Control 2 Moves to Production Readiness; Max Payne Remakes Underway

Remedy Entertainment has made significant progress on several of its key titles. Control 2 has reached the "production readiness stage," while the remakes of Max Payne 1 and 2, as well as the Control multiplayer spin-off, are now in full production. The development insights were shared in a recent financial report, indicating that Control 2 is expected to move into full production by mid-2025. With the Max Payne remakes actively underway, fans can look forward to classic action gameplay being revitalized. Remedy has canceled another project and shifted resources, which may benefit these upcoming titles.

Max Payne is a renowned video game series known for its unique storytelling, graphic novel-style presentation, and groundbreaking use of slow-motion gunplay known as "bullet time." Originally launched in 2001 and 2003, the games became iconic for their noir-inspired narrative and intense action, cementing Remedy Entertainment as a significant player in the gaming industry. The upcoming remakes aim to bring these beloved classics to a new generation with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics.