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Review of Control: Ultimate Edition on PS5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Feb 2021
Cover image of Control: Ultimate Edition on PS5
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 02 Feb 2021
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Remedy Entertainment
Publisher: 505 Games

Introduction

Welcome to the weird world of Control: Ultimate Edition, where bureaucratic nightmares meet mind-bending powers that make flying possible! If you ever dreamed of playing a game with a mix of supernatural abilities and jaw-droppingly odd storylines, then buckle up, because Jesse Faden's journey through the Federal Bureau of Control's trippy headquarters is about to get wild. Imagine a cross between The X-Files and Inception-this is where that mash-up becomes a thrilling reality.

Gameplay

As Jesse, players get to explore 'The Oldest House', a shifting, kaleidoscopic skyscraper with the weird mystique of a government building caught in a cosmic dance-off. Players will be fighting off the otherworldly Hiss while collecting supernatural abilities, which range from telekinesis to levitating through the air like you've forgotten to read the room. Not only can you throw anything and everything at enemies (yes, that includes office supplies), but you can also absorb the powers of Objects of Power-think everyday items turned superhero-like a rotary phone that's definitely seen better days. And let's not ignore the delightfully chaotic combat system, where you're pitted against enemies that seem to have joined a paranormal rave-it's bullets and floating furniture galore!

Graphics

The aesthetics of Control are nothing short of extraordinary. Picture this: pristine brutalist architecture with a smoky, atmospheric twist and visually stunning effects, like real-time ray tracing that even makes the floor tiles look artsy. Paired with a sinister yet alluring sound design that ranges from eerie silence to sudden cacophonies of chaos, every corner of The Oldest House feels both familiar and dreadfully unsettling. It's the perfect backdrop for Jesse's journey as she wrestles with her new identity as Bureau Director!

Conclusion

In the end, Control: Ultimate Edition is not just a game; it's a mind-bending experience guaranteed to make your brain do somersaults. The characters, especially Jesse, evolve beautifully, embodying the struggles we face against institutional madness, all while using superpowers that make us wonder why we ever bothered with mundane tasks. With a compelling narrative that ties into the Remedy Connected Universe-a wink to their previous title Alan Wake-it's an adventure filled with lore, deep characterization, and dazzling visuals. So grab your PS5, tighten your shoelaces, and prepare for a power trip that's anything but ordinary. Rating? A solid 9/10. Worth every telekinetic toss!

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