Control

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7.4

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  1. JAX85
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    A Great game with a fascinating and mysterious story-line that with awesome game play and shooting system is one of the best games of 2019.
    Story = 10
    Graphic = 8.5
    Game play = 9
    Sound = 9
  2. KorvaRousku
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Awesom new Remedy game. They know how to make strange and interesting games.
  3. A-F1sh
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    A superb game with amazing graphics, athmosphere, physics, playabilty and action entertainment. The story is very good and interesting. Remedy from Finland knows what it's doing!
  4. alsione
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Very intresting and beautiful game. Remedy good job! Игра мне крайне понравилась. Антураж великолепен. Сюжет очень интересный. Ну и боевка огонь) Надеюсь у Ремеди все будет хорошо)
  5. cephas
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Remedy has made an awesome job with this one. It really shows that the shackles of the big publisher are off. Kudos!
  6. Timppa87
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Very high quality action game. Unique story and excellent game mechanics. Beautiful graphics!
  7. Joonajasse
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This game is the best, story, graphics and all are so cool and well made! good job remedy
  8. Destion
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This game is simply incredible. Don't expect a generic shooter, Control is so much more. It's a fresh approach to modern gaming and I definitely recommend this to anyone, who wants something special.
  9. Zeak
    Dec 8, 2019
    8
    Control is one of those rare gems you stumble upon when they go on discount. It happened to me with the latest Prey and now with Remedy's new title and I really glad I did give it a go. While not perfect it's a breath of fresh air in a world of persistently samey IPs and yearly releases. I really loved the somewhat weird and mysterious story, the absolutely stunning art direction, the runControl is one of those rare gems you stumble upon when they go on discount. It happened to me with the latest Prey and now with Remedy's new title and I really glad I did give it a go. While not perfect it's a breath of fresh air in a world of persistently samey IPs and yearly releases. I really loved the somewhat weird and mysterious story, the absolutely stunning art direction, the run and gun mechanics that they managed to nail almost to perfection, the astonishing sound design and that Remedy vibe. What I absolutely did not enjoy was this artificial and forced difficulty. I'm talking checkpoints mostly.. i get that it's a nod to Souls-like games, but not everyone (far from that) likes or enjoys those games. I certainly don't. More than that, I don't have time to play the same challenge a hundred times, I only have a few hours after works to enjoy anything and I speak for all of us thirty-somethings out there. It makes me very angry at myself and the game to the extent that I'm about to drop it..which is unfortunate because there's a lot to love. I appreciate them making the main storyline fairly normal in difficulty, amount of backtracking and...dying. But the side missions/challenges are something. I still have three unfinished one just because even after giving them 20-30 tries I can't do it. It breaks my heart. All it takes is adding a difficulty level options. Call it "for **** or whatever, I don't care, it will make the experience so much better for many of us non-hardcore players. I will forgive the budget-level of cutscenes, oftentimes terrible framerates (I understand base PS4 is at the end of its life) and claustrophobic environments that can get boring soon. Really hoping something like that will get introduced in the upcoming dlcs. Thanks Remedy for doing games your way.… Expand
  10. MakZz_48
    Aug 24, 2021
    8
    Классный сеттинг и в целом концепция Старейшего дома, сделано всё очень стильно, в том числе подача сюжета и всего происходящего.
  11. Gamer1465
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    This game might of been one of the most surprising games of 2019!

    I wasn't a big fan of Remedy's Quantum break but loved the combat. Well this game for the most part improves on the problems I had with Quantum break and has a pretty satisfying ending which I can't wait to see with what they do with the DLC season coming up. The strongest part of this game is three things the combat,    This game might of been one of the most surprising games of 2019!

    I wasn't a big fan of Remedy's Quantum break but loved the combat. Well this game for the most part improves on the problems I had with Quantum break and has a pretty satisfying ending which I can't wait to see with what they do with the DLC season coming up.

    The strongest part of this game is three things the combat, atmosphere and immersion. The physics when shooting your weapon or using your abilities is amazing and adds to the already impressive combat which is the thing that kept me coming back for more. The atmosphere is amazing I loved it, this may of been my favorite thing about the game to be fair, this game must be experience with the head set or surround system on. I was pretty immersed throughout the game and that's why I enjoyed it as well, I couldn't put my remote down.

    I also loved the bosses and the lore as well, the only problem with the bosses though are that there aren't enough, I believe that there is about 8 bosses and 5 of them are in side missions which is a shame. There isn't even really a boss in the story after the 5th mission which was pretty sad. There is a lot of things to collect to fill in the blanks and that adds to the lore as this game is pretty cryptic thankfully, this adds a more realistic touch to the game which was appreciated.

    Exploration is also rewarded which is enjoyable but isn't my favorite thing in this game to do.

    The problem in this game for me is mostly the side quests. The side quest are quite tedious being practically fetch quests (apart from the boss fight missions) which is boring and quite generic, I completed them all and didn't find much fun out of them. The bureau alerts are random (i think) and they spawn few and far between and they can be failed, this sucks for trophy collectors as sometimes it can take up to two hours to get one. The board contermeasures as well give you mods (which can be useful) but I found myself bored doing them after they get more difficult the harder the enemies are to find which just made it boring and that's when I found myself putting down the remote and stop playing until the DLC releases.

