Remedy Entertainment has provided a comprehensive recap of the narrative events from the original Control, offering players a chance to refresh their memory before the launch of the upcoming expansion, 'The Final Season' which includes the new experience 'Resonant'. This summary aims to prepare players by detailing the key plot points and character arcs from the initial game.
The story of Control centers on Jesse Faden, who arrives at the Oldest House, the Federal Bureau of Control's (FBC) headquarters, in search of answers about her past and her brother. She soon finds herself appointed as the new Director after the previous Director, Zachariah Trench, seemingly commits suicide. The Oldest House is a mysterious, ever-shifting structure located in New York City, which acts as a threshold to other dimensions and is the site of numerous paranormal phenomena.
Jesse quickly learns about the Hiss, a malevolent, otherworldly force that has invaded the Oldest House, possessing many FBC employees and turning them against the Bureau. Her primary goal becomes to understand and combat the Hiss, while simultaneously uncovering the FBC's secrets and her own connection to them. Along the way, she encounters a variety of characters, including FBC employees like Head of Operations Darling, security chief Marcus Carver, and former FBC therapist Dr. Casper Darling. She also learns about the Objects of Power (OoPs), artifacts imbued with paranormal abilities that the FBC studies and contains.
As Jesse progresses, she discovers that the Hiss is not merely an invading force but a psychic entity that feeds on consciousness and influences those it corrupts. Her own innate abilities, which allow her to resist Hiss control and wield supernatural powers, make her a crucial figure in the fight against it. The narrative delves into the FBC's clandestine research into parapsychology, dimensional exploration, and the containment of dangerous entities and artifacts.
The game's climax involves Jesse confronting the Hiss directly and eventually cleansing the Oldest House of its influence. She assumes her role as Director, embracing the responsibilities and the ongoing mysteries of the FBC. The story of Control is known for its complex lore, unique setting, and a narrative rich with proper nouns and esoteric concepts, making a recap particularly useful for those returning to the world or experiencing it for the first time.