Remedy Entertainment announced that their acclaimed action-adventure game, Control: Ultimate Edition, will be coming to iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro devices early in 2026. This announcement was made public via Remedy’s BlueSky social media account, describing the exciting new opportunity to enter the Oldest House on Apple’s mobile and augmented reality hardware as well as macOS.
What to Expect from the Apple Versions
The game will support traditional game controllers such as the DualSense and also offer touch-based control schemes to accommodate mobile users. Although it is currently unclear if the Vision Pro version will run as a native visionOS app or leverage iPadOS compatibility mode, the release aims to bring console-level visuals and the full Control experience to Apple’s ecosystem.
Control originally launched in 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC and later received an updated Ultimate Edition featuring the base game and all expansions including Foundation and AWE (Altered World Events). The game garnered praise for its supernatural storyline, striking environments, and telekinetic gameplay mechanics, with Jesse Faden battling the paranormal threat known as the Hiss inside the shifting labyrinth of the Oldest House.
Technical Considerations and Device Requirements
Given Control’s graphical intensity and advanced lighting effects such as ray tracing in the Ultimate Edition, it’s expected that iPhone and iPad models with M-series chips (likely iPhone Pro variants and iPad Pro) will be the primary targets for this port. These chips will allow the game to run smoothly while maintaining impressive visual fidelity. The Apple Vision Pro version may further leverage the device’s spatial computing features, possibly including gesture and hand tracking.
What This Means For Mobile Gaming
Though Control is now six years old, Remedy’s decision to bring the Ultimate Edition to iOS and Apple’s upcoming mixed-reality hardware signals growing confidence in the viability of high-end gaming on mobile platforms and AR headsets. Previous attempts at pushing AAA titles onto mobile devices have sometimes met with mixed results, especially when ports compromise quality or have limited control schemes.
This release will be an important test for high-fidelity, story-driven games aimed at touching both longtime Remedy fans and new audiences who prefer gaming on Apple’s versatile devices. The addition of gamepad support alongside touch controls ensures accessibility, while Apple Vision Pro integration may unlock fresh, immersive ways to experience Control’s eerie Age of the Bureau narrative.
What’s Next?
The exact release date within early 2026 remains unannounced, and Remedy has yet to detail whether any platform-exclusive features or content will accompany the Apple release. However, given the well-documented positive reception of Control on consoles and PC, anticipation is high for a faithful mobile and AR adaptation.
Control’s move to Apple devices follows the game’s successful macOS launch in early 2025 after unexpected delays. Remedy’s ongoing work on the sequel Control 2 suggests fans can look forward to continuing the story across multiple platforms in the coming years.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Control: Ultimate Edition release on iPhone and iPad?
Remedy Entertainment announced it will be available early in 2026, but no specific date has been confirmed yet.
What devices will Control support on Apple platforms?
The game targets iPhones and iPads with Apple’s M-series chips (likely recent Pro models), as well as the new Apple Vision Pro augmented reality headset.
Can I use touch controls or a gamepad?
Yes, both traditional gamepad controllers such as the DualSense and touch controls will be supported.
Will the Apple Vision Pro version be native?
Remedy hasn’t yet stated if it will be a native visionOS app or utilize iPadOS compatibility mode on Vision Pro.
What does Control: Ultimate Edition include?
The Ultimate Edition bundles the base game with all major expansions including Foundation and AWE (Altered World Events).
Taking Control on Apple
Remedy’s Control arriving on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro promises to bring thrilling supernatural adventure to handheld and augmented reality devices, expanding the reach of one of the most acclaimed action games of the last decade. Whether you’re battling the Hiss in the palm of your hand or immersing yourself inside the Oldest House as it warps reality around you, Control’s Apple debut is shaping up to be a major moment for mobile and AR gaming in 2026.