    This game is amazing but the fetch quest side missions are boring. With an amazing atmosphere, combat system and boss fights, this make this the most surprising game of 2019.    … Expand
  12. treehugger
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    One of the best, most unique games to come out in quite awhile. Trippy, creepy, super challenging with great story and actors. A dream like tour of the weirdest x files clearing house of monsters. Gameplay is great, the level ups are super cool and absolutely necessary as the battles are fierce and unforgiving.
  13. redscauser
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    great game, interestinh story and lore, thank you Remedy, i love your games. 10/10
  14. Francesco_99
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Unique game and gameplay with incredibly beautiful surroundings.
    One of the best games i have played in a while.
  15. alexandrumna
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    I don't even know how to begin to describe this game. Fresh and bizarre, in a good way, are some of the words I'd use to describe it. The visuals, imagery, gameplay, narrative are 10/10. The only thing I disliked is that the plot is pretty complicated and it doesn't explain it very well and it becomes boring after a certain point to endlessly fight the same enemies over and over whereverI don't even know how to begin to describe this game. Fresh and bizarre, in a good way, are some of the words I'd use to describe it. The visuals, imagery, gameplay, narrative are 10/10. The only thing I disliked is that the plot is pretty complicated and it doesn't explain it very well and it becomes boring after a certain point to endlessly fight the same enemies over and over wherever you go. It would've been nice if it at least gave you the possibility to pick the difficulty. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for something new in a game. Very good game overral.… Expand
  16. QRbot256
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Really brilliant game. Story is difficult, but very good, with mystical atmosphere. Graphics are one of the best EVER. But the most brilliant part is.... PHYSICS and GAMEPLAY. But save system is bad.
  17. IGreeTz
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Buena trama gráficamente muy bueno aun que da unos bajones de cuadros cuando hay demasiadas partículas en pantalla y hubiera estado genial un doblaje en latino pero en inglés se disfruta igual, juegazo
  18. alexdlaird
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    Well this was just fantastic. The campy story paired with fun (and challenging) gameplay)—the Ashtray Maze alone makes this game a 10/10!
  19. gotterpotter56
    Jul 27, 2021
    8
    Прошел игру на пк и сделал вывод, что игра хорошая. Геймплей на высоте, персонажи так себе, физика супер, сюжет с пивком сойдет.
  20. KlaresJain
    Jun 20, 2021
    9
    +sehr interessante/mysteriöse Welt
    •gameplay ist ok
    •Charaktere sind mäßig komplex
    - Textur bugs
  21. Ranzki
    Oct 14, 2020
    8
    Flawed, yet endearing, Control channels the likes of Prey, Alan Wake, and Max Payne in the best and worst respects of its presentation. Even with prevalent technical issues and frame drops across all platforms, the title proves itself as being a unique and highly entertaining experience that has the potential of becoming a definitive cult classic later down the line.
  22. dharlequin
    Sep 2, 2019
    8
    A very beatifully crafted game. One of the most interesting and unusual games of this generation, probably one of the best Remedy games. Maybe even GOTY 2019 contender.

    Atmosphere, setting, story, lore, location, graphics, physics, abilities, writing, characters, sound design, art design, architecture - literally lots of games aspects are amazing.
  23. aqz27547
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    I love this game! The atmosphere of the game is amazing. You can really get immersed in the world.
    - Graphics to this game look fantastic, even on low settings
    - Weapons feel good, shoot good, and make you feel powerful with each shot. Also includes bullet speed, and one-shot headshots
  24. CBL2744
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Visuals are incredible. Very unique game and concept. Boss battles can be difficult at times but rewarding once you get passed them. I like your hand isn't held all throughout this game. You have to work for information.
  25. Hpicolo
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Just another masterpiece from Remedy! Perfect gameplay mixed with a intriging story.
  26. GCM707
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    The game has some minor technical issues and a little bit of jankiness/clunkiness but overall a great game, nothing unplayable or game breaking. Perhaps some tightening up will happen through patches. The game story and world is very strange, deliberately so. It seems the story has gone far over most peoples heads writing reviews here. Some parts of it are weird just to be weird and set aThe game has some minor technical issues and a little bit of jankiness/clunkiness but overall a great game, nothing unplayable or game breaking. Perhaps some tightening up will happen through patches. The game story and world is very strange, deliberately so. It seems the story has gone far over most peoples heads writing reviews here. Some parts of it are weird just to be weird and set a certain tone for the world. I get some Twin Peaks vibes from the game. Gameplay wise its nothing groundbreaking but its still quite fun.… Expand
  27. Emb34
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Increíble juego, tiene una trama atrapante y excelente jugabilidad en una PS4 pro, ahora saben que consola comprar... Dejen la STD
  28. NXLT
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    Remedy has released its new masterpiece - really a great game. Intriguing gameplay mechanics and beautiful environments
  29. Remedyup
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Very interesting concept. Wonderful graphics and story, not to mention the music! If you love action games you should definetely give it a try.
  30. v0Black_Clouds
    Oct 24, 2019
    8
    Pretty alright game. Works fine, looks good but some perfomance issues. Not a must-buy but you should check this out,
  31. Game_Boy
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Extremely beautiful graphics and superb story. Nice voice acting. Highly recommended!
  32. tristram_shandy
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    I thought Death Stranding might be the most original game this year, but Control certainly will be in second, if not first, by the end of the year. The aesthetic is astounding and nothing like I've seen in a game. It reminds one of Cronenberg, David Fincher, or David Lynch. Also it reminds me of the the film Beyond the Black Rainbow - strange, unsettling vibes that get under your skin.I thought Death Stranding might be the most original game this year, but Control certainly will be in second, if not first, by the end of the year. The aesthetic is astounding and nothing like I've seen in a game. It reminds one of Cronenberg, David Fincher, or David Lynch. Also it reminds me of the the film Beyond the Black Rainbow - strange, unsettling vibes that get under your skin. The sound, story, and action are beautifully balanced and play off each other. And the combat is fun as hell. Remedy should be proud of what they have done - it's just simply amazing.… Expand
  33. Mr_Consultant
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This game is just incredible entertaining and original in the sense of high-quality actions combined with super natural powers.
  34. 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!
  35. RageLag
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    There's some bugs that need to be patched e.g. loading the map. The story could have been a bit clearer too. I really like the abilities you gain as you progress. The combat and gameplay is awesome. Overall a fun game.
  36. phoeniix23
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    I bought the digital deluxe edition on my base PS4 on day one, and have been playing it since. Platinumed it today, after about 40-50hrs of gameplay.

