Remedy Entertainment has recently divulged fresh insights concerning their upcoming co-op spin-off titled Codename Condor, set in the universe of the game Control. While the concept of the next Control installment being a live service game was known, Remedy now reveals that it will not adopt a free-to-play model.

Control, developed by Remedy Entertainment and 505 Games in 2019, shares a universe with Alan Wake and received acclaim for its innovative gameplay and captivating narrative. Although an official sequel for Control is currently absent, the upcoming Codename Condor aims to further explore the game's themes and locales.

Recently disclosed in Remedy's financial reports as noted by VGC, additional details about the forthcoming Control spin-off have surfaced. The game is allocated a budget of approximately $27 million and is under construction utilizing Remedy's proprietary Northlight engine, also employed in the development of Alan Wake 2. The title is presently in pre-production and is slated for release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Contrary to being free-to-play, Remedy has confirmed that the game will be priced lower than the average AAA title initially but will introduce revenue streams through updates, substantial expansions, and potentially microtransactions.

Details of Remedy's Control Spin-Off

• Control spin-off will feature a cooperative multiplayer experience as a service-oriented game.
• Codename Condor is being constructed using Remedy's in-house Northlight engine.
• Codename Condor will not adopt a free-to-play model and may incorporate microtransactions.
• Codename Condor will enter full production this year for PC, PS5, and Xbox X/S.

While the combination of microtransactions and a required purchase may not resonate with all players, Codename Condor forms part of Remedy's interconnected universe, likely intriguing fans. The narrative of Codename Condor will unfold post the events of Control, immersing players into the enigmatic depths of the Oldest House where perilous supernatural energies abound.

This revelation follows Remedy Entertainment's acquisition of the Control intellectual property. Recently, Remedy finalized an agreement with publisher 505 Games, securing complete ownership of the Control franchise.

Codename Condor represents just a fraction of Remedy's broader strategy for its shared universe. Recently, Remedy outlined plans for Control and Alan Wake, indicating a roadmap that includes more frequent sequels for both franchises down the line. Prior to that, the scheduled release of two DLCs for Alan Wake 2 in 2024, titled 'Night Springs' and 'The Lake House,' awaits.