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Life Is Strange

Life Is Strange is a graphic adventure video game series published by Square Enix, beginning with the first game released in 2015.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Life Is Strange is a narrative adventure game series published by Square Enix, known for its episodic, choice-driven storytelling and supernatural elements. The franchise began in 2015 with the original game set in the fictional town of Arcadia Bay, Oregon.

What it is

Life Is Strange is a graphic adventure series that focuses on character-driven stories with a supernatural twist, such as time manipulation. The original game follows Max Caulfield, who can rewind time, and Chloe Price, as they navigate personal and environmental consequences.

Key details

The series is published by Square Enix and was originally developed by Dontnod Entertainment. Later entries, including Before the Storm and True Colors, were developed by Deck Nine. The latest release as of the provided facts is Life Is Strange: Reunion on 26 March 2026.

Why it matters

The franchise is celebrated for its emotional storytelling, relatable characters, and exploration of social themes. It has grown into a long-running series with spin-offs and remasters, influencing the adventure game genre.

In short

  • Episodic, choice-driven adventure series with supernatural elements.
  • First game released in 2015 by Dontnod Entertainment and Square Enix.
  • Later games developed by Deck Nine, including the latest, Reunion (2026).
  • Known for emotional narratives and branching consequences.
Canadian angle

The series is available on major global platforms and has been distributed internationally, including in Canada, through Square Enix's releases and digital storefronts.

Quick questions

What is Life Is Strange?
It is a narrative adventure video game series published by Square Enix, beginning in 2015.
Who created the series?
The series began with Dontnod Entertainment, with later games also developed by Deck Nine.
What is the first game about?
The original game follows Max Caulfield, who discovers she can rewind time, and Chloe Price in Arcadia Bay.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_Strange
    Supports: Series overview, developers, publisher, release history, and franchise entries.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_Strange_(video_game)
    Supports: Original game's development, episodic release, platforms, and gameplay perspective.
  3. Square Enix — https://www.square-enix-games.com/en_EU/games/life-is-strange
    Supports: Official description of the series, time-rewind premise, and episodic structure.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_Strange:_Before_the_Storm
    Supports: Prequel entry and Deck Nine development.