Control Resonant composer on balancing story truth with creative contradiction

Composer Petri Alanko says his role for Control Resonant is to represent the game's story "in the most beautiful light possible," while acknowledging he sometimes contradicts on-screen events for creative effect. Alanko describes a musical score as "an emotional vessel" for the narrative, emphasizing it must stand alone without the game. He compares his work to supporting a soloist on stage, respecting both the story creator and the audience. He admits offering the story "in a different light" can be "really delicious," likening unexpected twists to a reminder of mortality. Control Resonant is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Series S, and PC.