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CONTROL Resonant
Developer:Remedy Entertainment
Publisher:Remedy Entertainment
Platform:PS5
Genre:Action Adventure, Action RPG
Manhattan is collapsing under a paranatural threat, and Dylan Faden is humanity's unlikely defender. Explore a reality-warped city, unleash supernatural abilities, and master the shapeshifting Aberrant weapon in Remedy's surreal action-RPG sequel.
Main Story30 Hrs
Platinum45 Hrs
Difficulty4/10
Playthroughs1 Playthrough
Platinum1
Gold1
Silver16
Bronze32
Overview
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EARLY GAME Begin your journey through Manhattan by focusing on the three main questlines: Contain the Crisis, Search for Jesse, and Defeating Resonants. These objectives are interconnected, and progressing through Jesse's missions unlocks essential traversal abilities needed to explore new regions and advance the story. Your primary goal is to become familiar with combat, improve your Aberrant weapon, and unlock acce...
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Platinum
Trophy: Interdimensional Protector
Earn all other trophies.
Type: Platinum
How to Unlock
Earn all **49 other trophies** in CONTROL Resonant to unlock the Platinum. You'll need to complete the main story, defeat all six Resonants, finish the required side quests, collect specific items, and complete various combat and progression challenges. The Platinum can be earned in a single playthrough. Free roam remains available after the ending, allowing you to finish most outstanding objectives without starting a new game.
Tip
**Assist Mode does not disable trophies.** You can enable options such as Immortality and One-Hit Kills to make combat easier. Complete **Be What You Want to Be** during the karaoke quest and prioritize Langston's Altered Item quests before the ending to avoid potentially losing access to their objectives.
Missable
Trophy: Be What You Want to Be
Save everyone during karaoke.
Type: Bronze
Category: Missable
How to Unlock
**Save everyone during the karaoke sequence** in the side quest **The Party Won't Stop**. Travel to the southwest corner of the **West Incursion Zone** and investigate the music coming from an apartment building. Enter the party and interact with the karaoke machine. You must select all nine correct lyrics. Choosing an incorrect answer causes someone to die, preventing the trophy from unlocking during that attempt. Select these answers in order: 1. **Gasoline** — Right 2. **Stress** — Left 3. **So fleeting** — Right 4. **Too long** — Top 5. **Move** — Left 6. **Fear** — Bottom 7. **Everything** — Right 8. **Higher and higher** — Top 9. **Shout** — Right Successfully complete the sequence without losing anyone to unlock the trophy.
Tip
If you select an incorrect lyric, immediately open **Settings > Load Game** and reload your latest save before progressing further. The game retains earlier main-quest saves, but available recovery options can become limited. Consider duplicating your profile save beforehand to avoid repeating the quest.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nq7Wrww3vtk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=25&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Panopticon Intern
Contain Altered Items and help Langston.
Type: Silver
Category: Missable
How to Unlock
**Complete all six Altered Item side quests and help Langston contain the dangerous objects scattered throughout Manhattan.** The required quests are: - **Freeze Frame:** Locate and interact with 14 mysterious cameras. - **The Party Won't Stop:** Resolve the supernatural karaoke incident in the West Incursion Zone. - **The Complete Set:** Contain four rogue speakers and a subwoofer. - **A New Directive:** Investigate the mysterious caller and contain Fra Mauro. - **Into the Valley of Death:** Help Langston investigate Alfred and the creature threatening the Sinkhole. - **Panopticon Service Request:** Assist Langston with containing the World's Fair Radio. Complete all six questlines to unlock the trophy.
Tip
During **The Party Won't Stop**, you must select all nine correct karaoke lyrics to earn **Be What You Want to Be**. If you choose an incorrect answer, reload immediately before continuing the quest. For Freeze Frame, approach each camera from behind without being spotted, then collect the photograph it drops to identify the next location.
Warning
Players have reported that **Panopticon Service Request** can become unavailable after certain story progression, potentially preventing this trophy from unlocking. To minimize the risk, prioritize Langston's quests before completing the main story. Duplicate your profile save from the title screen before progressing into the final missions.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHyyVQ_TocA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=24&pp=iAQB
Collectible
Trophy: Form Over Function
Obtain 12 outfit items.
Type: Silver
Category: Collectible
How to Unlock
**Obtain 12 outfit items** during your playthrough. Outfit items are awarded through main story missions, side quests, Resonant encounters, and certain optional activities. Additional customization items can be purchased from Vendors as you increase their corresponding Zone Levels. You can also earn clothing and accessories by completing **SHÜM! arcade challenges**, which become available as you progress through Manhattan. You do not need to equip all 12 items simultaneously. Simply acquire 12 different outfit items to unlock the trophy.
Tip
This trophy should unlock naturally while completing the story, defeating all six Resonants, and finishing the side quests required for the Platinum. Avoid spending resources on unnecessary outfit purchases early in the game. If you're still missing items during cleanup, check Vendor inventories and unfinished SHÜM! challenges.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaiPw5Ydfcc&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=23&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Work-Life Balance
Complete all instances of the Sketchbook.
Type: Silver
Category: Collectible
How to Unlock
**Complete all 11 Dylan's Sketchbook locations** throughout Manhattan. These locations contain environmental puzzles that allow Dylan to create drawings. As you explore the seven zones, look for **question mark (?) icons** on your map, which appear when you approach a Sketchbook location. At each site, examine the surrounding objects and solve the puzzle, usually by moving or arranging nearby items into the correct positions. Once the scene is properly arranged, interact with it to complete Dylan's drawing. Repeat this process at all 11 locations to unlock the trophy.
Tip
You can complete the Sketchbook puzzles during post-story free roam. Explore each zone systematically and investigate nearby question marks to avoid unnecessary backtracking.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icUNHN0C5no&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=28&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Grind
Trophy: Astral Adept
Max-out any Aberrant Form.
Type: Bronze
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Fully upgrade any one Aberrant Weapon Form.** Travel to **The Gap** and interact with the large metal pillar to access your Primary and Secondary Weapon Form upgrades. Choose whichever Weapon Form you use most frequently and purchase all available upgrades for that form using materials collected from combat, containers, and quest rewards. You do not need to maximize every Weapon Form. Fully upgrading just one is enough to unlock Astral Adept.
