CONTROL Resonant Characters & Cast

Spoiler-Light Overview Updated Oct 31, 2026

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CONTROL Resonant expands the Remedy Connected Universe with a returning cast and compelling new FBC field operatives as paranatural resonance tears through Manhattan. The central cast features Sean Durrie as playable lead Dylan Faden, Courtney Hope returning as Jesse Faden, and Zoe De Vera as Dylan’s tactical FBC handler. Legendary janitor Ahti also makes cameo appearances during key memory sequences and the epilogue.

Remedy Universe Connections CONTROL Resonant takes place seven years after the events of Control (2019). While Jesse Faden was the primary hero of the Oldest House, Resonant flips the narrative focus to her brother Dylan as he navigates the corrupted streets of New York City.

Dylan Faden — Lead Protagonist (Voiced by Sean Durrie)

After spent years in containment within the Oldest House following Hiss corruption, Dylan Faden emerges in CONTROL Resonant as a fully playable protagonist. Wielding the paranatural weapon known as the Aberrant, Dylan fights through warped Manhattan sectors to track down his sister Jesse and contain reality-bending Faults.

  • Combat Profile: Melee strikes, stance switching between weapon forms (Crush, Extend, Drill), and paranatural abilities harvested from Resonant Bosses.
  • Voice & Performance: Sean Durrie delivers Dylan’s complex emotional arc—balancing past Hiss trauma with a desperate drive to protect humanity.
  • Build Guides: Check out our Beginner Build Guide and Talents & Respec System to optimize Dylan’s kit.

Jesse Faden — Director of the FBC (Voiced by Courtney Hope)

Jesse Faden, the protagonist of 2019’s Control, serves as the narrative catalyst in Resonant. As the Director of the Federal Bureau of Control, Jesse disappears into deep paranatural rifts known as Faults during the Manhattan crisis. Finding Jesse is Dylan’s primary objective across the main questline.

  • Role in Resonant: Jesse appears in story cutscenes, memory echoes inside Fault Zones (Incursion, Subway, Underpass), and pivotal late-game acts.
  • Voice & Performance: Courtney Hope reprises her award-winning role, bringing fierce authority and warmth to the Faden sibling dynamic.
  • Ending Details: For end-game narrative breakdowns, visit our spoiler-marked Ending Explained Guide.

Zoe De Vera — FBC Tactical Handler

Zoe De Vera is a standout new character in CONTROL Resonant. Serving as Dylan’s tactical field handler, Zoe coordinates operations from mobile FBC safehouses scattered across Manhattan. She provides mission intelligence, zone briefs, and background lore while sharing her love for analog cassette culture.

  • Gameplay Function: Radio briefings, handing out FBC Tasks, and managing zone logistics.
  • Mixtape Culture: Zoe is the curator behind the game’s official EP, featured in our Zoe’s Mixtape Guide.
  • Detailed Briefings: Learn more about her background in Zoe’s Briefing.

Ahti the Janitor — Paranatural Enigma

The beloved Oldest House janitor returns in CONTROL Resonant, though in a focused narrative capacity rather than as an open-world vendor. Ahti appears during the atmospheric black-and-white flashback sequence titled Rebuild and leaves a collectible postcard in the epilogue.

  • Where to Find Him: Humming near a yellow mobile lab during memory interludes.
  • Full Location Details: Read our dedicated guide on Is Ahti in CONTROL Resonant?.

Key Factions & Paranatural Threats

As you explore Manhattan, you will encounter multiple factions vying for control over the altered urban landscape:

  1. The Federal Bureau of Control (FBC): The clandestine government agency tasked with investigating and containing Altered Items, Objects of Power, and paranatural phenomena. Led in the field by field officers like Zoe De Vera and Agent Arish.
  2. The Hiss: The resonant, reality-corrupting chant force that invaded the Oldest House. In Resonant, Hiss forces spill into Manhattan streets, corrupting citizens and tactical personnel.
  3. The Mold & New Resonance Threats: Spores and fungal infestations spreading through underground transit tunnels and parks, creating altered boss entities like Mold Hannah in Carbon Copy.

FAQ

Who plays Dylan Faden in CONTROL Resonant?
Sean Durrie provides the voice and motion capture for Dylan Faden.

Is Courtney Hope in CONTROL Resonant?
Yes, Courtney Hope returns to voice Jesse Faden, Director of the Federal Bureau of Control.

Can you play as Jesse in CONTROL Resonant?
Dylan Faden is the main playable protagonist throughout the campaign, while Jesse acts as a central story figure and goal.

Do I need to play Control (2019) before Resonant?
While Resonant includes a standalone storyline, playing the original game provides deep background on the FBC, the Hiss, and the Faden siblings. See our breakdown: Should I play Control first?.

Related guides: Beginner Guide · Manhattan Zones · All Quests List

Who to follow when: narrative routing for players

CONTROL Resonant spreads its cast across radio comms, Fault memories, and field NPCs. Use this decision map so you know which character signals which gameplay system—without spoiling late acts.

Dylan vs Jesse: expectation management

Dylan Faden is the only sustained playable perspective. Jesse functions as mission gravity: her disappearance drives Fault dives like Incursion and payoffs in Ending Explained. If you arrive from 2019’s Control expecting Director powers, reframe around Dylan’s Aberrant melee loop—start with Beginner Build and Combat guide instead of hunting Jesse-only abilities.

Zoe as your logistics router

Zoe De Vera is the UI voice for side content. When Zoe calls about Altered Items (A New Directive, Fred) or zone escalations, treat it as a priority ping for trophy or crafting routes. Missed radio lines still appear in the quest log, but sequential Zoe briefings unlock FBC paperwork tracked on FBC Tasks.

Supporting cast & where they hide systems

  • Ahti: Short-form lore and RCU nostalgia—route through Rebuild and Ahti guide during memory sequences, not mid-combat.
  • Langston / Panopticon staff: Gate Altered Item containment puzzles; pair with Panopticon Service Request.
  • Field agents (Fred, Matthews arcs): Choice-heavy side stories—see Matthews for consequence routing before you pick dialogue that locks rewards.

Common character-guide mistakes

  • Skipping RCU primer: New players confuse FBC rank names with mechanics. Read Beginner Guide and optionally Should I play Control first?
  • Chasing Jesse in free roam too early: Main-story gates still block deep Fault layers until Contain the Crisis milestones—use Where to go next instead of random exploration.
  • Ignoring voice-line collectibles: Cassette and briefing collectibles tie to Zoe’s arc—cross-check Zoe’s Briefing and Collectibles.

Sources & further reading

Developer: Remedy Entertainment · Official hub: control-resonant.com · Series context: Control (video game) · Walkthrough / trophy cross-checks: PowerPyx.