Documents

Documents are a vital collectible type in Control Ultimate Edition, serving as the primary method for uncovering the rich lore, intricate backstory, and hidden secrets of The Oldest House and the Federal Bureau of Control. They provide context for the Hiss invasion and Jesse Faden's role.

Scattered throughout every sector of The Oldest House, these documents range from official Bureau memos and research reports to personal letters and employee logs. Reading them offers invaluable insights into the organization's operations, its encounters with paranormal phenomena, and the personal lives of its agents. They are not just flavor text; many documents contain clues that can lead to hidden areas, unlock side quests, or provide strategic advantages by revealing enemy weaknesses or environmental hazards.

Types of Documents:

Bureau Memos and Directives: Official communications detailing policies, investigations, and operational procedures.
Research and Development Reports: Scientific findings and analyses of paranormal objects and phenomena.
Employee Logs and Journals: Personal accounts from Bureau agents, offering a more intimate look at life within The Oldest House and the impact of the Hiss.
Case Files: Detailed reports on specific paranormal incidents or Objects of Power.
Training Manuals: Instructional documents that can sometimes offer tips or explain mechanics.

Where to Find Documents:

Desks and Tables: Often found lying on surfaces in offices, labs, and common areas.
Filing Cabinets: Frequently located within these storage units.
On the Floor: Sometimes dropped or left scattered in various locations.
Hidden Areas: Many documents are placed in secret rooms or behind destructible environments, rewarding thorough exploration.

Accessing and Reading Documents:

When you approach a document, an interaction prompt will appear. Pressing the corresponding button will pick it up and add it to your collection. You can access all collected documents at any Control Point by navigating to the 'Collectibles' menu. Here, you can read through them at your leisure, piecing together the narrative at your own pace.

Importance of Documents:

Lore and Storytelling: They are the primary vehicle for understanding the deep and complex narrative of Control.
Quest Triggers: Some documents directly initiate side quests or provide the necessary information to progress existing ones.
Strategic Information: They can reveal weaknesses of certain enemies, explain the nature of paranormal phenomena, or hint at hidden pathways.
Collectible Completion: Collecting all documents is often tied to achieving 100% completion for The Oldest House.

Make it a habit to always investigate any glowing document you see. The knowledge gained from these seemingly mundane items is crucial for understanding the world of Control and for surviving its many dangers.