Tip
Focus your resources on one preferred Weapon Form early rather than spreading them evenly across several weapons. Every upgrade also increases your overall Aberrant Strength, so this trophy contributes directly toward **Astral Potency**, which requires reaching Aberrant Strength 100.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z9uuWJ6Ko4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=32&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Astral Potency
Reach Aberrant Strength 100.
Type: Silver
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Reach Aberrant Strength 100** by purchasing upgrades for your Primary and Secondary Weapon Forms. Travel to **The Gap** and interact with the large metal pillar to access Aberrant upgrades. Each purchased weapon upgrade increases your overall Aberrant Strength. Focus on improving the Primary and Secondary Forms you use most frequently during the story. Fully upgrading your preferred weapons should bring you to approximately **Aberrant Strength 50**. Continue purchasing upgrades for additional Weapon Forms until your total reaches 100. Prioritize upgrades that provide larger Strength increases, such as +3 or +5, to make efficient use of your materials.
Tip
Upgrade materials come from defeating enemies, completing quests, opening containers, and defeating Resonants. If you're missing specific materials, check the **Vendors** in Manhattan's zones. Their inventories expand as you increase the corresponding Zone Levels. This trophy can be completed after the story during free roam, so there is no need to grind upgrades early.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHFy7YYy_HI&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=15&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Diligent Consultant
Complete 20 FBC Tasks.
Type: Bronze
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Complete 20 FBC Tasks** throughout Manhattan. Progress through the story until an FBC agent becomes available outside the **Field Office in Central**. Speak with him to unlock FBC Tasks, then accept assignments from the taskboards found in each of Manhattan's seven zones. These assignments include defeating Hiss enemies, rescuing FBC personnel, protecting cargo, scouting locations, and completing other short objectives. There are **42 FBC Tasks** available, so you only need to finish 20 of them. Additional tasks become accessible as you advance the story.
Tip
Complete FBC Tasks while exploring each zone for collectibles and side quests. They also contribute toward Zone Levels, helping you progress toward **Zone Warden** and **Field Control**. Any unfinished tasks can be completed during post-story free roam.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTz-0aC8O8g&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=22&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Field Control
Reach level 5 in every Zone.
Type: Bronze
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Reach Zone Level 5 in all seven Manhattan zones.** The required zones are: - Downtown - Central - Evacuation Zone - West Incursion Zone - The Park - Underpass - The Unknown Increase each zone's level by completing main missions, side quests, FBC Tasks, World Feats, and other regional activities. You can check your current Zone Levels through the map. Continue completing activities in any zone below Level 5 until all seven have reached the requirement.
Tip
**The Park and The Unknown** are particularly easy to overlook because some of their activities are optional or become accessible late in the story. Leveling up all seven zones also contributes toward **Zone Warden**, which requires unlocking 40 Zone Upgrades. Both trophies can be completed after the story.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P84-JdGmluk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=33&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Paranatural Artisan
Craft 30 Artifacts.
Type: Silver
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Craft 30 Artifacts** during your playthrough. Travel to **The Gap** and interact with the Artifact crafting station. Artifacts provide additional combat benefits and become available through story progression, side quests, and purchases from Vendors. Crafting requires materials obtained by defeating enemies, completing activities, and opening resource containers throughout Manhattan. You do not need to craft 30 unique Artifacts. **Crafting multiple copies of the same Artifact counts toward the trophy**, allowing you to focus on inexpensive options rather than unlocking every available Artifact. Continue crafting until your cumulative total reaches 30.
Tip
Prioritize useful Artifacts during the story, then craft cheaper duplicates for cleanup. If you're short on materials, purchase additional resources from Vendors or continue completing side activities. You can also use an earlier save or duplicated profile save to repeat crafting attempts if needed. This trophy can be completed after finishing the story.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAPfUWH3vAU&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=21&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Versatile Expert
Unlock 30 Talents.
Type: Silver
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Unlock 30 Talents** during your playthrough. Travel to **The Gap** by holding Down on the D-pad and interact with the small floating stone near the central monolith to access the Talent tree. Purchase any 30 Talents using materials earned from defeating enemies, completing main and side quests, and exploring Manhattan. You do not need to unlock a specific set of Talents, so prioritize abilities that complement your preferred combat style. This trophy should unlock naturally as you progress toward the Platinum, provided you regularly invest your collected resources.
Tip
Unlock useful combat Talents early, especially **Perfect Dodge** and **Dominance**, as these are needed for the Paranatural Agility and Intense Precision trophies. Leave less useful Talents until you have additional materials available.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdrnTdTv0Lg&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=16&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Zone Warden
Unlock 40 Zone Upgrades.
Type: Silver
Category: Grind
How to Unlock
**Unlock 40 Zone Upgrades** across Manhattan. CONTROL Resonant contains seven zones, each with 15 progression levels, providing a total of **105 possible Zone Upgrades**. You only need to unlock 40 of them. Increase Zone Levels by completing main quests, side quests, FBC Tasks, World Feats, and other activities within each region. Defeating enemies and Resonants also contributes toward regional progression. You can check each zone's current level through the map. As you explore Manhattan and complete the activities required for other trophies, you'll naturally unlock additional Zone Upgrades.
Tip
Focus on completing quests and side activities in each zone rather than grinding enemies. This also improves Vendor inventories, giving you access to more materials and Artifacts for other trophies. You'll need to reach **Level 5 in every zone** for Field Control, so working toward that trophy will also contribute significantly to Zone Warden.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psJlbc_Z9Z0&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=18&pp=iAQB
Combat
Trophy: Intense Precision
Keep Dominance active for 60 seconds.
Type: Bronze
Category: Combat
How to Unlock
**Keep the Dominance effect active continuously for 60 seconds.** Travel to **The Gap** and purchase the **Dominance** Talent from the Talent tree. Dominance activates after you Falter an enemy and perform a finisher using **L3**. A white status indicator appears on your screen and gradually depletes. Performing another finisher refreshes the effect. Continue chaining finishers without allowing Dominance to expire until you've maintained it for 60 consecutive seconds. The easiest method is to return to The Gap and use the training enemy, which respawns repeatedly.
