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Remedy Secures Full Control Over Control IP

Remedy secures complete ownership of the Control franchise in a recent deal, marking a significant milestone for the developer.
Remedy Secures Full Control Over Control IP

Highlights

  • Remedy now holds exclusive ownership of the Control IP, paving the way for new developments in the franchise.
  • The acclaimed story and mechanics of Control have set high expectations for upcoming sequels.
  • With autonomy over marketing and publishing, Remedy's future plans for Control 2 and Project Condor are promising.

Remedy has recently acquired full ownership of the Control intellectual property, signaling a fresh beginning for the franchise. Following a collaboration with publisher 505 Games on Control, Remedy has inked a deal to assume complete control over Control and its forthcoming iterations and spin-offs.

Debuting in 2019, Control swiftly garnered acclaim from enthusiasts and critics alike for its narrative and distinctive gameplay. Serving as a captivating extension of Remedy's renowned Alan Wake universe, Control stars protagonist Jesse Faden as she navigates the enigmatic Federal Bureau of Control. Following the revelation of a sequel to Control and a multiplayer offshoot named Project Condor, enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated updates on the franchise's trajectory. A recent agreement between Remedy and publisher 505 Games has now vested the entire Control IP in the developer's hands, shedding light on the development of Project Condor and Control 2.

Effective immediately, Remedy assumes all rights to distribute, publish, market, and manage Control and its associated spin-offs and sequels. This arrangement empowers Remedy to dictate how future installments in the Control series are promoted and released, marking a pivotal moment for the developer.

Remedy's Sole Ownership of Control Franchise

The rights to Control 2 and Project Condor are now exclusively in Remedy's hands. Nonetheless, a transition period will witness the rights to Control fully reverting to Remedy by December 31, 2024. With an impressive portfolio of games, Remedy's acquisition of full ownership of one of its most popular IPs is a significant milestone. Moreover, this deal offers fans a glimpse into the progression of Control 2 and Project Condor, courtesy of a statement by Remedy's CEO, Tero Virtala.

Renowned for crafting captivating narratives, Remedy is poised to showcase its marketing prowess with this property. As anticipation mounts for Control 2, Remedy's newfound control over the franchise signifies a momentous leap forward for the developer.

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