Remedy CEO Aims to Maximize Alan Wake & Control’s Potential

Remedy Entertainment’s new chief executive, Jean‑Charles Gaudechon, has declared the studio a “one‑of‑a‑kind” creative powerhouse that must fully harness the potential of its cult classics, notably Alan Wake and Control.

In an interview with The Game Business, Gaudechon—formerly an executive at EA who managed the PC and mobile iterations of the FIFA series—stressed the importance of safeguarding Remedy’s unique creative vision.

He noted that Remedy enjoys genuine support from its fanbase, saying, “Even my announcement was something I loved, because people were protecting Remedy.” This comment alludes to past fan backlash over his experience with free‑to‑play, mobile, and live‑service projects.

Looking ahead, Gaudechon plans to concentrate on expanding Remedy’s existing catalogue, aiming to deepen the reach and impact of its beloved franchises.

Gaudechon expressed enthusiasm for the untapped potential of titles like Control and Alan Wake, noting that these franchises could reach far beyond their current fanbases if approached with a bolder vision.

He emphasized the need to rethink how the company nurtures its intellectual properties, asking, “How do we grow the community?” and highlighting that the partnership with Annapurna is designed to elevate the franchises and attract new audiences that have yet to discover them.

Under the terms of the new collaboration, Annapurna Pictures will co‑finance and co‑produce the forthcoming title Control Resonant as part of a strategic alliance with Remedy Entertainment, while also working together on television and film adaptations of the Alan Wake and Control universes.

Gaudechon reiterated that the current sales figures for Alan Wake and Control fall short of their true potential, stating that the first priority should be to maximize the value of the existing titles before expanding the lineup. He believes that cross‑media initiatives will be key to unlocking this growth.

Control Resonant is slated to hit the market in 2026, launching across a wide spectrum of platforms. Players will be able to experience the title on Windows PCs through both Steam and the Epic Games Store, while Mac users can download it via Steam or the Apple App Store. Console enthusiasts will also have access, with releases planned for the Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5.