Tip
Open **Assist Mode** and enable **One-Hit Falters**. Hit the training enemy once to stun it, perform an L3 finisher, and repeat as soon as it respawns. Watch the Dominance indicator carefully. If it expires before 60 seconds, you'll need to restart the sequence.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIIqdM5CncQ&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=36&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Paranatural Agility
Perform 3 Perfect Dodges in less than 6 seconds.
Type: Bronze
Category: Combat
How to Unlock
**Perform three Perfect Dodges within six seconds.** First, travel to **The Gap** and unlock the **Perfect Dodge** Talent from the Talent tree. During combat, press **Circle** just before an enemy attack connects. A successful Perfect Dodge briefly slows time and displays a blue indicator on the screen. You must perform three successful Perfect Dodges within a six-second window. Look for enemies with rapid or continuous attacks so you can trigger multiple dodges without waiting for separate encounters.
Tip
Open **Assist Mode** and increase the **Perfect Dodge Window to 400** to make the timing considerably easier. Flying enemies that fire sustained red laser beams are particularly useful because you can dodge through the same beam repeatedly to register three Perfect Dodges in quick succession.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wY7diouIk4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=37&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Psychic Domination
Command a Breaker enemy.
Type: Bronze
Category: Combat
How to Unlock
**Use the Command ability on a Breaker enemy.** First, defeat the optional **Unknown Resonant** to unlock Command. This ability allows Dylan to temporarily control enemies and make them fight alongside him. Next, locate a Breaker, a large Hiss enemy composed of smaller entities. The **Hiss Transporter**, which resembles a possessed bus, is one example. These enemies can be encountered in Central, including during certain World Events. Build up three Command charges by collecting the purple orbs dropped during combat. Once Command is ready, target the Breaker and press **Up on the D-pad** to take control of it. The trophy unlocks when you successfully command the Breaker.
Tip
Do not confuse Command charges with ordinary ability energy. Collecting purple orbs is the reliable way to build charges unless you've unlocked Talents that provide additional charge-generation methods.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5LqhJrtx5w&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=35&pp=iAQB
Misc
Trophy: Astral
Obtain 4 Power Upgrades.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Obtain four complete Power Upgrades** by collecting Power Upgrade components throughout Manhattan. Power Upgrade components are found inside special resource containers resembling large **metal crates**. Each container provides one-third of a Power Upgrade, meaning you must collect **12 components** to earn four complete upgrades. One of the most efficient methods is completing **Unsupervised Science**, which requires locating and completing six Testing Facilities across Manhattan. Each facility rewards a Power Upgrade component, providing six of the 12 needed. Find the remaining six components by exploring the open world and opening additional Power Upgrade containers.
Tip
Special resource containers appear on your map when you approach them. There are more Power Upgrade components available than required, so you do not need to open every container. Complete **Unsupervised Science** to make progress toward both Astral and **Threshold Researcher**.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldxR4PMw3cQ&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=19&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Astral Construction
Purchase an Aberrant Upgrade.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Purchase your first Aberrant Upgrade.** After obtaining the Aberrant weapon during the opening story sequence, travel to **The Gap** and interact with the large metal pillar. This station allows you to purchase upgrades for Dylan's Primary and Secondary Weapon Forms. Select any available upgrade and spend the required materials to unlock it. The trophy unlocks immediately after purchasing your first Aberrant Upgrade.
Tip
Prioritize upgrades for the Weapon Form you use most frequently. Each purchase increases your overall Aberrant Strength and improves your combat capabilities. These upgrades also contribute toward **Astral Adept**, which requires fully upgrading one Weapon Form, and **Astral Potency**, which requires reaching Aberrant Strength 100.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_mGobVN_M4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=48&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Backroom Espionage
Visit all the Secret Hideouts.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Discover and enter all six Secret Hideouts** scattered throughout Manhattan. These hidden areas are located inside certain shops and buildings across six zones. The **Underpass does not contain a Secret Hideout**. As you explore, watch for **question mark (?) icons** labeled as secrets on your map. Each location contains an environmental puzzle involving nearby objects. Examine the room carefully and interact with the required objects in the correct sequence to reveal a concealed doorway. Enter the newly opened passage to register the hideout. Repeat this process for all six Secret Hideouts to unlock the trophy.
Tip
Each Secret Hideout contains a **Health Upgrade component**, making these locations especially valuable for **Personal Development**. Completing all six hideouts provides half of the 12 components required to obtain four complete Health Upgrades. Prioritize these locations before searching for additional Health Upgrade containers.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQlRmv0bGvY&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=30&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Budding Analyst
Help Pope finish her research.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete the side quest Pope's Research** in The Unknown. This quest becomes available after progressing through **The Hedron Link** and reaching The Unknown during the main story. Your objective is to locate **eight research balloons** scattered throughout the floating islands. Each balloon carries a crate containing an antenna. Interact with the balloons to release their crates, collect the antennas, and place them into the correct red circular positions nearby. Successfully arranging the antennas activates a **Gravity Well**, allowing Dylan to travel between previously inaccessible islands. Repeat this process at all eight locations and complete Pope's Research to unlock the trophy.
Tip
Prioritize this quest when you first reach The Unknown. The Gravity Wells are essential for navigating the region and reaching several important objectives. Completing Pope's Research also provides the **Resonant Token**, required to equip a Combat Ability in the sixth slot for **Combat Rediness**.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOAmelL5yoo&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=27&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Budding Mycologist
Deal with the major Mold Incidents in Manhattan.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete all four major Mold-related side quests** throughout Manhattan. The required quests are: - **New Growth:** Investigate Dr. Underhill's research, locate the missing test subjects, and eliminate the threats connected to the experiments. - **Carbon Copy Part I:** Investigate the disappearance of Heidi's twin sister in The Park. - **Carbon Copy Part II:** Follow the investigation through the Field Hospital and the twins' apartment. - **Carbon Copy Part III:** Track Hannah through The Park, resolve the final confrontation, and report back to Heidi. Complete all four questlines to unlock the trophy. Finishing New Growth alone is not sufficient.
