Control Resonant composer used Dylan's 'involuntary hero' backstory and his 'dysfunctional' relationship with Hedron to inform him of the soundtrack, which offered 'a whole dimension' for the score

Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko shared insights into the musical development of the game. Alanko explained how he utilized the significant relationship between protagonist Dylan and antagonist Hedron to inform the soundtrack. Both characters served as a powerful source of inspiration for his writing. Alanko noted that Dylan's involuntary hero status, or anti-hero qualities, provided ample material for the score.

He described Dylan's transformation from a soulless being to one willing to sacrifice himself for his sister as a compelling story arc. The composer further elaborated on how the relationship between Dylan and Hedron, described as dysfunctional yet human, added depth and emotion to the game's original setting. Alanko outlined his approach to conveying Dylan's emotional journey through music, using terms like rough, gut-wrenching, human, yet inhuman, and organic.

Hedron, on the other hand, was characterized by strangely familiar yet frightening sounds, clangorous, structured and sequenced, and mathematical and procedural elements. Alanko emphasized the importance of creating a distinct musical identity for each character, drawing inspiration from the circular shapes that seemed to represent Hedron.

He also touched upon the broader musical landscape within the Remedy-verse, stating that there is always a lurking sense of evil at the core of these games.