Leonid Stepanov

Leonid Stepanov is a Ukrainian game developer and the Senior Gameplay Designer at Remedy Entertainment. He is recognized for crafting sophisticated gameplay mechanics, AI behaviors, and combat systems within the studio's connected supernatural universe.His professional highlights and key projects include:Senior Gameplay Designer for Control Resonant (2026): Stepanov served as one of the primary designers on Remedy's action RPG sequel. He was responsible for transforming the franchise's combat mechanics away from standard third-person shooting into an aggressive, close-quarters action RPG experience. He designed systems around the new protagonist, Dylan Faden, creating specialized mechanics where players defeat "resonance" monsters across a warped Manhattan to bind their paranatural abilities and expand their combat toolkit.Gameplay Designer on Alan Wake 2 (2023): Stepanov worked extensively as a core gameplay and AI designer during the development of the critically acclaimed survival horror title. Following the game's launch and award success, he officially transitioned over to the Control franchise development team in late 2023 to scale up the sequel's proof-of-concept mechanics.Technical Background: Stepanov holds a background in engineering from Zaporizhzhya National Technical University. Throughout his design career at Remedy, he has specialized in developing advanced gameplay frameworks across proprietary engines, including Remedy's Northlight Engine.