6th July 2026 Final Pre-Order Day for CONTROL Resonant Merchandise on iam8bit & Black Screen Records

Your Final Day Reminder! Last month, Remedy Entertainment revealed the first batch of CONTROL Resonant merchandise, available to pre-order through iam8bit and Black Screen Records. If you've been meaning to get your order in, make sure to do it as soon as possible, as the pre-order window ends today!

The range includes a t-shirt, hoodie, baseball cap, and mug, all with the FBC logo. For US addresses only, there is also an additional item: an "FBC contained sample mold mints". As the item is partly edible, it limits the region it can be sold in. We are very jealous of our US-based friends.

If you're based in Europe, we highly recommend checking out Black Screen Records for your order as you will save a lot in shipping. Items are set to be posted Q4 2026, just after the game is released on September 24th.

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CONTROL Resonant FBC Coffee Mug - $24.99

Whether you’re auditing expense reports or dealing with a rogue Altered Item, staying fueled is essential to surviving the job at the Federal Bureau of Control. During those long nights at the office, a trusty coffee mug can start to feel more like a stalwart companion. Heck, by the third cup, it might even start to look like your best friend. 

iam8bit and Remedy Entertainment are teaming up once again to bring you a line of incredible collectibles to celebrate CONTROL Resonant, and we just couldn’t resist paying tribute to Remedy’s longtime love affair with a hot cup of joe. This is the CONTROL Resonant: FBC Coffee Mug, a 12 oz premium black mug with a white Federal Bureau of Control Insignia adorning its matte-finished outer wall. 

It comes in lovely (and custom!) CONTROL Resonant packaging that’s so nice, you might be tempted to keep it boxed up on your shelf. We won’t stop you, but don’t forget: It’s ready and waiting for the beverage of your choice, too!

CONTROL Resonant FBC T-Shirt - $34.99

A great mission starts with looking good, feeling good, and being prepared. Incidentally, that’s the start of a great outfit, too. iam8bit and Remedy Entertainment know that better than anybody; we keep it fashionable, functional, and just a little bit funky. Here’s the proof. 

This is the CONTROL Resonant: FBC T-Shirt. Featuring a bold screen printed FBC logo on both the front and back of an ultra-comfy, preshrunk black t-shirt basic, it’s anything but standard issue. The mid weight 5.3 oz 100% cotton material is sure to keep you warm and snug during those long days (and longer nights) out in the field investigating paranatural phenomena. 

CONTROL Resonant FBC Mold Mints with Collectible Tin - $9.99

CONTROL Resonant introduces a number of new threats to Remedy Entertainment's imaginative universe, including the enigmatic and highly invasive micro-organism known simply as “the mold.”

Its sweet, intoxicating aroma invites humans to ingest it, at which point the substance works through their system and takes a firm hold. By then, it’s already too late: The mold has won. Sound appetizing? iam8bit thought so too. That’s why we worked with Remedy Entertainment to bring this cheeky bit of worldbuilding to the real world: The CONTROL Resonant: FBC Mold Mints! These delicious and refreshing mints are indeed edible, so ingest away, dear friend. 

Plus, they come in a commemorative collectible tin, designed as a nod to the fictional Federal Bureau of Control and their auspicious methods of evidence collection. The spacious tin, with its removable lid and compact design, is perfect for storing business cards, spare change, and even….other consumables. You’re creative. You’ll figure it out. 

CONTROL Resonant FBC Agent Hat - $32.99

Any FBC agent will tell you that protecting your head is an important part of the gig. But looking good while you do it — that’s what separates the good agents from the great ones. 

Never fear: iam8bit and Remedy Entertainment are here to level up your field equipment! This is the CONTROL Resonant FBC Agent Hat. Adorned with a woven FBC patch on the front panel, this sturdy adjustable snapback comes in an always-smart shade of government-issued black. It’s cosplay-ready and streetwear-approved, so it’s the perfect subtle signal to other agents (or CONTROL Resonant fans) you might encounter out in the wild. 

CONTROL Resonant FBC Hoodie - $59.99

You know in movies or TV shows or games when the stoic, deep-thinking federal agent needs to clear their head during a long, grueling investigation, so they go for a run wearing some kind of super-cool sweat-wear from their respective investigative government branch? iam8bit knows that scene. So does Remedy Entertainment. That’s why we teamed up to bring you a fashionable CONTROL-flavored variety of that same sweet sweat-wear. 

This is the CONTROL Resonant: FBC Hoodie. With a bold screen printed FBC logo on the front and back of an ultra-comfy, relaxed fit black basic pullover with kangaroo pocket, it’s anything but standard issue. The mid weight 9.4 oz fleece material is sure to keep you warm and snug during your ever-so-cinematic early-morning jogs. 

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4th July 2026 Future Press Addresses The Art & Making of Control Delay [Plus New Stock Available on Backorder)

Future Press has posted an update on their social media accounts addressing the delays to The Art and Making of Control.

With books arriving on doorsteps in North America over the past few weeks, questions were being asked about a UK and European release. In response, the publishers have issued an apology to those fans who have been waiting longer than previously expected and shared that those customers should receive their items in August. 

Future Press' Full Update:

"The response to the reprint of The Art and Making of Control has been much stronger than we anticipated, and we’re very sorry that some customers are currently waiting longer than expected. We are moving stock between regions and preparing additional copies to meet demand, which unfortunately takes a little time.

Please rest assured that your copy is reserved, and your order will be fulfilled. In some cases, delivery may take until early August, as some orders will need to wait until a final smaller reprint is ready to ship.

