Reviewers Liked
- A powerful narrative that feels distinct from Life is Strange (2015)
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Some clunky dialogue throughout
Life is Strange: Before the Storm - Episode 1: Awake
Life is Strange: Before the Storm shows a lot of promise in its first few hours despite the same weaknesses in its script as the original Life is Strange series. The new talk-back mechanic fits Chloe’s character well, challenging you to roleplay as an angsty teen to get the best results. Everything is pointing towards a heartbreaking story with interesting characters, but the lack of finesse behind how it’s delivered and potential absence of impact from player choice give me some reservations.
-- As reviewed by IGN
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