In the original , the story follows Alex Mercer , who wakes up on an autopsy table in a Gentek facility with no memory of his past. He soon discovers he has gained terrifying shapeshifting abilities, including superhuman strength and the power to "consume" others to absorb their memories and physical forms. The Core Conflict
: A ruthless special forces unit dedicated to containing biological threats through any means necessary. In the original , the story follows Alex
As Alex hunts for the truth behind his existence, he navigates a Manhattan overrun by a viral outbreak and two primary factions: As Alex hunts for the truth behind his
: Alex eventually learns he was a Gentek researcher who stole a vial of the virus as "insurance". When cornered by Blackwatch at Penn Station, he smashed the vial, releasing the virus and dying in the process. Major Story Beats
: Victims of the Blacklight virus who have mutated into violent monsters. Major Story Beats