We’ve also seen copies appearing on resale platforms at heavily inflated prices. Please don’t feel pressured to pay those prices. This reprint was made for fans, and our goal is to make sure everyone who wants a copy can get one directly from us at the regular price.

Lastly, an unfortunate bug on our website temporarily prevented the book from being available in recent weeks. This has now been fixed, the book can be purchased again, and it’s not too late to place an order. Our promise to fulfil all orders also applies to orders placed today and over the coming weeks.

Thank you very much for your patience and support."

The reprint was announced back in April, as part of the publisher's twenty-fifth-anniversary celebrations. The news was a huge relief to fans, especially those who joined after the first release. The limited initial 2020 run quickly sold out, making the book a highly regarded collectable and, unfortunately, a target for scalpers. Originally sold at £49.99, the books have seen a hefty markup on second-hand marketplaces, with prices in the hundreds.

The Art & Making of Control is still available for purchase (backorder) via the Future Press website for £49.99. So far, they only ship to selected European countries and the US, but hopes to expand to more shipping regions in the future.

The collection spans an impressive 384 pages and measures 11" x 8.5", so it's a sizable beast! The hardback book is paired with an impressive textured slipcase and three art cards. The pages are bound with thread-sewn binding for maximum page view and durability, a huge plus for fellow bookreaders who don't crack the spine. Despite the high quality and page count, the book is much more affordable than similar art publications, at $59.99 / £ 49.99 / €54.99, depending on your territory, and you definitely get your money's worth. 

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27th June 2026 Tuska Forum To Feature "Art That Changes Reality with Remedy’s Sam Lake" [Updated with Livestream Recording!]

Later today, Creative Director Sam Lake will be taking to the stage at the Tuska Forum for a discussion on reality-twisting art with the Bleeding Metal Podcast. 

It's a big weekend for Helsinki, with heavy metal fans descending on Suvilahti in Sörnäinen for Tuska for the three-day event. An annual music festival, the occasion is a celebration of local artists and, of course, heavy metal. Alongside the main performances, there are various side events, including the delightfully nerdy Tuska Forum. Over the years, Remedy and Poets of the Fall have had a few talks on that stage, with that tradition continuing with Lake's appearance.

Listed as "Art That Changes Reality with Remedy’s Sam Lake", the conversation will kick off at 18:00 EEST. So make sure to get there early and grab a spot. At the moment, we're unsure if the talk will be recorded; in the past, they haven't been. However, if this one is the exception, we'll let you know!

Talk Description: Talk Both Kiki and Jussi welcome the creative force behind the Remedy Connected Universe, Sam Lake, to review how our lived reality has influenced the fictional stories he writes – and how the fantastic worlds he creates echo back into our own.

You will not want to miss this unreal session with insights into the decades of storytelling that drive Remedy’s signature blend of mystery, metafiction, and human darkness. We’ll explore why certain narratives resonate so deeply, and how there’s definitely some “Art that changes Reality”.

Check out the program listing on the Tuska website, HERE! 

[27/06/2026] Update: As a nice surprise, it looks like the Bleeding Metal Podcast is streaming their interviews this year! If you couldn't attend the show in person, you can catch Sam's conversation with Kiki and Jussi on their YouTube channel and below... 

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25th June 2026 PC Gaming Show 2026 Delves Deeper Into CONTROL Resonant

It's been a little while since our latest blog post. Unfortunately, our wonderful cat, Scratch, passed away suddenly soon after publishing our last piece of news. She was a chaotic ball of mischief who was always close by whenever I wrote for the site. Often planting her butt directly on the keyboard at the worst possible moments. She was with us for thirteen years, and I couldn't have asked for a better best friend. As you can imagine, getting back into the hobby, even one I feel passionately about, has been hard in her absence. But, let's try...

One of the news stories we missed earlier in the month was the PC Gaming Show. CONTROL Resonant would be a recurring star at this year's Summer Games Fest Week with trailers across PlayStation's State of Play and Summer Games Fest, each with a unique focus, but the PC Gaming Show had something a little extra. 

During their two-hour livestream on June 7th, they kicked off their CONTROL Resonant feature with a trailer exploring the hectic combat and shifting landscape, and paired it with a mini-documentary.

Throughout the exclusive five-minute sneak peek, we heard from several devs, including Mikael Karuinen (Creative Director), Elmeri Raitanen (Art Director), and Anne-Marie Grönroos (Lead Level Designer) who shared some new details about what will be awaiting Dylan.

Viewers were treated to glimpses at new locations from the upcoming adventure and introduced to a new threat called "The Patterning". Speaking to the camera, Raitanen describes this threat as a "strange otherworldly algorithm" which restructures and reorganises the world around them, creating unusual patterns. In the centre, there's the Resonants. 

The Patterning has had devastating impacts across Manhattan, creating vast labyrinthine mazes of the familiar streets. The slight disorientation you may feel as a player learning to navigate the new environment is intentional, "you can lose yourself," Kasurinen says. As Dylan, players are reacting to the immediacy of the situation and, through it, gradually build familiarity and comfort as they traverse the new world.

If the streets were putting up a fight, you can imagine how the enemies are. If you've been keeping up with the CONTROL Resonant news, you'll likely know that the game will have more variety of enemy types compared to its predecessor, but how do they fare in a fight against a new (somewhat angrier) protagonist? Raitanen describes the Dylan as "fighting dirty", he doesn't have the same restraint that his sister has, and with The Abberant it puts him closer to the action. While he also has some serious powers, fights and abilities take a toll on the character. 

You can check out the PC Gaming Show trailer and mini documentary below!

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