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Japanese Lantern Guide: A Matter of Time Mission in Control Game

Looking to complete the “A Matter of Time” mission and contain the Japanese Lantern Altered Item in the Control game? This guide will help you traverse the Containment Sector, solve the motel puzzle, and escort the medic to finish this crucial task. Use this step-by-step walkthrough to easily locate the Japanese Lantern and progress through Langston’s Runaways Mission.

To unlock the “A Matter of Time” mission, head to the Containment Sector and locate Horowitz. You’ll find him near one of the shelters in the Logistics section of the map. Once you speak with Horowitz, he’ll assign you the mission and you’ll gain access to the Oceanview Motel via the cord next to him.

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The Oceanview Motel puzzle is essential for progressing the mission. To move forward, follow these steps:

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    Pull the Cord
    Interact with the cord beside Horowitz and pull it three times. This will transport you to the Oceanview Motel.
  • 2
    Solve the Clock Puzzle
    – Enter the reception area and notice the clock displays 3:20. Ring the bell, then go to the open room nearby.
    – Adjust the clock in the open room to match 3:20. If done correctly, the clock will chime.
    – Ring the bell again. The reception clock now displays 5:40. Repeat the process by adjusting the clock in the second open room to 5:40.
    – Finally, set the clock in the third open room to 8:25. This will unlock the Black Triangle room key at the reception.
  • 3
    Retrieve the Key
    Collect the key from the reception desk and unlock the Black Triangle door in the motel.
  • 4
    Return to the Cord
    Pull the cord three more times to exit the motel. You’ll now find yourself in the southeast corner of the map, near your next objective.

After traversing the motel, you’ll need to cleanse a checkpoint to progress. Inside this area, you’ll find a medic on the upper floor. Escort the medic as you move through the following sections:

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    Climb the Clocks
    Go up the massive pile of clocks until you reach a closed gate. Open the gate from the other side to allow the medic through.
  • 2
    Fight in the Sealed Threshold Hall
    Enter the Sealed Threshold Hall and prepare for a combat encounter. The Japanese Lantern Altered Item is located in this room.
  • 3
    Escort the Medic Back
    After clearing the room, take the medic to the next checkpoint located above the Turntable. Follow the path down back to Logistics.

At this point, you’ll encounter Horowitz, who has unfortunately been taken over by the Hiss. Defeat him and speak to the medic to finish the “A Matter of Time” mission.

Now that the mission is complete, you’ll have access to the Japanese Lantern in the Sealed Threshold Hall. Return to the room, approach the item, and contain it to finish this part of Langston’s Runaways Mission.

The Japanese Lantern is one of several Altered Items Jesse must retrieve during Langston’s Runaways Mission in the Control game. This task is pivotal as it not only progresses Jesse’s story but also ties into the larger mission of reclaiming the Federal Bureau of Control from the Hiss.

By completing the “A Matter of Time” mission, you also unlock the ability to use the motel cord for fast travel, adding convenience for future exploration in the game.


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CONTROL
Release: August 27, 2019
Developer: Remedy Entertainment
Publisher: 505 Games
Official Website: https://www.remedygames.com/games/control