually stunning technological achievement in graphics that even without ray tracing looks amazing, well optimized that run like a charm in a GTX 1080 ti with max settings. The gameplay and controls are nothing new but once you play it... it fell like if those mechanics were just new. The game has a bizarre and entertaining story and kind off makesControl from Remedy entertainment is a visually stunning technological achievement in graphics that even without ray tracing looks amazing, well optimized that run like a charm in a GTX 1080 ti with max settings. The gameplay and controls are nothing new but once you play it... it fell like if those mechanics were just new. The game has a bizarre and entertaining story and kind off makes you think you are watching a high budget Hollywood movie.
    The game is essentially an open world game that take place in one setting, there are main missions and side missions. Enemies have a level system like every open world that gets release today, you can craft new abilities and upgrades for your weapon to deal better with enemies.
    The art style is amazing, crafted with geometry and lighting, for some it will look simple for it's minimalist level design, but the shadows and lighting creates an artistic level of immersion.
    Unfortunately... Control suffers off a terrible navigation system, yes... the game has a map to guide you, but overall is hard to know in which floor you are and how to get to your objective, this cause me to miss lots of secondary missions, because i never knew which direction or which door was open to get there.
    Still... Control is an enjoyable game, that plays smoothly and looks amazing.    … Expand
  37. andrecrivellari
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    Great history, great visuals, good physics and fluid gameplay. But the performance could be better.
  38. MppS
    Oct 1, 2019
    5
    An empty, boring and lazy game made with the sole purpose of promoting RTX and with some feminism bulls**t references just so this wouldn't be a complete financial failure
  39. Xelcar
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Masterclass is story telling and combat. There were moments that felt like I was directing a super hero movie. My 2019 GOTY as of writing this.
  40. Black7
    Apr 13, 2020
    6
    Очень средненькая игрушка.
    Хотели сделать крутой сюжет, но перемудрили и в итоге получилось это.
    На последней миссии чуть не дропнул, затянуто и неинтересно.
  41. MrSchipunov
    Jul 31, 2020
    9
    Control is a technical achievement as well as being a love letter to the oldschool games that don't hold your hand. The setting and gameplay mix perfectly to create an experience you will not forget.
  42. zbysiek123456
    Sep 22, 2019
    6
    Pretty good game, very good face animation with nice story. Shooting was little disapointing. There is nothing bad to say about this game and also nothing revolutionary in this title. Just average. Main story took me 9h, average on HLTB is 10, I expected more for this price. Wait for sale and you can enjoy this game.
  43. Sunkenlog
    Sep 1, 2019
    3
    Boring and self repeating game. Also very short game vs. Big price. Remedy is making same kind of games year after year, nothing new.
  44. Sjalka
    Aug 28, 2019
    9
    In my opinion, this is a very good story .. i mean game. I love the style, the sound design, the amazing use of colour, lights and shadows. And for that .. this is an amazing game indeed.

    What i do not like so much is - at least on my end - very slow loading textures sometimes, resulting in extremely blurry graphics at times .. which makes the game look genuinely 2004. the VERY    In my opinion, this is a very good story .. i mean game. I love the style, the sound design, the amazing use of colour, lights and shadows. And for that .. this is an amazing game indeed.

    What i do not like so much is - at least on my end - very slow loading textures sometimes, resulting in extremely blurry graphics at times .. which makes the game look genuinely 2004.

    the VERY inconsistent character design .. wish some characters being amazing in both modelling, mimics and behaviour/animation .. others looking like they belong to another game, a much older one. Sadly, the protagonist herself is one of the models that (in my opinion) is rather one of the bad models (face design - she just looks very non emotional, static and lifeless) ... all the while Emily looks amazing with MUCH better facial structure and expression.

    Run/Jump courses ... this seriously breaks immersion with me. While i like the shiny marble surfaces and abstract design - it just takes me straight out of the creepy

    Some game mechanics are not well enough documented, especially the crafting part (if you can call it that) - in fact .. the crafting part feels very much like it was an afterthought.

    The AI - not very good. quality over quantity would be preferred, also better balancing. I would have MUCH preferred not to have enemies literally spawn on top of me sometimes .. and also .. some "bosses" seem to play dirty with spawning basic mobs all over the place.

