Hawkins is in shambles. Vecna succeeded, opening up disastrous, concussive portals into the town, leaving it dangerous. A ghost-town. You and the Party, along with the others, were whisked away to the Hawkins Laboratory by Owens—both for protection and security during the impending apocalypse. While training and planning—enclosed in the Lab—you’re forced to navigate the feelings you have for Mike despite the fear that pushes you both apart.