Tip
Some Carbon Copy quests only become available after completing earlier investigations or progressing through additional story content. If the next quest does not appear, continue exploring and check back with the relevant characters. All four quests can be completed during post-story free roam.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSKWq15BvJ4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=31&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Combat Rediness
Equip a Combat Ability in every slot.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Equip a Combat Ability in all six available slots.** Dylan has two sets of three Combat Ability slots, which you can switch between using Right on the D-pad. Defeating Resonants unlocks additional Combat Abilities. You'll need to defeat the Resonants in the **West Incursion Zone, Central, Underpass, The Park, and The Unknown** to obtain enough abilities for this trophy. You must also complete the side quest **Pope's Research** in The Unknown to obtain the **Resonant Token**, which unlocks the sixth Combat Ability slot. Once all six slots are available, travel to **The Gap**, interact with the Mural, and equip a Combat Ability in every slot.
Tip
The Park and Unknown Resonants are optional encounters, so make sure you defeat them while working toward **Graffiti Artist**. You can equip whichever abilities you prefer. The trophy only requires every slot to be occupied, not a particular combination.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXrFrkiAbPA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=20&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Core Competency
Obtain a Health Upgrade or Power Upgrade.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Obtain your first complete Health Upgrade or Power Upgrade.** Explore Manhattan and open special resource containers containing Health or Power Upgrade components. Each container provides one-third of an upgrade, so you must collect **three components of the same type** to complete one upgrade. Health components are found in large clown-like crates, while Power components come from metal crates. You can find these throughout the open world and during certain side quests. The trophy unlocks as soon as you complete your first Health or Power Upgrade.
Tip
The six Secret Hideouts reward Health Upgrade components, while the six Testing Facilities reward Power Upgrade components. Both activities contribute toward later trophies, making them efficient sources of early upgrades.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcUV9jcE61A&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=43&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Dog's Best Friend
Gain a furry friend.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Find the seven lost dogs throughout Manhattan and reunite each one with its favorite toy.** There is one dog in each of the game's seven zones. When you approach a dog's location, a **paw-print icon** appears on your map. Each dog is missing a small **blue dragon plush toy**, which can always be found nearby. Search the surrounding area, retrieve the toy, and return it to the dog. Repeat this process until you've helped all seven dogs. Once every dog has been reunited with its toy, travel to **The Gap** and interact with the dog there to unlock the trophy.
Tip
The blue dragon toys are usually close to their corresponding dogs, often near a large poster. You do not need to search other zones to retrieve them. Complete this objective while exploring Manhattan for other collectibles.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paq-LJdG2DE&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=29&pp=iAQB
Trophy: FBC Recruit
Complete an FBC Task.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete your first FBC Task.** Progress through the main story until an FBC agent becomes available outside the **Field Office in Central**. Speak with him to unlock access to FBC Tasks. After the introduction, interact with an FBC Taskboard and accept an available assignment. These are short missions that can involve defeating Hiss enemies, rescuing agents, protecting cargo, or investigating designated locations. Complete any one assignment to unlock the trophy.
Tip
FBC Taskboards are available throughout Manhattan's seven zones, with additional assignments becoming accessible as the story progresses. Continue completing these tasks toward **Diligent Consultant**, which requires finishing 20 FBC Tasks in total.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEqLAUNH9uA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=42&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Field Work
Reach level 3 in any Zone.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Reach Level 3 in any Manhattan zone.** Increase a zone's level by completing main story missions, side quests, World Feats, FBC Tasks, and other regional activities. You can check each zone's current level by opening the map and pressing **Square**. Focus on completing the available objectives in one region until its level reaches 3. This trophy should unlock naturally during early story progression, particularly while completing missions in Downtown or the Evacuation Zone.
Tip
There is no need to grind specifically for this trophy. Continue progressing through the main story and you'll reach Level 3 in at least one zone. Further zone progression contributes toward **Field Control**, which requires Level 5 in every zone, and **Zone Warden**, which requires 40 Zone Upgrades.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSCz3s8WFy0&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=44&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Finalization Protocol
Unlock a Combo Finisher.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Unlock your first Combo Finisher.** First, raise your **Aberrant Strength to at least 15** by purchasing upgrades for your Primary and Secondary Weapon Forms. Travel to **The Gap** by holding Down on the D-pad and interact with the large metal pillar used for Aberrant upgrades. Once you've reached Aberrant Strength 15, Combo Finishers become available for purchase. Select and unlock any Combo Finisher to earn the trophy.
Tip
Focus your early upgrade materials on the Weapon Forms you use most often. This makes reaching Aberrant Strength 15 easier while improving your combat effectiveness. Every purchased Weapon Form upgrade also contributes toward **Astral Potency**, which requires reaching Aberrant Strength 100.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGK8wVjJhwY&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=45&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Love to Deep Dive
Visit the Gap 3 times in less than 5 minutes.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Visit The Gap three times within five minutes.** The Gap is Dylan's central hub, where you can purchase Talents, upgrade Aberrant Weapon Forms, equip Combat Abilities, and craft Artifacts. Once you've unlocked access to The Gap, hold **Down on the D-pad** to travel there. Leave The Gap and immediately return using the same command. Repeat until you've entered The Gap three times within five minutes. The trophy unlocks after your third qualifying visit.
Tip
You do not need to purchase upgrades or interact with anything inside The Gap. Simply enter, exit, and re-enter until the trophy unlocks. This is one of the easiest trophies in the game and can be earned early in your playthrough.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQM_XHYy56E&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=38&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Out of Uniform
Equip an outfit item in every customization slot.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Equip an outfit item in every customization slot.** Find a wardrobe in Manhattan, such as the one inside the Oldest House in Downtown. Wardrobes are marked with a jacket icon on your map. Open the customization menu and equip an item in each available category, including clothing, hairstyle, facial hair, accessories, and body or face customization. Most customization items are earned through main missions, side quests, and Resonant encounters. If you're missing an accessory, check the Downtown Vendor for glasses. The trophy unlocks once every required customization slot has an item equipped.