    What a ride, what an experience, what a game! It's a perfect blend of gameplay, narrative and style. I just felt engaged the moment I played it. Coming into the game, I thought I would be bored by it's setting but I learnt to appreciate    I bought the digital deluxe edition on my base PS4 on day one, and have been playing it since. Platinumed it today, after about 40-50hrs of gameplay.

    What a ride, what an experience, what a game! It's a perfect blend of gameplay, narrative and style. I just felt engaged the moment I played it. Coming into the game, I thought I would be bored by it's setting but I learnt to appreciate it's brutalist art style and it reminded me so much of where I used to live near the University of Chicago.

    If you like atmospheric games like Bioshock, Alan Wake, Max Payne, Vampyr, where you are rewarded for playing it slow and explore everything, collecting documents and lore, you will love this game. It's story is told in a unique, non-direct style, where you have to pay attention 110% and even then, you may not understand all of it at once. That's what I love about it, it's sense of mystery and possibility. I love narratives that encourage discussion outside of the medium, in internet forums, youtube vids etc. It reminds me of TV shows like Lost and Twin Peaks where I had to read up more and watch it multiple times to pick up stuff I missed the first time round.

    In summary, these are what I like and dislike about Control:

    Pros:
    Brilliant, atmospheric narrative
    Great voiceovers and real-life acting (especially Dr Darling)
    Superb lead character
    Great gunplay
    Cool powers
    Exploration is very rewarding
    Excellent world-building
    Interesting side missions
    Engaging side characters
    Superb soundtrack
    Ahti

    Cons:
    Slight FPS drop in intense battles
    Background assets take time to load when you zoom in
    Respawn points are a pain
    Slow loading times during fast travel

    I really hope Remedy does more games. Can't wait for their next project. I will support this AWEsome developer always!    … Expand
  37. Voodoo123
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    +Great graphics
    +Very impressive physics
    +Excellent sound +Fantastic 'gameplay loop' +Expert level design -Story a notch shy of the perfect score -Performance drops, no hdr, only 1080p on ps4 pro I was so hyped to play this game and once I got my mitts on it I was not disappointed! As a huge remedy fan I am pleased to report this is their strongest title yet. Thankfully they    +Great graphics
    +Very impressive physics
    +Excellent sound
    +Fantastic 'gameplay loop'
    +Expert level design
    -Story a notch shy of the perfect score
    -Performance drops, no hdr, only 1080p on ps4 pro

    I was so hyped to play this game and once I got my mitts on it I was not disappointed! As a huge remedy fan I am pleased to report this is their strongest title yet. Thankfully they focused far more on the gameplay than any other aspect and if you enjoyed star wars the force unleashed then this is definitely going to impress you. Sadly even with a very well written story bolstered by the original voice actors of both max payne and alan wake, (sooo cool!) the story misses that exceptional quality for myself that would brand it as perfect score from me although it is very high quality and worth reading/listening/watching all the files/tapes/videos littered throughout the game. Cannot wait for the inevitable sequel!    … Expand
  38. rquant
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    This reminds me of a game from Valve back when they used to be cool. Oozing in a great sci-fi atmosphere, interesting story, and really cool innovative twists on shooter gameplay. The physics and environmental interactivity are some of the best I've seen in a game. It's a shame it doesn't seem to be selling more, I want to see more AAA games like this.
  39. Moish
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Awesome game with an outstanding thematic, ambiance, and story with extra value for Sci-Fi fans. The game dynamics and structure are solid, my only complain and why doesn't gets excellence for me it's the frame rate drops, knowing that they're not for something bad in the game but quite the opposite its too much game for the machines to be able to handle it nevertheless with time getsAwesome game with an outstanding thematic, ambiance, and story with extra value for Sci-Fi fans. The game dynamics and structure are solid, my only complain and why doesn't gets excellence for me it's the frame rate drops, knowing that they're not for something bad in the game but quite the opposite its too much game for the machines to be able to handle it nevertheless with time gets annoying, the variety of elements with physics, particles, reflections, lights, and shadows make this game a technical achievement.… Expand
  40. 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.

    On ps4 it    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.

    On ps4 it needs a patch but it has one and it's fine. On pro it's great. Xbox fine etc. All good ports.

    So graphics are stellar. Music and sound is good , as voice acting great. Brilliant gun sounds. Special mention for cool videos throughout.

    The gameplay is solid. Really fun and creative. So much fun. Action pact as well as interesting story.

