Life is Strange: Before the Storm (2017)

Developer

Deck Nine, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux)

Publisher

Square Enix, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux)

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux

Genres

Action, Adventure

Rating

4.7 of 5, 37,806 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 13 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

A poignant, slow-burn walk through adolescent turmoil and budding friendship, heavy with melancholy and quiet everyday moments.

atmosphericemotionalcharacter-drivenbittersweetintrospectivechoice-driventeen dramamelancholic

What players say

Players love getting to know Chloe before Max returned, especially her bond with Rachel, though many find it less impactful than the first game. The soundtrack by Daughter is a highlight, and the ending is emotionally devastating for some. Replacements like the talkback mechanic are divisive.

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