Remedy Partners With Annapurna to Adapt 'Alan Wake' and 'Control' Video Games

The recently announced collaboration between Annapurna and Remedy Entertainment will bring the acclaimed video game franchises "Alan Wake" and "Control" to film, television, and other audiovisual platforms. This partnership includes Annapurna co-producing and co-financing the anticipated video game sequel, "Control 2."

Remedy Entertainment CEO, Tero Virtala, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing Remedy's commitment to pioneering the video game industry. "Crafting industry-defining video games has garnered us global recognition, and we are thrilled to expand our beloved franchises through film and TV with a partner as passionate about immersive storytelling as Annapurna."

"Alan Wake," a sequel to the 2010 survival horror game, has been the fastest-selling game for Remedy and earned critical acclaim, including Game of the Year nomination at the 2023 Video Game Awards. "Control," an action-adventure set within the mysterious Federal Bureau of Control, also gained notable recognition and is interconnected with the "Alan Wake" universe.

Annapurna's President of Interactive and New Media, Hector Sanchez, emphasized the significance of this strategic collaboration, aiming to innovate how companies work together. He praised Remedy's development prowess and shared excitement about delivering these narratives to a broader audience beyond gaming.

Annapurna's CEO, Megan Ellison, highlighted the evolving nature of storytelling in today's media landscape, where audiences are more invested in characters and universes than specific formats. The company's goal is to leverage Remedy's beloved narratives and bring them to new life in film and television.

This partnership represents a momentous leap forward in merging the creative forces of both Annapurna and Remedy, promising to enrich the entertainment industry with imaginative adaptations of "Alan Wake" and "Control."