    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
  41. JonyB35
    Nov 26, 2019
    9
    Amazing game!!! The story, acting, sound, collectibles, game play, its all spot on a truly great game!
  42. TheScoundreL
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    This is an exceptionally awesome game by any standard. The gameplay is fluid, intuitive, and just feels great. Jesse becomes a bad-ass Jedi over the course of the intriguing story & using her telekinetic powers to summon & launch objects at enemies NEVER ceases to be brutally satisfying. Definitely one of my favorite games of 2019 & the current generation of consoles in general...with oneThis is an exceptionally awesome game by any standard. The gameplay is fluid, intuitive, and just feels great. Jesse becomes a bad-ass Jedi over the course of the intriguing story & using her telekinetic powers to summon & launch objects at enemies NEVER ceases to be brutally satisfying. Definitely one of my favorite games of 2019 & the current generation of consoles in general...with one minor flaw: occasional frame-rate drops when fighting an (overcrowded) room full of enemies...but only in certain rooms. It doesn't happen often enough to be much of a problem, as it only tends to occur if/when I haven't finished off at least half of the first wave of enemies before their friends join the party & you acquire offensive upgrades pretty early on, so it sort of 'goes away' before it has much chance to become annoying. It's hard to fault the devs for it though because Control is essentially a next-gen game that pushes current consoles to their limits. Fortunately (for me) I recently upgraded to a PS4 Pro to give my poor old 2nd hand vanilla system a well-earned retirement after it started vomiting discs back at me in the middle of gameplay, so said issue wasn't much of an issue for me at all, but I can clearly see how it could be an immersion-breaking problem for "regular" PS4 & XBoxOne's (no idea about PC's). I experienced Days Gone on both my old & new consoles, but can only judge Control by how well it runs on my upgraded unit, & I have faith in the devs' commitment to optimizing this game because of all the love they clearly put into creating it. Aside from what's essentially a NON-issue for ME, I'm having a ******* blast! I'm taking my sweet-assed time savoring my playthrough & thoroughly enjoying every minute of it, so much so that I bought the season pass when I found out it that it unlocks an amusingky weird, existing side mission, & I'm already looking forward to the 2 promised expansions. Before I stfu, I have to credit the writing. The story is truly unique & interesting, with the added bonus of some darkly humorous gems to be discovered just about everywhere you venture. Solid 10/10 at full price - zero regrets for not waiting for a sale.… Expand
  43. stereocode
    Aug 29, 2019
    9
    Just finished the main storyline about an hour ago and here are my thoughts.

    I have to say that I loved every bit of this game. Given there were moments of frustration but only because the game doesn't lend any kind of hand-holding whatsoever. That's a good thing! Almost every kind of game out there right now has some sort of indicator guiding the user through the story and through each    Just finished the main storyline about an hour ago and here are my thoughts.

    I have to say that I loved every bit of this game. Given there were moments of frustration but only because the game doesn't lend any kind of hand-holding whatsoever. That's a good thing! Almost every kind of game out there right now has some sort of indicator guiding the user through the story and through each objective. This game only offers you a map with a highlighted region of interest. All other sources of information are gathered by story narrative or by the environment. There were many times that I felt true accomplishment when I solved one of the many puzzles in the game. As many of them rely on environmental clues to informer the player.

    The environment is very brutalist. The game reminds me of the movie "Beyond The Black Rainbow"; A lot of the colors and simple geometry and futuristic undertones. Its got that same kinda crazy scientist secret government vibe to it as well. The graphics are very impressive, a lot of physics and detailed modeling and lighting throughout. Almost every single frame of this game is picturesque. There were moments of performance dipping but only limited to the menu system when you exit or close the menus. Since 99% of my game existed outside the menu system I feel this a non-issue. Something that will get patched soon I suspect. Being on PC I didn't experience the frame dipping from physics as console players are experiencing(sucks to suck console players ;p ).

    I really enjoy games with deep story elements and my goodness this delivers in full. You have lots of really good voice acting and story elements with the main characters but this is a small sliver of the content. Additional story comes in many forms. Littered throughout the levels are all kinds of documents and memos and folders of research that you can pour-over. Additionally, to that, there are audio recording in a kind of Bioshock fashion. But really the best kind of story comes from the these VHS and Reel to Reel live-action recordings. Some, disturbing, and some borderline hilarious productions especially towards the later levels.

    I think a lot of players were looking for a Max Payne kindof game from Remedy with all the talk of the combat from other reviews. To me, combat is a nice addition to a game built around a major story experience. I honestly had a lot of fun with the combat. The telekinesis powers grow and become more powerful as you progress and you turn into a master Jedi with a full seat on the council. Once you unlock the Charge gun type you become the infinite rick, a god. Then you really start to push the envelope of the physics and destruction engine this game offers. It has a nice progression that is non-linear, I finished
    the game without unlocking all the powers for instance,

    All in all the game is great. It disturbed me, it made me laugh, It left me in awe, and I highly recommend this to someone who is looking for a deep story to get lost in and continue even after the credits roll.

    9/10 Good job Remedy(how much acid did you take to make this game?)    … Expand
  44. emigoyaf
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Amazing gameplay the lore is just mind blowing. Very fun experience. I'm PS4 have lag problems and drop of frames
  45. Konstantine
    Sep 8, 2019
    9
    A great game with amazing graphic style, atmosphere and gameplay. It is unique in many ways, give it a chance. Respect to Remedy!
  46. Mabueno
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    The story, the setting, the mechanics, the Darling, oh my gawd. This game deserves more praise than usual. Control is a paranormal fiction game where you control Jesse Faden in a FBI-like building/setting full of misteries to discover and references to real cases of the real world. Control is one of the best games i've ever played.
  47. Heisengerm
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Control was a blast to play. Once I started getting a hang of the combat and unlocked most of the abilities, I started craving longer and more difficult fights. I got completely sucked into the game play and story. The enemy variation kept me having to constantly rethink my load out and swap around my weapon mods, so I never got bored. For a game set in a boring government building,Control was a blast to play. Once I started getting a hang of the combat and unlocked most of the abilities, I started craving longer and more difficult fights. I got completely sucked into the game play and story. The enemy variation kept me having to constantly rethink my load out and swap around my weapon mods, so I never got bored. For a game set in a boring government building, Control has a lot of excitement and so many nooks and crannies to find. Ultimately, this game was held back by my PS4 Pro's hardware. If I had the chance, would have played it first on PC, but I still had a great time on PS4. If you're looking for a game with great game play and fun exploration, look no further. While Control had some minor flaws and room for improvement, it was still a stellar title.… Expand
  48. Roswell
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Remedy proves once again that they are one of the best studios in the industry

    + Great Visuals and Effects + Immersive Story + Addictive Game-play + Soundtrack (and music from Poets of the Fall) Is awesome. - Lip sync and animations in some of the conversations (cut-scenes) are little bit bland, and it sometimes seems that side characters are much better looking than the main    Remedy proves once again that they are one of the best studios in the industry

    + Great Visuals and Effects
    + Immersive Story
    + Addictive Game-play
    + Soundtrack (and music from Poets of the Fall) Is awesome.

