Recently, Remedy Entertainment provided new insights into its anticipated sequel, *Control Resonant*. Building off the successful 2019 title *Control*, this upcoming action RPG promises to feature a melee combat system set in a semi-open world.
Meet Dylan, Not Jesse
A key point conveyed in the presentation was that Jesse Faden will not be a playable character in *Control Resonant*. The focus will be on Dylan’s journey.
RPG Meets Action
Unlike its predecessor, *Control Resonant* leans heavily into RPG elements, focusing on melee combat. Players can explore various skill trees and develop unique character builds, offering a personalized gameplay experience.
Players won’t be able to unlock every ability in a single playthrough, necessitating careful choices in how to progress Dylan and his weapon, the Aberrant, which features multiple forms and combinations.
A Different Combat Experience
The team addressed comparisons to *Souls-like* games, explaining that while dodging is included, there is no parry mechanism in *Resonant*, encouraging an aggressive playstyle.
A More Intuitive World
To combat open-world fatigue, Remedy is implementing a streamlined map system compared to the previous title, focusing on engaging quests rather than repetitive tasks.
The gameplay will include two primary quest types: “Dylan’s Journey,” the main storyline, and independent World Quests.
Technical Performance
Remedy aims to deliver 60 frames per second across all platforms, ensuring a fluid gameplay experience across Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC.
Dynamic Dialogue Mechanics
The sequel introduces a dialogue system that allows players to navigate conversations while moving, featuring a single, cohesive ending to maintain character integrity in Dylan’s responses.
Customization Options for Dylan
Players will have the opportunity to change Dylan’s clothing and hairstyle throughout the game, mirroring the customization options available in the first installment.
Key Takeaways
1. Current focus on Dylan’s narrative, as Jesse Faden will not be a playable character.
2. Enhanced RPG elements promise deep customization with skill trees and build strategies.
3. Focus on aggressive combat without a traditional parry system encourages forward movement.
4. A more intuitive map design aims to reduce player fatigue from repetitive tasks.
5. Remedy is committed to delivering smooth performance across gaming platforms at 60FPS.
6. A dialogue system allows for choices in real-time, adding a dynamic layer to conversations.
7. Players can customize Dylan’s appearance, maintaining a level of personal engagement as the story unfolds.