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Life is Strange 2

Dontnod Entertainment · Sep 27, 2018

PC · PS4 · Xbox One · Switch

Mature

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The long awaited sequel to the award winning Life is Strange returns with a new 5-part narrative adventure from DONTNOD Entertainment Complete Season includes Episode 1 and the Episode 2-5 bundle. Episodes 2-5 available upon release.

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PC

Critic 7.7 (7 critics) · Gamer 8.4

7.9

PlayStation 4

Critic 7.5 (13 critics) · Gamer 8.8

7.9

Xbox One

Critic 7.3 (6 critics) · Gamer 7.7

7.4

Nintendo Switch

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Critic reviews

  • Gaming Trend

    Abdul Saad · Feb 16, 2023

    7.0
    Overall, Life is Strange 2 is an excellent game with solid storytelling, great character development, and impactful themes. While some of its execution and pacing make it far from my favorite entry in the series, and its quality on the Switch is far from the best, it’s still a game that provides a highly impactful experience.
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  • NintendoLife

    Ollie Reynolds · Jan 31, 2023

    7.0
    Life is Strange 2 is a worthy entry in the narrative series that improves upon the first game in meaningful ways with a story that's both thrilling and emotional. The gameplay hasn't changed much and we'd argue that some areas have a few too many objects to interact with, but the dialogue choices remain just as fun as ever.
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  • Noisy Pixel

    Nathan Mejia · Jan 31, 2023

    7.0
    The Switch version of Life is Strange 2 is not the best version of this adventure. However, this doesn’t make it a terrible choice. The experience is serviceable on both handheld and docked modes, and while the models lack graphically, as the game progresses, shadows and dirt make them look more natural.
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  • Gaming Bolt

    Pramath · Jan 20, 2020

    9.0
    I don’t know whether or not Life is Strange 2 is better than the first game, but I do think it’s bolder, more ambitious, and more important. I feel like it’s a game that has a lot to say, and it says it well, and that, no matter how uncomfortable it might make us, that makes it worth playing. The bond between the two brothers, that lies at the center of it all, surrounded by the turbulence of modern times? That’s the icing on top of an already gourmet cake.
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  • Game Revolution

    Michael Leri · Dec 23, 2019

    5.0
    Although the whole season is playable now and the release schedule won’t affect those just starting it, Life Is Strange 2’s various other complications don’t evaporate so easily. Clunky dialogue from a cast of inconsistent, cliché-ridden characters are present whenever you play it and often override the strength of its overall message and presentation. It results in a game with noble intent without the skills to fulfill its potential, showing that sometimes life isn’t strange, but disappointing.
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  • Adventure Gamers

    Emily Morganti · Dec 13, 2019

    9.0
    I will never have, or be, a brother—but now I have an idea of what that’s like. I’ve never had to make the wrenching, impossible decision to sacrifice my needs for a person in my care—except now I have. Life Is Strange 2 made me feel, deeply, and I’m grateful for that. Life Is Strange 2 explores a touching, special relationship between two brothers that will make your heart hurt in the best possible way.
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Gamer reviews

  • Jezreel Ian Manuel

    Jan 14, 2022 · PC

    8.0

    I got the bad ass and most satisfying ending!

    Since I was hooked on the first Life is Strange game, I also took the opportunity to play this game. Just like the first game, I was really hooked on its story. This time, less cringe and more compelling character development. DontNod Entertainment never fails to amaze me. I cry on the ending, to be honest. LIS3 Here I come! **VISUALS** _Artistry: 8/12_ _Technical Merit: 7/8_ **SOUND DESIGN** _Music: 12/12_ _Sound Effects & Vocals: 7/8_ **INTERACTION** _Control & Interface: 6/8_ _Player Agency: 8/8_ _Accessibility: 3/4_ **MECHANICS** _Feedback & Fun: 7/10_ _Depth: 5/5_ _Variety: 4/5_ **CHARACTER** _Narrative: 8/8_ _Heart: 5/6_ _Originality: 5/6_

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  • John Rausch

    Mar 31, 2021 · PS4

    7.9

    I really liked LIS2, but liked #1 better. #2 is full of emotions just like #1. I liked the story of Sean and Daniel and their road trip adventures. There are many twists and turns. They portray a pretty realistic brother relationship- especially at their ages. I did feel the story dragged on in different places. I often just wanted them to get to Mexico already. I felt #1 offered more choices overall, and it was a better paced story. There wasn’t a lot of extra downtime. But if you like LIS then you should play #2. It’s worth the ride with the Wolf brothers.

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