    - Lip sync and animations in some of the conversations (cut-scenes) are little bit bland, and it
    sometimes seems that side characters are much better looking than the main character.
    - Small frame-rate issues in big fights, likely will be fixed-    … Expand
  49. longgoneman
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Great game, love to see someone with balls of doing something different and then pull it off like this!
  50. Zeizei
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Control is definately one of the best games in 2019. The game has excellent graphics and it creates a world having supernatural, weird athmosphere that hooks player for hours. Gameplay is well designed and game controls are easy to learn, which made it easy to step into game. Control offers you a great, fresh and unique game, definately worth of spending some money.
  51. GiantSlammer
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    So far enjoyed the game a lot! Love the setting and how you can combine the gun play + "superpowers".

    P.s. I just have to wonder how people are giving 0-1 reviews either without ever playing the game / just because some one minor thing annoys them.. Or giving 0 on a platform that has nothing to do with the review, e.g. something to do with Epic etc.
  52. HoracioMartos
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    The game is very Solid. Really good story, fun Gameplay with new mechanics. The Action is very well paced and feels rewarding to play and explore all possibilities. Congrats to Remedy!
  53. Nikkimaru
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Невооружённым взглядом видны недостатки по типу слабой постановки роликов, малого количества срежиссерованных геймплейных сцен, слабенького музыкального сопровождения. Однако, всё вытягивают атмосфера, визуальный стиль и сам геймплей. До сайд-квестов ещё не дошёл, открыл только начальные способности. Но всё же... Деньгами студию я поддержал. Надеюсь, что следующий проект будет ещё болееНевооружённым взглядом видны недостатки по типу слабой постановки роликов, малого количества срежиссерованных геймплейных сцен, слабенького музыкального сопровождения. Однако, всё вытягивают атмосфера, визуальный стиль и сам геймплей. До сайд-квестов ещё не дошёл, открыл только начальные способности. Но всё же... Деньгами студию я поддержал. Надеюсь, что следующий проект будет ещё более бомбическим и технологичным. Remedy проделали колоссальную работу. 10 из 10 - миллион баксов мне завезли.… Expand
  54. pentiko1
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Simply extraordinary. A piece of true art. Congratulations to the team on their hard work!
  55. Olomi
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Just wow! Its the type of a game I have been looking for years. I was always into eerie-vibe-strange movies and never that jolly fello anyway.. The deepness chills my bones and this one really makes you wanna check your brain. Something Kafka would like to sit deep into.
  56. 2ndsky
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    A fantastic game, love the graphics and the story. Congrats to Remedy team!
  57. iamelloyello
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Great game. Beautiful graphics, very interesting and different plot, the raytracing stuff is awesome on my 2080 TI FE. fighting mechanic are gorgeous, fun, and a big spectacle. Highly recommend if you liked quantum break.
  58. Mdro
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    If you like Alan wake and Max Payne you should enjoy this game.SIngle player action game with a entertaining story.
  59. Player83
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Eggselente game!!! Have been waiting this game for a long time and waiting was all worth it.
  60. Dhee
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    I found the World of the game, which is the Oldest House, really atmospheric and special. The game has this eerie and really unique feel to it, which is like no other game I've played before. I highly recommend this game.
  61. Shortcomings_80
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    Overall a brilliant game - and one of Remedy's finest so far. Kudos to the studio for combining a strong story narrative with frenetic gameplay & combat. A true marvel and really enjoyed playing it.
  62. 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.
  63. Villandinho
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game! Really cool graphics, really nice plot, lots of good actors in this game… Expand
  64. pOTKUKELKKA
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This is a masterpiece! Remedy nails it again. Atmosphere is awesome, Graphics are stunning and the story is really addicting. One of the rare must-buy-games of the 2019.
  65. LEGASSICKE
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    An incredible balance between enjoyable combat and exploration set in one of the most unique and refreshing locations I have ever seen. Cannot recommend this game more. if you are a fan of story driven games with simple but open and enjoyable combat this is absolutely a must buy.
  66. GraySquall
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Control is a game, with a heavy focus on story/action/red telephones.

    The setting/levels/house look fantastic and I/me/embodied individual had a great time finding new secrets and places. The combat/shooting/uncivil dispute is fast paced and kinetic. The board would like to apologise for the pop in/noticeable frame rate drops. When running on any device. If interested / bought a copy for    Control is a game, with a heavy focus on story/action/red telephones.

    The setting/levels/house look fantastic and I/me/embodied individual had a great time finding new secrets and places. The combat/shooting/uncivil dispute is fast paced and kinetic. The board would like to apologise for the pop in/noticeable frame rate drops. When running on any device. If interested / bought a copy for public holiday. So enjoy.