Tip
You do not need to purchase expensive outfits. Use items you've already collected and buy only what is missing. This trophy pairs naturally with **Form Over Function**, which requires obtaining 12 outfit items.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UnzIBtigk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=40&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Paranatural Apprentice
Craft an Artifact.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Craft your first Artifact.** Progress through the opening missions until you gain access to **The Gap**, Dylan's central hub for upgrading abilities, weapons, and equipment. Find the Artifact crafting station and interact with it to view the available Artifacts. Craft any one Artifact using materials obtained from defeating enemies, opening resource containers, or completing quests. You do not need to craft a specific Artifact. The trophy unlocks immediately after successfully crafting your first one.
Tip
Choose an Artifact that complements your preferred combat style rather than spending materials unnecessarily. Every Artifact you craft also contributes toward **Paranatural Artisan**, which requires crafting 30 Artifacts in total.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v39gSJeBdX8&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=46&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Paranatural Craftsman
Equip 3 Artifacts.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Equip three Artifacts simultaneously.** Travel to **The Gap** and access your Artifact equipment slots. Artifacts provide additional combat benefits and can be obtained through main missions, side quests, Resonant encounters, and Vendors. Craft or acquire at least three Artifacts, then equip one in each of your three available Artifact slots. You do not need specific Artifacts or a particular combination. The trophy unlocks once all three slots are occupied.
Tip
Prioritize Artifacts that complement your preferred Weapon Forms and Combat Abilities. This trophy also contributes toward **Paranatural Artisan**, which requires crafting 30 Artifacts.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5gIP2hNvJA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=34&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Personal Development
Obtain 4 Health Upgrades.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Obtain four complete Health Upgrades** by collecting Health Upgrade components throughout Manhattan. Health Upgrade components are found inside special resource containers resembling large **clown or jack-in-the-box crates**. Each container provides one-third of a Health Upgrade, meaning you need **12 components** to earn four complete upgrades. One of the most efficient methods is completing the six **Secret Hideouts** required for Backroom Espionage. Each hideout provides a Health Upgrade component, giving you six of the 12 needed. Find the remaining six components by exploring the open world and opening additional Health Upgrade containers.
Tip
Special containers appear on your map when you approach their locations. There are more Health Upgrade components available than required, so you do not need to find every container. Prioritize Secret Hideouts to make progress toward **Personal Development** and **Backroom Espionage** simultaneously.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYRKPh0TKQw&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=17&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Promising Recruit
Unlock a Talent.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Unlock your first Talent.** Travel to **The Gap** and interact with the small floating stone near the central monolith to access Dylan's Talent tree. Select any available Talent and purchase it using the required resources. Talents provide additional combat abilities, passive improvements, and other useful benefits. The trophy unlocks as soon as you purchase your first Talent.
Tip
Consider unlocking **Perfect Dodge** or **Dominance** early. These Talents are required for **Paranatural Agility** and **Intense Precision**, respectively. Continue investing in the Talent tree throughout your playthrough to work toward **Versatile Expert**, which requires unlocking 30 Talents.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6myhnR6mhc&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=47&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: SHÜM!
Play a level in SHÜM!
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete one level in a SHÜM! arcade machine.** SHÜM! machines are optional arcade challenges found throughout Manhattan. They become available as you increase the level of their corresponding zones. Open your map and look for a **joystick icon** marking an available challenge. Travel to the location and interact with the arcade machine to begin a level. Challenges include combat encounters and platforming sequences. Successfully finish any one level to unlock the trophy. You must complete the level rather than simply entering the challenge and quitting.
Tip
Combat-based SHÜM! challenges are usually the easiest option because **Assist Mode** can simplify enemy encounters. If a machine is unavailable, continue completing quests and activities in that zone until you've reached its required level.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ruWCHMrNEk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=39&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Threshold Researcher
Deal with all the Thresholds in Manhattan.
Type: Silver
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete all three Threshold-related side quests** throughout Manhattan. The required quests are: - **Unsupervised Science:** Locate six underground Testing Facilities and complete their experiments. - **The Last Taxi:** Find all seven mysterious taxis, enter their altered environments, and solve the return sequences. - **Crossing the Threshold:** Investigate the Dig Site Threshold and complete its associated objectives. Testing Facilities are scattered across six zones, excluding the Underpass. Their entrances are typically underground, often accessible through sewers or nearby construction areas. Each zone contains one taxi. Entering a taxi transports Dylan into an altered environment where you'll need to interact with the correct taxis to return to Manhattan. Finish all three questlines to unlock the trophy.
Tip
Completing **Unsupervised Science** also rewards Power Upgrade components needed for **Astral**. You can finish these quests during post-story free roam, so consider waiting until you've unlocked the traversal abilities necessary to explore each zone efficiently.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVXEY3oGfIk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=26&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Up to the Task
Complete a World Feat.
Type: Bronze
Category: Misc
How to Unlock
**Complete any one World Feat** in Manhattan. World Feats are optional activities found throughout the game's seven zones. They appear as white activity icons on the map and involve short objectives such as clearing Hiss enemies or defending an area. Examples include **Hiss Hive**, **Hold the Line**, and **Suspended Extermination**. Travel to any available World Feat, follow its objectives, and complete the activity to unlock the trophy.
Tip
Some World Feats are required during normal story progression, so this trophy will likely unlock naturally. Completing additional World Feats also contributes toward Zone Levels, helping with **Field Control** and **Zone Warden**.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHUHMlB6WA4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=41&pp=iAQB
Story
Trophy: Artistic Liberation
Kill the Resonant in Downtown.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in Downtown**, known as the **Artist**. The Artist is the first major Resonant encountered during the main quest **Orientation**, shortly after Dylan leaves the Oldest House. The fight has two phases. Initially, the Artist attacks by sending rocks and cars across the arena. Stay mobile, dodge incoming objects, and attack whenever the boss leaves an opening. Avoid committing to long combinations because the Artist can knock you backward. During the second phase, the Artist raises platforms into the air. Climb these platforms and attack the weak point beneath its head to bring it down, then move in for additional damage. Repeat this process until the Artist is defeated.
