Alan Wake 2’s latest story DLC, The Lake House, offers another thrilling chapter in the Remedy Connected Universe. However, tucked away within this spooky adventure lies a significant reveal: the first glimpse of the highly anticipated Control 2, a detail easily overlooked by players.
Remedy has intricately woven a shared narrative between Control and Alan Wake 2. Control initially hinted at Alan Wake’s fate through subtle easter eggs before fully reintroducing him in the AWE expansion. Conversely, Alan Wake 2 prominently features the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC), expanding upon its lore and operations.
Players anticipated Control’s presence in The Lake House DLC, released this week, but the extent of its integration remained a mystery. The DLC centers around Agent Estevez, introduced in Alan Wake 2 during an incident at a nearby FBC site. The Lake House delves into the events of this disaster, revealing a disturbing truth.
While avoiding major spoilers, an optional area within the DLC features an encounter with a character from Control. This interaction provides crucial insights into Control 2, accompanied by intriguing footage that fuels speculation.
(Spoilers for The Lake House DLC follow.)
Alan Wake 2 – The Lake House – Control 2 Teaser
Uncovering the Control 2 Teaser
To access the Control 2 teaser in The Lake House, players must explore every floor of the FBC facility using the elevator. Floor -4 is optional and easily missed if solely focusing on primary objectives. Reaching this floor triggers the teaser sequence. Players will encounter a familiar light cord within an office. Pulling it three times initiates a transition to the Oceanview Motel, followed by what appears to be the Oldest House, the primary setting from Control. Following the hallway leads to an encounter with Dylan Faden, the complex character from the original game.
Four Years Later and a World Outside
Time has evidently passed, as Dylan’s hair has grown longer. The brief conversation reveals key information: four years have elapsed since the events of Control, and the FBC headquarters has fallen silent during this period. However, something significant is happening outside. The subsequent teaser presents a series of fragmented images, including deserted city streets, Hiss floating in an alleyway, and a robed figure atop an inverted building.
The Future of the Remedy Connected Universe
Remedy has previously confirmed development on two Control projects, one likely being a direct sequel. This teaser not only provides a glimpse into Control 2 but also sets the stage for FBC: Firebreak, the cooperative PvE shooter scheduled for release next year.