    The board    … Expand
  67. Grisha3145
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Отличная игра. Явно не всем зайдет, но любителям Секретных материалов и ценителям творчества Дэвида Линча (там даже есть персонаж очень похожий на него, и интерьеры комнат пропитаны стилистикой Твин Пикса) настоятельно рекомендую.Отличная игра. Явно не всем зайдет, но любителям Секретных материалов и ценителям творчества Дэвида Линча (там даже есть персонаж очень похожий на него, и интерьеры комнат пропитаны стилистикой Твин Пикса) настоятельно рекомендую.
  68. Franseven
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    i had no expectations for this game, quantum break wasn't that good so i wasn't exited at all by the monocromatic look of working office at first glance. BUT i played it anyway, and i was blown away by every single aspect of the game, the graphics are amazing, the animations are good enaough to not break the immersion, very good job considering the lack of motion capture. the narrative isi had no expectations for this game, quantum break wasn't that good so i wasn't exited at all by the monocromatic look of working office at first glance. BUT i played it anyway, and i was blown away by every single aspect of the game, the graphics are amazing, the animations are good enaough to not break the immersion, very good job considering the lack of motion capture. the narrative is just perfectly written and very cospicous amount of notes helped a lot answering all of my questions and finding very good hidden links. coerence is the key. the amount of side mission is almost double the main misions. 18 vs 10. and the fun never stops because you will unlock every power progressing in a metroid vania style, allowing you to run back and forward exploring every time new places. a suprise. maybe a masterpiece of this times.… Expand
  69. Elias91
    Aug 27, 2019
    8
    well played game!!! astonishing graphics and fluid gameplay. Also the story is very interesting. Hope we get some DLC and a sequel in the near future.
  70. BulletBallet1
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    Remedy is back! Weird and addictive story combined with action/fighting and metroidvania elements that are nicely mixed in the gameplay. Gameplay is a real compelling element of this unique experience. Living environments, mind-twisting plot, incredibly beautiful graphics and general look & feel does the rest. Well done!
  71. gggamer
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Nice game all in all, very satisfying to smash objects from the surroundings to enemies!
  72. BlackFlashShaw
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Great game, really enjoying what I've played so far! The lore withing the game is really compelling and makes you want to find out more and wander around the map for more pieces of info. One big downside though is that even running on a PS4 Pro, there is alot of frame rate issues in combat and also textures and environments take a little bit of time to load in
  73. GnomeSayian
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Reading the negative reviews on this made me lose faith in metacritic's reviewers.
    Would give it a solid 8 - 9 with some technical issues. Some slow loads, and some slowing when alot is going on combat wise, some map load issues, but nothing that distracts too much from the gameplay or the story. Gameplay is a fun run and gun style with minimal cover shooter elements, exploring the world    Reading the negative reviews on this made me lose faith in metacritic's reviewers.
    Would give it a solid 8 - 9 with some technical issues. Some slow loads, and some slowing when alot is going on combat wise, some map load issues, but nothing that distracts too much from the gameplay or the story. Gameplay is a fun run and gun style with minimal cover shooter elements, exploring the world is just amazing.
    One of the best games released this year so far.

    Just skimming the negative -
    Somebody gave it a 0 because they don't like reading (optional reading)...smh.
    Somebody gave it a 0 because they thought it was too hard (its not)...
    Somebody gave it a 0, but all the games they have reviewed (including most game of the year titles) they gave 0s.    … Expand
  74. Nadom
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Remedy never disappoints. Control is so far one of my favorite new games to play this year. I love the challenges and atmosphere Remedy & 505 Games put into the game, that makes the game worth exploring. Beside the few bugs (which can be fix by update) that happens in the game, it doesn’t stop me from enjoying the game, which is a huge plus for me. Control is my first ever game I boughtRemedy never disappoints. Control is so far one of my favorite new games to play this year. I love the challenges and atmosphere Remedy & 505 Games put into the game, that makes the game worth exploring. Beside the few bugs (which can be fix by update) that happens in the game, it doesn’t stop me from enjoying the game, which is a huge plus for me. Control is my first ever game I bought from Remedy and judging from the game and my review, it seems that they got a new fan. Definitely going to check out other big titles by Remedy in the near future.… Expand
  75. CriticoDubioso
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Absolute gem, Remedy does it again! Couldn't stop playing, highly recommended!
  76. hiddensynapse
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Absolutely GOTY contender next to Sekiro. This game is criminally underrated! I don’t know what the low user scores or critic scores are about, but in my opinion, this game is a solid 9.5/10. Check out the YouTube reviews for a more accurate reflection of its quality - almost unanimous 9/10s and 10/10s. “Control” is easily Remedy’s best game since Max Payne. Hell, I actually think it’sAbsolutely GOTY contender next to Sekiro. This game is criminally underrated! I don’t know what the low user scores or critic scores are about, but in my opinion, this game is a solid 9.5/10. Check out the YouTube reviews for a more accurate reflection of its quality - almost unanimous 9/10s and 10/10s. “Control” is easily Remedy’s best game since Max Payne. Hell, I actually think it’s better! Seriously, pick this beauty up.… Expand
  77. Frate
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Love the art style and gameplay. The shooting feels great and the setting is refreshing
  78. Sivakkalla
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Control is very engaging and interesting game. Interesting story and nice story telling. Gameplay is really smooth and there is a lot to see in the game. Great game!… Expand
  79. badcompani
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Супер! Я доволен что купил её. Не знаю что ещё можно добавить, видео-обзоры уже все сказали за меня. Я солидарен) Remedy молодцы
  80. Dtorbor1
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This game is GREAT ...GOTY **** WHAT TOPDOG SAID ....Man don’t even game ......back tracking was brilliant ......Remedy really goat for this game
  81. Reed618
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    So far i'm really enjoying Control. The setting is pretty unique and it changes in interesting ways. There are some cool setpieces built in as well which will change your location.
    The gunplay is fun too but the powers are the area in which this game stands out. The lack of a cover system is probably the biggest departure from past remedy titles.
    The story feels like a David Lynch show.    So far i'm really enjoying Control. The setting is pretty unique and it changes in interesting ways. There are some cool setpieces built in as well which will change your location.
    The gunplay is fun too but the powers are the area in which this game stands out. The lack of a cover system is probably the biggest departure from past remedy titles.
    The story feels like a David Lynch show. It's eery and entertaining but i'm not far enough in to say whether or not it has a great plot.
    I wouldn't listen to the babies downvoting this game. I assume most of them are doing it because the game is a timed exclusive on the epic store. A lot of games seem to get downvoted for that reason these days unfortunately.
    I'd recommend checking out some reviews and if you like what you see then you'll probably enjoy control :).    … Expand
  82. markorus
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    One of the best Remedy games. Good action, good story. We are waiting for Alan Wake 2!
  83. Fashman5000
    Aug 27, 2019
    8
    I've only played a bit. But so far I am happy. The plot thus far has me intrigued, the atmosphere leaves you unsettled and on edge. The gameplay is pretty formulaic. The graphics are decent for a publisher that is not typical for triple A releases. There is a lot of mystery to what will be revealed so I am very invested in continuing the story
  84. pta200
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Overall extremely well constructed game with a beautiful graphics and effects, an interesting story, and good play-ability.
  85. Joniantt
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Great game. Beautiful gameplay, great story and fun to play. Nothing else to say
  86. AloneUA
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    I was playing on PS4 Pro and indeed the framerate was struggling at some of the most dense battles, but that only occurred a couple of times. An inevitable problem, given how much technology was packed here.
    Other than that, it's an incredible Remedy game. It takes inspiration from Steven King, SCP and other things, mixes it with Metroidvania format and presents in a really stylish    I was playing on PS4 Pro and indeed the framerate was struggling at some of the most dense battles, but that only occurred a couple of times. An inevitable problem, given how much technology was packed here.
    Other than that, it's an incredible Remedy game. It takes inspiration from Steven King, SCP and other things, mixes it with Metroidvania format and presents in a really stylish package. The world is very rich with lore and detail. People saying that there are plotholes or that the story is bad either have no imagination or didn't pay attention to what was going on and those details mentioned. This game isn't gonna feed you its stroy with a spoon, a lot of things you'll need to figure out yourself, but that's what I was expecting from the Remedy game and I got what I wanted. A tale filled with mysteries and suspense.
    Gameplay is equally good. Control has a really polished battle system that will keep you entertained during the whole game and even a little bit after that. The technology paked into it helps a lot as well. The destructable environments and superb physics make sure every fight looks and feels spectacular.
    The pacing is also pretty good. Both in story and gameplay. The progression is pretty smooth overall. Btw, I recommend tackling some side quests, as they contain some of the coolest and most interesting things in the game.
    All in all, if you liked previous Remedy game this should be a must-buy for you. And if you're looking for a game with mysteries and secrets throughout it and ready to use your brain to piece together some of the parts yourself, then I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  87. Rydik
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Wonderfull game, having tons of fun, pretty good story, very atmospheric and stylish, love Jesse. Solid gameplay, maybe little repetitive.
    Has some problems with optimization.
  88. Wilbur
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    The game is everything I was hoping for and more. It is truly a unique masterpiece on par with or even better than Alan Wake. The writing, the atmosphere, the plentiful minute details... I knew Remedy would deliver.
  89. BigG101
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    This was my first ever Remedy experience and i was blown away! Played on PS4 Pro and the graphics are amazing paired with the story and gameplay. couldn't put the controller down i was so invested in what was happening
  90. Lonejumper23
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    CONTROL IS OUT OF CONTROL!!! Wow and lets get the little things out of the way first....the frame rate issue and the map taking a little time to display sometimes is such a minor thing that can be easily overlooked. Remedy is working on a patch and once this is fixed the game is a MASTERPIECE!!! This game has elements of a third person Half Life concept with Allan Wake, Max Payne andCONTROL IS OUT OF CONTROL!!! Wow and lets get the little things out of the way first....the frame rate issue and the map taking a little time to display sometimes is such a minor thing that can be easily overlooked. Remedy is working on a patch and once this is fixed the game is a MASTERPIECE!!! This game has elements of a third person Half Life concept with Allan Wake, Max Payne and Quantum Break all in the mix. It took me around an hour to really understand what was going on and then the story just goes somewhere you can't even imagine.... AND THEN IT GOES DEEPER AND DEEPER. BRAVO REMEDY and thank you for giving me this gaming graphical experience! My GOD!… Expand
  91. Wendel
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Ótimo jogo! Gráficos bonitos, jogabilidade fantástica. A história também é bem interessante. Vale muito a pena!
  92. IvanK1989
    Aug 29, 2019
    9
    Remedy showed a high quality action game, gameplay is awesome, I just can't stop enjoy with shooting, throwing everything in enemies, there are so much action, all locations made with style, location by location blowed my mind LOVE IT!))))) Thank you Remedy!!
  93. ilCellone
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    Game is amazing: graphic is the best you can have on PS4, story is very interesting and the gameplay is very intuitive and fresh
    Powers are awesome and make you feel like a superhero
    Environmental destruction is teh best you can have on PS4
    Best Remedy game ever!
  94. Luke72305
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Amazing game experience .
    Не понимаю хейт вокруг игры, если все дело в оптимизации, то она не критична. Но те кто ноют про серость и сюжет , зачем вы брали игру если вам не нравится такой стиль и тематика?! Мне игра понравилась
  95. AngeloxAimer1
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Exelente juego me gustó la jugabilidad y una trama interesante
  96. Duppaduu12
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Game is awesome! Is mysterious triller like Alan Wake but even better. Best game of year 2019 so far.
    Just buy it.
  97. Kumasimc
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Control is quite simply the best game Remedy has ever made. The set up of a secret Government office building full of weird stuff that acts as a quasi-Metroidvania of sorts is brilliant and fascinating. The story is a perfect blend of pulp and mystery that is both deeply engaging and straight up fun to explore. Gameplay is about as perfect as a 3rd person Shooter can get. Between aControl is quite simply the best game Remedy has ever made. The set up of a secret Government office building full of weird stuff that acts as a quasi-Metroidvania of sorts is brilliant and fascinating. The story is a perfect blend of pulp and mystery that is both deeply engaging and straight up fun to explore. Gameplay is about as perfect as a 3rd person Shooter can get. Between a Shape-shifting auto-recharging gun and a plethora of powers that are fun and intuitive, you always have an option for any situation. While the story will pull you through the campaign, the side missions and frankly just the weird stuff you find makes exploring practically its own campaign. It’s been a long time since a game has so thoroughly hooked me into its universe and mechanics. I think about it constantly and am constantly surprised. It may have a couple rough edges, especially for original PS4 and Xbox owners, but it is absolutely worth it. Whole-hearted, from the top of my lungs, honest to god, I can’t recommend this game enough.… Expand
  98. nasaali
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    At times MP is more movie than game, with stunning camera angles, jarring replays and an involved plot that not only moves the storyline along, it sets the tone for a hardcore action experience.
  99. hekatchu
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game, that lets your fears take an abstract but architectural form. Unique game with no flaws that couldn't be patched. I love the living gun and the superpowers.
  100. Huikk4poks
    Aug 28, 2019
    9
    I played Control on regular PS4, for this review.