Tip
This is a **mandatory story encounter** and cannot be missed. After the battle, you'll receive your first Combat Ability and make progress toward **Graffiti Artist**. The trophy unlocks after leaving The Gap.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RAxIsQjdbA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=14&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Assigned to Accept
Obtain Aberrant.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Obtain Aberrant**, Dylan's supernatural weapon, during the opening sequence. Shortly after awakening inside the Oldest House, Dylan discovers a strange metal object embedded in his chest. Follow the opening instructions and press **L1** when prompted to remove the object. You'll then be asked to select your starting Aberrant Weapon Form: - **Glaive:** A wide-reaching weapon capable of striking multiple enemies. - **Strike:** A fast weapon with a high critical-hit chance. - **Cleave:** A balanced weapon that deals additional damage when attacking enemies from behind. Select any Weapon Form to obtain Aberrant and unlock the trophy.
Tip
**Glaive** is a strong starting choice because its wide attack range makes dealing with groups of Hiss enemies easier. This trophy is automatically earned through story progression and cannot be missed.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BeR_j_mZcc&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=50&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Astral Reconfiguration
Kill the Resonant in the Underpass.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in the Underpass**, known as the **Physicist**. Progress through the story until you reach the Underpass, then locate **The Spire**. Use your abilities to climb the structure and collect three keys from the surrounding floating islands to unlock the boss arena. The Physicist has multiple phases. During the opening chase, avoid its attacks until an opportunity to strike appears. Later, dodge thrown debris, jump over sweeping attacks, and eliminate the smaller orbs it summons before they can reform into the boss. Continue attacking during each opening until the Physicist is defeated. The trophy unlocks after leaving **The Gap**.
Tip
Complete the relevant Jesse quests to unlock the traversal abilities needed to explore the Underpass. Defeating this Resonant also grants a choice between the **Spike** and **Astral Rebuke** Combat Abilities.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I46ky9BNTzA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=10&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Curtain Fall
Kill the Resonant in the West Incursion Zone.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in the West Incursion Zone**, known as the **Dancer**. Progress through the main story until you reach the West Incursion Zone. Complete Jesse's quest **The Incursion Fault** to unlock Gravity Shift, which lets you traverse the walls and cross the large gap leading to the theater. The Dancer has two phases. During the first, dodge her baton attacks, jumping strikes, and spinning combinations before counterattacking during openings. In the second phase, the arena darkens and the Dancer becomes more aggressive. Watch for red indicators showing where projectiles will land, avoid her aerial attacks, and keep moving to escape her powerful combinations. Defeat the Dancer to complete the encounter and unlock the trophy after leaving The Gap.
Tip
Gravity Shift is essential for reaching the theater. Defeating this Resonant also lets you choose between the **Push** and **Ground Slam** Combat Abilities.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odZZ1cqrYYg&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=13&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Enemy of My Enemy
Help with the CFD.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Help the CFD** during the main quest **Enemy of My Enemy**. To unlock this mission, complete **Power Lines** and **Into the Sinkhole**, then defeat the Resonants in Central and the West Incursion Zone. Once these objectives are complete, speak with **Pope at the Field Office** to begin the mission. Follow the objective marker to Arish at the CFD platform, where you'll need to defend the area against attacking Hiss enemies. After securing the platform, activate the switch and continue following the CFD through the remaining objectives. Complete the mission to unlock the trophy.
Tip
If Enemy of My Enemy isn't available, check your quest log for unfinished story missions or either of the two required Resonant encounters. All prerequisites are part of normal story progression.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sP8cdvHmKUM&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=7&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Graffiti Artist
Complete the Mural in the Gap.
Type: Gold
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Complete the Mural in the Gap** by defeating all six Resonants and the final boss, Hedron. Each Resonant is associated with a different Manhattan zone: - **Downtown:** The Artist - **West Incursion Zone:** The Dancer - **Central:** The Deserter - **The Park:** The Collective - **Underpass:** The Physicist - **The Unknown:** The Co-Director Some Resonants must be defeated to advance the main story, while others are optional. You'll need to locate and defeat all six before the Mural is considered complete. After defeating Hedron and every Resonant, return to the Gap if necessary to confirm your progress. The trophy unlocks when the final required boss has been defeated.
Tip
The Resonants in **The Park** and **The Unknown** are optional encounters that are easy to overlook. Defeat them before or after finishing the story to complete the Mural.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xdKPFMpMgA&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=2&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Honorable Discharge
Kill the Resonant in the Unknown.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in The Unknown**, known as the **Co-Director**. This optional boss becomes accessible late in the story after reaching The Unknown. Progress through **Pope's Research** to activate the Gravity Wells connecting the floating islands. Travel to the northern island marked **Field Office** and follow the objectives for **The Unknown Resonant**. Rescue the trapped soldiers, solve the environmental puzzles, and continue through the buildings until you reach the boss arena. The Co-Director has three phases and a **five-minute time limit**. Avoid its laser and spinning attacks, use the surrounding pillars to reach its elevated position, and maintain consistent damage before the timer expires. The trophy unlocks after defeating the boss and leaving **The Gap**.
Tip
This encounter awards the **Command** ability, which is required for **Psychic Domination**. Assist Mode can substantially reduce the difficulty of the timed fight. The Co-Director is optional for story progression but required for **Graffiti Artist** and the Platinum.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jI1NN_2Nbk&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=9&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Insidious Growth
Kill the Resonant in the Park.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in The Park**, known as the **Collective**. The Park is an optional region accessible through the checkpoint northeast of Central. Enter the large hole near the center of the area and interact with the unusual Mold to begin the Resonant quest. You'll then need to consume three additional Mold samples located in the **Pizzeria**, **Minimart**, and **Gym**. Defeat the enemies guarding each location, then return to the original Mold site to access the boss. During the fight, use **Gravity Shift** to reach the Collective's tentacles on the walls and ceiling. Destroy them to expose its weak point, then attack until the next phase begins. Avoid the spreading toxic Mold and repeat this process until the boss is defeated.
Tip
The Park Resonant is optional for story progression but required for **Graffiti Artist** and the Platinum. You can return after finishing the main story if you prefer to fight it with stronger upgrades.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf_q54serUQ&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=11&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Parautilitarian
Obtain your first Combat Ability.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Obtain your first Combat Ability** during the main quest **Orientation**. Progress through the opening story missions until you encounter and defeat the first Resonant in Downtown, known as the **Artist**. After defeating the boss, you'll be prompted to select your first Combat Ability from three options: - **Barrage:** Launches projectiles toward a targeted enemy. - **Shield:** Absorbs incoming damage using your available power. - **Volatile Anomaly:** Summons an ally that can be thrown and detonated to damage enemies. Choose any of the three abilities to unlock the trophy.
