Remedy Entertainment: Alan Wake and the future of the franchise

Remedy Entertainment, the developer behind several award-winning games, is entering a new phase in its history, following a completed transition under new CEO Jean-Charles Gaudechon. In recent years, Remedy has focused on creating unique experiences, but with the launch of Alan Wake 2, the emphasis has also shifted toward improving the commercial performance of its franchises.

The success formula of Alan Wake 2

Alan Wake 2, released in October 2023, has had an interesting journey. Despite the franchise’s growing popularity, the game only became profitable after reaching 2 million sales in February 2025, more than a year after launch. This marks an important moment for Remedy, which now wants to make better use of its intellectual properties (IP).

Strategy under new leadership

Jean-Charles Gaudechon, who started his career at EA Games, has developed plans to strengthen Remedy’s unique voice in the gaming industry. Under his leadership, the company plans to focus more on franchise development and on growing the communities around its games. Gaudechon has said it is a missed opportunity that games like Alan Wake and Control have not achieved the sales they deserve.

One notable step is the partnership between Remedy and Annapurna, through which they plan to develop TV shows and films based on the worlds of Alan Wake and Control. This cross-media approach is meant to reach a wider audience and make the franchises more visible.

Upcoming releases and developments

In addition to improving existing titles, Remedy is also working on new projects. The upcoming game, Control: Resonant, is a direct sequel to the successful 2019 game. While the original Control focused on action and shooting, Control: Resonant will challenge players with new melee combat mechanics in an unpredictable version of Manhattan. This shift in gameplay mechanics shows Remedy’s willingness to evolve within its franchises.

Control: Resonant does not yet have a specific release date, but it is expected to arrive later this year for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players can also look forward to a limited-time crossover with the popular ghost-hunting game Phasmophobia, aimed at Alan Wake fans.

Market research and feedback

Alan Wake 2’s sales performance offers important insights for Remedy. In a recent statement, Gaudechon emphasized that it is crucial to listen carefully to player feedback and incorporate it into the development of new content. "How do we grow the community?" Gaudechon said. This shows that Remedy is not only looking at commercial numbers, but also values creative development in collaboration with its player base.

With these developments, Remedy Entertainment hopes not only to secure the future success of Alan Wake and Control, but also to continue delivering innovative experiences to the gaming community.