    But since i value atmosphere and storytelling over almost anything in a game .. it still is a 9/10 for me .. for someone that looks more at the gameplay side and not the story ... well, it might just be average    … Expand
  45. verydima
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Good game. Interesting story. Works fine at 6700k + 1080ti + 4k(2k render). Gameplay fresh and I like it. I want to buy it in steam :)
  46. KaaloFin
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Control is a beautiful game in terms of art direction and graphics. It is supernatural, but feels real. Grounded in to reality by the brutalistic architecture and other mundane aspects of the world. The story is wonderfully weird and there are some really fun characters (like Ahti) that make me smile. Loved exploring and finding weird stuff hidden from the beaten path. Can't control myControl is a beautiful game in terms of art direction and graphics. It is supernatural, but feels real. Grounded in to reality by the brutalistic architecture and other mundane aspects of the world. The story is wonderfully weird and there are some really fun characters (like Ahti) that make me smile. Loved exploring and finding weird stuff hidden from the beaten path. Can't control my excitement for more content (through DLC's).

    Played with 2070 Super - card, on an SSD and faced no serious frame rate dips or other visual glitches. RTX On.    … Expand
  47. 21gShop
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Best game of all time!
    Yes, the most enjoyment will come only if you are thorough, but that's what I enjoy in Remedy games - the breath of the world that they develop as a context to the main story.
    There are multiple explanations for every object and for the Bureau as a whole! The graphics and game play are just amazing and the feeling of the unknown that they achieve is something on    Best game of all time!
    Yes, the most enjoyment will come only if you are thorough, but that's what I enjoy in Remedy games - the breath of the world that they develop as a context to the main story.
    There are multiple explanations for every object and for the Bureau as a whole!
    The graphics and game play are just amazing and the feeling of the unknown that they achieve is something on another level completely!
    My advice - take you time in the world , don't rush it and let all of this environmental detail and story sink in.
    I applaud Remedy for this beautifly crafted masterpiece!    … Expand
  48. FuppoHeadhunter
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Brilliant on a high spec machine... time to start upgrading your potato computers.
  49. Destinylver
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    I'm giving it a 10 because it's an important game at a time when games suck. In reality it's an 8 or 9. But still high scored so go buy it on what ever system. Pc is the best but forget running ray tracing as you'll need a beast. I had solid performance at all times with 1080p high settings and vsync off. Best vsync fame I've played. Never screen tears which is amazing.

    So graphics    I'm giving it a 10 because it's an important game at a time when games suck. In reality it's an 8 or 9. But still high scored so go buy it on what ever system. Pc is the best but forget running ray tracing as you'll need a beast. I had solid performance at all times with 1080p high settings and vsync off. Best vsync fame I've played. Never screen tears which is amazing.

    So graphics are stellar and music and sound as well as voice acting great. Brilliant gun sounds.

    The gameplay is solid. Really fun and creative. So much fun.

    The game lasts about 12 - 20 hrs depending on your play style. Proper single player campaign in 2019.

    Remedy has done it again. Max Payne, Alan wake and more and now Control.

    Can't stress how good this game is but....the beginning is slow and confusing. So give it a chance. By the end you're literally the most badass super hero fighting the xfiles! The ps4 digital dlc is ok. But should be free to all. Support great games.    … Expand
  50. Gamerjohn
    Feb 21, 2020
    0
    Doesn't launch all the time, and its slow even on my 2080. Developer slow to patch bugs.
  51. Holysource
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    At first glance - a dark horse, but give her a chance. Excellent direction, style, gameplay.
  52. BitKit
    Aug 29, 2019
    2
    When I saw main character for the first time: "what the f***n trap on the screen?" - was my impression.
    The whole game is boring and not interesting.
  53. strangermoon
    Sep 27, 2019
    9
    not the max Payne 1 level but closest one as intend to be. x files payne and story telling again shows with new techncs and most destructable crazy physcs on any game. it felt like akira movie style to when you get crazy ablties but still remains guns to 1st piorty have guns like dead space even. some times fees too lineer some time feels as portal level. enemies here msotly genericnot the max Payne 1 level but closest one as intend to be. x files payne and story telling again shows with new techncs and most destructable crazy physcs on any game. it felt like akira movie style to when you get crazy ablties but still remains guns to 1st piorty have guns like dead space even. some times fees too lineer some time feels as portal level. enemies here msotly generic solders with not best ai but have still enough to fun. story of course xfiles lost kinda even have tapes like lost but dialog not the best here.… Expand
  54. FrankOz
    Sep 22, 2019
    9
    Great satisfying sand box combat system. Beautiful graphics, character design and environments waiting to be explored. Intriguing world, story and lore.