Tip
This is a mandatory story trophy and cannot be missed. **Barrage** is a useful offensive choice, while **Shield** provides additional protection. Your selection does not prevent you from completing the other Combat Ability trophies later in the game.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmYali6bt1U&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=49&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Repeating, Refracting
Kill the Hedron.
Type: Silver
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat Hedron**, the final boss of CONTROL Resonant. This encounter takes place during the main quest **Fight the Core** in The Unknown, after progressing through the final story objectives and severing the Hedron Links. The battle contains three phases. Rather than attacking Hedron directly throughout the fight, you'll primarily defeat waves of enemies to reduce its health. During the first two phases, avoid incoming projectiles and laser attacks while eliminating the enemies. When Hedron's health is depleted, approach the exposed energy source and perform the prompted finisher. The final phase introduces additional hazards, and **heavy enemies** become the primary targets needed to reduce Hedron's health. Complete the final finisher to end the encounter and unlock the trophy.
Tip
Stay mobile and prioritize the enemies that contribute to Hedron's health bar. Assist Mode can make this encounter considerably easier if you're struggling with its later phases.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DkkrsfmDAM&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=3&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Rescue Mission
Rescue Arish.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Rescue Arish** during the main quest **Evacuation Procedures**. Progress through the story until you're directed to the **Evacuation Zone**, southeast of Central. Your destination is the Evac Building, which is surrounded by a large red Hiss formation. Destroy the Hiss Orbs blocking the entrance, then fight your way through the building to locate Arish on the upper floors. After finding him, begin your escape. When the elevator becomes unusable, Arish provides a **Level 2 access key** that allows you to follow an alternative route out of the building. Successfully escape with Arish to complete the mission and unlock the trophy.
Tip
This is a mandatory story trophy and cannot be missed. The Evacuation Zone also contains optional activities and collectibles that you can revisit later once additional traversal abilities become available.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itC23_0v6z4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=8&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Sibling Reunion
Complete all Fault Rituals.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Complete all Fault Rituals** associated with Jesse's storyline. The Fault Rituals are supernatural traversal sequences that reveal more about Dylan and Jesse while unlocking abilities required for main-story progression. You'll encounter these rituals throughout the **Search for Jesse** questline, including: - **The Incursion Fault:** Located in the West Incursion Zone. Grants the Gravity Shift ability, allowing Dylan to traverse walls. - **The Subway Fault:** Located in the Evacuation Zone. Unlocks the Reach ability for interacting with grapple points. - **The Underpass Fault:** Follow Jesse's manifestations and complete the ritual's traversal puzzles. The final ritual occurs during **The House in Distress**. Return to the Oldest House, locate the Fault, and complete its sequence to unlock the trophy.
Tip
Prioritize Jesse's quests whenever story progression becomes blocked. The abilities gained through Fault Rituals are necessary for reaching certain locations, Resonants, and collectibles throughout Manhattan.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=engsRcxZjr4&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=6&pp=iAQB
Trophy: Stop it at the Source
Sever all the Hedron Links.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Sever all the Hedron Links** during the final stages of the main story. Progress through the **Contain the Crisis** questline until you reach **The Unknown** and begin the mission **Sever the Hedron Links**. You'll need to locate and sever the connections at the Patterned Evac Building and Patterned Field Office. Complete **Pope's Research** as you explore the region. This quest involves retrieving antennas from research balloons and placing them in the correct red circles to create Gravity Wells, which allow you to travel between the floating islands. At each Hedron Link, interact with the objective and defeat the enemies that appear. Sever both links to complete the mission and unlock the trophy.
Tip
The Unknown is difficult to navigate without its Gravity Wells. Prioritize Pope's Research whenever you encounter a blocked route, as completing it also contributes toward **Budding Analyst**.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twVIbJaaRE0&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=4&pp=iAQB
Trophy: The First Link
Sever the first Pattern Link.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Sever the first Pattern Link** during the main story. Progress through the **Protect the Dimension** questline until you receive **The Hedron Link**. Return to the Oldest House in Downtown and locate Pope, who needs your assistance. After rescuing Pope, travel to the **Main Test Chamber** and use your traversal abilities to reach the television connected to the Pattern Link. Interact with the television to enter the encounter and defeat the **Hedron Parallel**. Once the encounter is complete, return to the Oldest House lobby and report your findings to Pope. The trophy unlocks as part of this mandatory story objective.
Tip
You cannot permanently miss this trophy. If the mission appears to be unavailable, continue progressing through your other active main quests until the necessary story objectives become accessible.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdZ6uzDFQMI&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=5&pp=iAQB0gcJCSoMAYcqIYzv
Trophy: Thermal Termination
Kill the Resonant in Central.
Type: Bronze
Category: Story
How to Unlock
**Defeat the Resonant in Central**, known as the **Deserter**. Progress through Central until you can investigate the **Patterned Factory**. Use the interaction prompt on the Patterned Pipes along the factory's southern wall to begin the Resonant quest. Enter through the destructible rooftop door, then take the elevator down to the boss arena. The Deserter has three phases. Initially, avoid its sweeping lava attacks and strike from behind when possible. During the second phase, dodge explosive projectiles and melee attacks, then target the exposed weak point when the boss collapses. In the final phase, destroy the lava formations on the steam pipes to remove the environmental hazards. Continue attacking until the Deserter is defeated.
Tip
This is a **mandatory story encounter**. Defeating the Deserter unlocks a choice between the **Ignite** and **Inferno** Combat Abilities, along with an Artifact. The trophy is awarded after leaving The Gap.
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jjSiiY5dUo&list=PLAMyIeqVQjUw&index=12&pp=iAQB
CONTROL Resonant Trophy Roadmap
EARLY GAME
Begin your journey through Manhattan by focusing on the three main questlines: Contain the Crisis, Search for Jesse, and Defeating Resonants. These objectives are interconnected, and progressing through Jesse's missions unlocks essential traversal abilities needed to explore new regions and advance the story. Your primary goal is to become familiar with combat, improve your Aberrant weapon, and unlock access to all seven zones.
During the opening hours, experiment with your Primary and Secondary Weapon Forms, Combat Abilities, and Talents. Visit The Gap regularly to purchase upgrades, craft Artifacts, and improve your build. Early progression will naturally award trophies such as Assigned to Accept, Parautilitarian, Promising Recruit, Astral Construction, and Paranatural Apprentice.
Important: Be What You Want to Be is semi-missable. During the side quest The Party Won't Stop in the West Incursion Zone, you must select all nine correct karaoke lyrics to save everyone. Choosing an incorrect answer prevents the trophy from unlocking during that attempt. Reload immediately if you make a mistake, rather than continuing the quest.
Also prioritize completing Langston's Altered Item quests for Panopticon Intern as they become available. Players have reported that Panopticon Service Request can become inaccessible later in the game. Although this issue is not universal, completing these quests before the final story mission is the safest approach. Consider duplicating your profile save from the title screen before important quest decisions.
While exploring, open resource containers and collect Health and Power Upgrade components whenever possible. These contribute toward Personal Development and Astral, each requiring four complete upgrades. You can also enable Assist Mode if desired; its combat assistance options do not disable trophies.
MID GAME
Continue progressing through the main story while defeating the six Resonants found throughout Manhattan. Each Resonant awards its own trophy, and defeating all six is necessary for Graffiti Artist. Some encounters are required for story progression, while others are optional and may need to be located separately. Remember to visit The Gap after boss encounters to equip newly acquired Combat Abilities.
As you unlock additional zones, begin completing side quests and collectible-related objectives. For Work-Life Balance, complete all 11 Dylan's Sketchbook locations. For Dog's Best Friend, locate the missing dogs across Manhattan, return their blue dragon toys, and complete the final interaction in The Gap. You'll also need to discover six Secret Hideouts for Backroom Espionage.
Several longer questlines are required for the Platinum. Complete Pope's Research for Budding Analyst, the four major Mold-related quests for Budding Mycologist, and the Threshold investigations for Threshold Researcher. The latter requires completing Unsupervised Science, The Last Taxi, and Crossing the Threshold, including six Testing Facilities and seven taxis.
Begin accepting FBC Tasks from taskboards throughout the seven zones. You need to complete 20 for Diligent Consultant, and these tasks provide useful opportunities to earn materials and increase Zone Levels. Work toward Zone Warden by unlocking 40 Zone Upgrades, and gradually purchase Talents and Aberrant upgrades as resources become available.
Collectible cleanup becomes easier once you have unlocked the necessary traversal abilities, so avoid excessive backtracking through areas you cannot fully explore yet. You do not need to collect every Archive document or audio recording for the Platinum.
LATE GAME
Finish the main story by completing the remaining objectives in The Unknown, severing the Hedron Links, and defeating Hedron. This awards Stop it at the Source and Repeating, Refracting. Make sure you have also defeated every Resonant, including the optional encounters in The Park and The Unknown, to complete the Mural in The Gap and earn Graffiti Artist.
After the ending, free roam remains available, allowing you to finish outstanding side quests, collectibles, and upgrades. New Game+ is not required. Complete the remaining Altered Item investigations for Panopticon Intern if you have not already done so, including Freeze Frame, The Party Won't Stop, The Complete Set, A New Directive, Into the Valley of Death, and Panopticon Service Request. Be mindful of the previously mentioned quest availability reports and use an earlier save if necessary and available.
Focus on the larger progression trophies during this stage. Reach Aberrant Strength 100 for Astral Potency, unlock 30 Talents for Versatile Expert, and craft 30 Artifacts for Paranatural Artisan. You can craft multiple copies of the same Artifact rather than needing 30 unique ones. Materials can be obtained through combat, activities, containers, and vendors as their inventories improve.
For Combat Rediness, equip Combat Abilities in all six slots. Five additional ability unlocks come from Resonant encounters, while the sixth slot requires the Resonant Token from Pope's Research. Also finish collecting 12 outfit items for Form Over Function, and unlock a full set of customization options for Out of Uniform.
Work through the remaining Zone Levels, FBC Tasks, World Feats, and SHÜM arcade challenges. Most progression-related trophies should unlock naturally as you complete the activities required for the Platinum.
TROPHY CLEANUP AND EXTRA TIPS
With the story, bosses, and major side quests completed, review your remaining trophies and finish any combat challenges or collectible objectives that are still outstanding. Intense Precision requires keeping Dominance active for 60 seconds, which can be simplified by enabling One-Hit Falters in Assist Mode and repeatedly performing finishers against the training enemy in The Gap.
For Paranatural Agility, perform three Perfect Dodges within six seconds. Increasing the Perfect Dodge window through Assist Mode makes the timing easier. Psychic Domination requires commanding a Breaker enemy after acquiring the Command ability from the Unknown Resonant. Look for larger Hiss enemies in Central and gather the necessary Command charges before activating the ability.
Other straightforward cleanup trophies include Love to Deep Dive, which requires visiting The Gap three times in under five minutes, and SHÜM!, which requires completing one arcade level. Check that you have equipped three Artifacts, unlocked a Combo Finisher, completed at least one World Feat, and reached Zone Level 5 in every zone.
If you're missing Health or Power Upgrades, inspect unopened special resource crates marked on the map. Each complete upgrade requires three components, meaning you'll need 12 components of each type for the corresponding four-upgrade trophies. The six Secret Hideouts and six Testing Facilities provide particularly useful progress.
Platinum Tips: CONTROL Resonant can be completed in one playthrough, and difficulty settings do not affect trophies. Assist Mode can significantly reduce combat difficulty and completion time, but exploration, puzzle solving, and side-quest navigation still require attention. Expect approximately 40–50 hours without Assist Mode, or 30–40 hours with it enabled, depending on your pace.
Keep a backup profile save before potentially problematic side quests, complete karaoke correctly, and prioritize Langston's questline before the ending. Once all 49 other trophies are unlocked, Interdimensional Protector will unlock automatically, completing the Platinum. If you need help finding a particular collectible, solving a puzzle, or defeating a Resonant, use Ask Gami for targeted assistance.
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