    Remedy's new IP Control is a mind-twisting game with an interesting plot and lore. The world feels unique and organic and if you invest yourself in it you will enjoy it! Telekinesis powers are awesome and with mods you can make yourself powerful, Remedy made a superhero game without superheroes oh, and the environmental destruction? my    I played Control on regular PS4, for this review.

    Remedy's new IP Control is a mind-twisting game with an interesting plot and lore. The world feels unique and organic and if you invest yourself in it you will enjoy it! Telekinesis powers are awesome and with mods you can make yourself powerful, Remedy made a superhero game without superheroes oh, and the environmental destruction? my god its beautiful! There are also couple powers you will miss if you don't play side missions, so you should invest yourself exploring The Oldest House trough and trough. Map is huge and there are lots of details you could miss if you don't pay attention. Like i said this game wants you to invest yourself in it so there are lots of collectibles to read more about this unique world. Some collectibles are funny and some are creepy. Also i loved small references to previous Remedy titles, and you gotta love Ahti the janitor. Puzzles are sometimes simple but unique. There are more stories to tell in this world, but you need to fill the planks!
    Simply The Oldest House is a full season of Twin Peaks with cast from X-files.
    After end credits i just wanted more and I was thinking "what did i miss in this game.." i will recommend it, but there are cons.

    Rating is a low 9 almost an 8. This game has performance issues and after installing the game playing it couple hours, having a 8 hour break and starting it again, it worked better ?? Even thou those frame dips are still sometimes presents. Small patch could fix this issue because it could be a deal breaker for someone. This game is Vania-like so there is backtracking but that is not a issue for me i just wanted to point that out! The main thing about this game is powers and if you just run and shoot you will have bad time. Remedy wants you listen closely every detail if you don't you will get lost. Map has issues sometimes, which could be a problem if you don't focus. I noticed some npc's T-posing. Environment is pretty boring but still, there are couple good surprises on the way!

    Now without effecting on rating, people say its repetitive, I saw it but I even thought God of War is repetitive sometimes, but then I understood that I didn't play this game on its full potential. Facial animations are fine. Someones says that this game is short.. i don't know it took me 16 hours to beat so for a single player game that is more than enough! Use all game mechanics! i mean i saw big youtubers playing this only "Running and gunning" they made this game look boring even thou I didn't have this problem! "Game doesn't tell you where to go" It does, or I'm just smart! (....I'm not smart) Game is generic, yeah if you don't invest on it.. and yeah, Epic exclusive was a bad move...but i think its more 505games fault.

    Even thou this game had issues mostly performance vise, it didn't ruin my experience that's why i give it an 9 but those issues could ruin experiences with some players. Writing is different and the story is weird so if you don't like weird stuff this game could be a bummer, so lower ratings will happen. You don't need to buy every game right away. If you are not sure wait for sale or watch game play or read reviews. This game is not for everyone, but giving this game 0 or 2 is unprofessional and good example of troll reviews that Metacritic has.

    But I must say, Welcome back Remedy this game made me happy!    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 63
  3. Negative: 1 out of 63
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Sep 25, 2019
    90
    Impactful gunplay bolstered by a telekinetic twist, and a mystery you’ll be turning over for a long time afterwards. Welcome to the Oldest House, Director. [Issue#167, p.79]
  2. VG247
    Sep 18, 2019
    80
    The writing, direction, and performances are consistently brilliant. This is Remedy at the peak of its game. Control feels like a company rediscovering itself, waking from a long slumber. Remedy’s legs work as intended once more, the vestiges of sleep paralysis a distant memory.
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  3. Quarter to Three
    Sep 17, 2019
    100
    I don’t want to use the word masterpiece lightly, but what else do you call the combination of gleefully chaotic gameplay with earnest storytelling in a setting as refreshingly unique as Bioshock? What else do you call a combat system that goes so far beyond the simple act of shooting a gun without drilling down into a set of intricate menus and complicated controls? What else do you call darkly malevolent horror that doesn’t feel like it was cribbed from someplace else? What else do you call the crowning achievement of a studio with a unique voice, an uneven track record, and 25 years of experience? If there’s a better word to describe what Remedy has achieved with Control, I can’t think of it.
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