    Not so great protagonist next to some really good voice actors. Frustrating placement of respawn locations.

    All in all really well polished experience with great combat and gorgeous setting.
  55. Hydrargyrum
    Sep 23, 2019
    9
    Really great game. Engaging and interesting story, with a whole lot of mystery and a touch of X-Files. Fun and fluid combat, made different by your powers, although it can get a tiny bit repetitive. Visually this game is just insane and the herald of a new era. This game on Ultra + full RT and 1440p is just something else.
  56. SovietMarshall
    Oct 30, 2019
    10
    Смесь сайлентхилл 3, томбрайдер и Макса Пейна)
  57. Kirillkana
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    i think this amazing EXPERIENCE, effects and action - AMAZING
    Level destruction - AMAZING, Graphics - AMIZING.
    Plot - Not bad, but Anyway 10/10 !!!
  58. GrumpyMonkey
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Compelling story, with many hidden details and great humor.
    Combat is fun and it gest more and more entertaining as you unlock new powers.
    Jesse is a very relatable character.
  59. GustaCNXFL
    Dec 26, 2020
    0
    muito ruim o gráfico foi feito de maneira preguiçosa e precisou do Ray tracing pra ficar bonito ate jogos da geração passada tinham uma iluminação melhor do que a do control sem RTX Historia chata e protagonista desinteressante só piora tudo não vale o preço de 100 reai
  60. ByBus
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Классный экшн. Красивая графика. Сюжет запутанный, но в целом понятный.
  61. trevl312
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Игра понравилась! Атмосфера сыграла большую роль. Сюжет слабоват, но атмосфера, и геймплей игры ее разбавили, и получилась поистине интересная игра. Отдельный + за миссию с лабиринтом. Я давно не чувствовал ничего подобного. Те чувства что я получил проходя эту миссию, даже не описать!Игра понравилась! Атмосфера сыграла большую роль. Сюжет слабоват, но атмосфера, и геймплей игры ее разбавили, и получилась поистине интересная игра. Отдельный + за миссию с лабиринтом. Я давно не чувствовал ничего подобного. Те чувства что я получил проходя эту миссию, даже не описать!
  62. AxaliaN
    Sep 24, 2019
    9
    I really enjoyed this game, The atmosphere is spot-on, creepy, yet not really horror. Kind of like the X-Files, in a sense. I really hope we get to see more of this world.
  63. Vinte
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    Неплохой сюжет. Но физический движок изумителен.
  64. Deadpul
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    I am yet to finish the game, but so far I have been enjoying it a lot and I can say it is exactly what I expected it to be.

    It is one of the most innovative games to be released this year in my opinion. I don't understand all the average or negative opinions, considering all the titles that got released so far, but anyway. It's got a lot of action, explorations, diversity, some    I am yet to finish the game, but so far I have been enjoying it a lot and I can say it is exactly what I expected it to be.

    It is one of the most innovative games to be released this year in my opinion. I don't understand all the average or negative opinions, considering all the titles that got released so far, but anyway.

    It's got a lot of action, explorations, diversity, some decent RPG elements. A lot of freedom which, if not available in the beginning of the game, is given to you at some point. The story is interesting and confusing. It is one of the prettiest games to be made and not only that, it contains complex scenes and surroundings that well present the spirit of the game. It is dark and almost scary, but up to a comfortable point. Which is the case with most of Remedy`s games.

