Epic Games Store is spreading festive cheer this holiday season by offering gamers a golden opportunity to dive into the world of the critically acclaimed action-adventure game, Control. As the 8th installment in their riveting Holiday Sale giveaway, Epic Games is presenting this AAA sensation free of charge, but there’s a catch—it’s available only for a limited window.
Since December 12, the Epic Games Store has been on a generous spree, gifting a myriad of highly rated titles. From the epic landscapes of Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria to the mysterious depths of Dredge, players have eagerly filled their digital libraries with diverse indie genres. Now, the spotlight turns to Control, a gem by Remedy Entertainment, revealed as the must-not-miss free game of December 25.
Control, which originally stunned audiences upon its 2019 release, has since accumulated numerous awards. The game masterfully blends an immersive storyline with stunning gameplay dynamics that are sure to enthrall both newcomers and seasoned players.
Yesterday’s intrigue-filled rumor mill sparked excitement, with hints pointing towards the release of a AAA title. Gamers speculated widely, with Sid Meier’s Civilization VI being a strong contender due to its religious themes, guessed by an accurate past predictor. However, Epic Games had a surprise in store, officially unveiling Control as the cherished holiday giveaway. Notably, this isn’t Control’s first appearance in Epic’s free lineup, having graced the platform previously in 2021.
In Control, players become Jesse Faden, navigating the enigmatic corridors of the Federal Bureau of Control—a covert government agency delving into supernatural occurrences. As players explore the twisted world tainted by the mysterious force known as the Hiss, they will encounter Remedy’s signature storytelling prowess alongside mesmerizing visuals.
To jump into this spellbinding adventure on PC, players will need at the very least an Intel Core i5-4690 or AMD FX-4350 processor, paired with 8 GB RAM, and a NVIDIA GTX 780 or AMD Radeon R9 280X GPU. For an even smoother gameplay experience, an Intel i5-7600K, 16 GB RAM, and a GTX 1660/1060 or AMD RX 580 are recommended, with the game demanding 42 GB of storage space.
Holding robust ratings with a Metacritic score of 82 and an OpenCritic score of 84, Control is celebrated for its dynamic combat system, which integrates telekinetic powers and a versatile weapon amidst its gripping plot.
But time is of the essence—gamers have until December 26 at 5PM CET to claim this offering. Simply log into your Epic Games Store account and secure Control while you can!
This holiday, make sure to seize the chance to immerse yourself in one of the most acclaimed action-adventure games of recent years, right from the comfort of your holiday festivities.
