Recreational therapy and Interactive Annapurna announced a new strategic partnership that promises to expand the universe of popular games Control and Alan Wake. According to the official statement, the companies will co-finance the development Control 2 and adapt the two franchises for film, television and other media.
What does this mean for fans?
- Control 2 gets even better: By collaborating with Annapurna, Remedy will be able to realize its full creative potential and create a sequel to Control that will exceed expectations.
- Expansion of universe: The Remedy Connected universe will get a new life outside of video games. Fans will be able to delve deeper into the stories of Alan Wake and Jessie Faden through movies, TV series and other projects.
- Maintaining independence: Remedy remains an independent studio, which guarantees copyright ownership of its franchises and complete creative freedom.
Mikael Kasurinen, creative director of Remedy, and Juha Vainio, executive producer of the Control franchise, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration with Annapurna, noting the alignment of the creative values of the companies.
Loch Samcreator of Alan Wake, also shares his excitement at the opportunity to expand the Remedy Connected universe into other media.
Control 2 development is in full swing, but there is no information about the plot or gameplay yet. The developers ask fans to be patient and promise to share new information in the future.