    I think the game easily deserves at least a 8 out of 10. It may have issues when it comes to story, gameplay, its technical side etc, but it surely is unique enough to ignore its negatives.    … Expand
  65. mahina
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    its is very good game. i like RT and DLSS effects.i really wish for more games like this
  66. SecludedGodMind
    Dec 4, 2019
    10
    Runs smoother on PC than on PS4 which is a plus. If youre looking to get immersed in a weird and thought provoking narrative with fantastic visuals, this is the game for you.
  67. esfumato
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Bad performance unless you turn to mid graphics.
    Great Gameplay, Great Level Design, Great characters, One of the best action games of 2019.
  68. Anastasyah
    Oct 5, 2019
    7
    Great game, but not a masterpiece at all. Remedy you can do better. It was a pleasure to play really, very nice control and all these things. BUT... The plot is not exciting, too «grey», too cliche...
  69. Unforgiven99
    Nov 3, 2019
    9
    Sometimes missions take too long .
    but other than than this is a really worthy game . very well done by Remedy
  70. BulgarianCritic
    Dec 29, 2019
    7
    I have very mixed feelings about this game.Half of them are positive and the other is negative.Firstly i will start off by saying that this game is 80% inspired from the scp foundation.The altered items(Scp's) the bureau (SCP foundation) and everything else.That for me is a positive since i loved the SCP foundation before they ruined it.Now that doesn't mean that the game doesn't haveI have very mixed feelings about this game.Half of them are positive and the other is negative.Firstly i will start off by saying that this game is 80% inspired from the scp foundation.The altered items(Scp's) the bureau (SCP foundation) and everything else.That for me is a positive since i loved the SCP foundation before they ruined it.Now that doesn't mean that the game doesn't have its own story.It does and i did like some parts of it but most of the story was pretty standard and 60% boring.It had some good and interesting parts but they were too few and far apart.The characters were alright the VA of the main heroine was in my opinion really bad and i didn't felt any hint of emotion when she spoke.Darling on the other hand was **** amazing.I loved every scene when he showed up even made me wonder if this guy was a professional actor or something since he was really good at acting and every time i watched him he seemed super entertained in what he was doing.God Bless that man.The other characters are your standard sub-human trash with no unique perks or personality .Gameplay wise 60% of it i loved.The mechanics and power-ups you get are pretty good (except the levitation part which was really badly programmed).The enemies were pretty standard with barely anything unique in them.I loved reading the summaries of the altered objects(SCPs) but that's because i love stuff like that.The ending was ok nothing special really it looked more like it was made to sell the game's future DLC which i will not be buying.Music was good especially when the soundtrack started playing in the trippy Ashtray Maze.Man i loved that part it was soooo goood with all the moving rooms and doors and awesome music loved every bit of that part.Overall it's an alright game and if you are an SCP fan this is probably the closest you will get to an SCP game so you better check it out.-1 because they decided to be greedy and go Epic store Exclusive.Byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee… Expand
  71. DerpyGamer2033
    Oct 28, 2019
    9
    This game is not a revolution in the genre, but definitely deserves attention. I do not understand why such a good third-person shooter many bypassed.

    The game has nice graphics, unusual visual style of the interior. And most importantly-a good gameplay shootouts with cool manipulation of the space around the player.
    The game has only one drawback -a short storyline.
  72. objetivo
    Nov 8, 2019
    8
    waooo me encanto este juego, jugabilidad casi perfecta pero una lastima que la historia sea tan complicada, que el mapa sea tan difícil de entender pero por todo lo demás es muy buen juego.
  73. watchm824
    Dec 6, 2019
    8
    Good game. Unusual and memorable atmosphere. Nice graphics. There were no technical problems during the game.
  74. Filthyfrank69
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    It's just awesome, everything from graphics to gameplay is good, i loved the story too, would recommend everybody to play control
  75. hoanns
    Jun 5, 2020
    3
    Confused and bored me. Throwing ominous stuff in my face isn't entertaining.
  76. Vozmak
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Brain crushing game. Remedy the Best. Storytelling, visual, everything on a high level.
  77. bartreligion
    Sep 19, 2019
    10
    Great game, don't pay attention to negative reviews, Steam fanboys are review bombing this game because they're angry it's on Epic. Easily GOTY contender
  78. 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.
  79. Ashenkhar
    Dec 26, 2019
    0
    Well... It's pretty, but that's about it. It is also boring. So, I'll model this review after the game itself.

    Would be great on a Steam sale for about $9.99, but $60 USD for this? Uhhh no.

    Epic only does nothing to make this game better.
  80. Scuka
    Aug 29, 2019
    0
    Скучная, помойка, играть возможно - максимум 20 минут, потом игра просто надоедает.
  81. kamik
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing game, with its fantastic protagonist, deep story and great gameplay. I'm totally amazed.
  82. 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.
  83. 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
  84. 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.
  85. 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.
  86. TheFrog
    Nov 15, 2019
    7
    I'm a long time fan of Remedy, and loved Max Payne 2 and Alan Wake + American Nightmare. Not so much for the gameplay, as for the incredible atmosphere, the indirect storytelling, in which music played no small part, the little details. I was a bit disappointed by Quantum Break, it's as if the big production money took away from Remedy's vision.
    Now we have Control, and in my opinion it's    I'm a long time fan of Remedy, and loved Max Payne 2 and Alan Wake + American Nightmare. Not so much for the gameplay, as for the incredible atmosphere, the indirect storytelling, in which music played no small part, the little details. I was a bit disappointed by Quantum Break, it's as if the big production money took away from Remedy's vision.
    Now we have Control, and in my opinion it's their best work in terms of gameplay by far, mixing weapons and PSI powers with quick movement. The story setup is great and perfectly coherent, as long as you accept the supernatural leitmotiv.
    The story that unfolds is unfortunately not quite as good as Alan Wake's, it's much more linear. Jesse Faden enters a mysterious building looking for someone, along the way grabs the sword in the stone (not literally but almost) and becomes Queen of England, or at least Director of the super secret FBC. From here, she'll have to solve an ongoing crisis, gradually gaining new powers, new weapon forms and access to more and more areas, but while the shifting reality of the building remains mesmerizing, the story itself does not provide too many surprises.
    There's a lot of material in the form of notes, correspondence and audio recordings, allowing the player to delve deeper into Control's world. After a while, though, it all started to become boring. I loved audio recordings in the old System Shock 2 because they told the tale of dozens of NPC who died on the starship it was based in. People who got swept away before the player appeared, good or bad, fighting or cowering in fear, they made the story come alive. In Control, after 100 notes about this or that mystical artefact, with dozens of words redacted to make it clear that the FBC takes secrecy seriously... ok, ok, I get it, but 10 would have been enough, how about providing something more varied?
    As I said, gunplay is lots of fun, but the powerup system leaves a lot to be desired. You have a very limited number of slots to customize your character and her weapons, so that I felt very constrained in my choices. Extra health + extra health regeneration are almost a must. That leaves you with ONE free slot and a lot of powerups that provide minimal effect. This is an area that would deserve a rework, in my opinion. On the other hand, I really can't see what people find wrong in the in-game map, I never had any problems, it's not like there are 20 levels on top of one another.
    Some bosses are downright infuriating, I can't imagine what it would be like to fight them using a controller. One forces the player to fight in a small room where the boss can mix explosive fungus, seeking spores and super strong direct hit combos, another one has you fight on a rather small square suspended in space, with the floor that gets eaten away by every enemy attack, so that you can aim at the enemy and fall through to your death, or look at the floor and not shoot.
    Finally, it's very sad for me to see Remedy go Sarkeesian. Tough female protagonist, check. Male NPCs = mostly jerks, check. Tough, competent, reliable female NPCs, check. It's not as black and white as in so many other games, but still you have a tough as nails ex CIA agent and a competent scientist facing a jerk custodian for a warehouse of altered items, a jerk head of Communications who disregards safety procedures to his own detriment and a suppposedly reliable chief of security who cannot even protect himself.

    TL;DR

    Good:
    - Gunplay with PSI is fun
    - GREAT supernatural environment
    - Very good music by Poets Of The Fall (love the maze sequence)
    - Very good graphics

    Bad:
    - Infuriating boss fights
    - Limited freedom in configuring your abilities
    - Monotonous collectible story material
    - Grrrl power, luckily not to an extreme extent    … Expand
  87. Geradoti4
    Sep 30, 2019
    8
    В этой игре прекрасна физика и разрушаемость объектов, а сюжет не очень.
  88. 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.
  89. 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
  90. 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
  91. 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.
  92. 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
  93. 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
  94. 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.
  95. 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
  96. 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
  97. 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
  98. 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.
  99. Viiltaja
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Best looking game and action is really tense. Story was intresting. 2019 game for me.
  100. 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
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#17 Best PC Game of 2019
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#14 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#82 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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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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