70
Anyone that enjoyed the original Life is Strange and opted not to give a chance to this sequel should reconsider right away. The story may not deliver the same impact or suspense, but this is a poignant narrative that many should find a degree of relatability to, with extremely likeable characters in the form of Sean and Daniel. With the full season discounted often and a new game on the horizon, this is a great time to journey south with the Diaz brothers.
70
Different from its predecessor, Life is Strange 2 brings more political themes to the table. Protagonist Sean’s little brother Daniel has supernatural powers, but is too young to distinguish between good and evil, and it is up to the player how you want to guide him. While interesting in theory, this results in a gameplay experience based almost entirely on making decisions, and supernatural elements are not put into use as cleverly as in the original Life is Strange. This makes Life is Strange 2 feel like it lacks focus, because most of its political themes are not fleshed out enough, and the ones that do work don’t really need supernatural elements in the first place.
90
This is put simply a beautiful poignant game that begs to be played. It is so thoughtful that anyone who does buy Life is Strange 2 is going to feel something when playing it. It is an experience that you will not soon forget after completion. I hope that you take that time like I did to fully go through and savour a game that is truly a joy to play.
9
Life is strange 2 is a memorable game, the story of two brothers trying to survive hits you hard, I think that the message of this game and how shows the reality of racism in United States will be relevant for many years from now on, It is a good game that everyone should play but personally the first one is better.
4
This game is held back by a few keys problems: Primarily, the on-the-road nature of it keeps you from getting to know the characters like you can in other games in the series. Second, the very relevant political message is delivered in a heavy handed way that doesn’t trust the audience. Third, the pacing is awful. It’s an 8 hour game stretched to 16-20, and the first two episodes are utterly devoid of anything to do. Finally, the plot is massively contrived. Everything that happens, every action taken by the characters, happens only to take the story where it needs to go and nothing makes sense in any other context. The characters are decently written until the writers need something bad to happen, then they become idiots as needed. The game had potential, but it has to many issues to recommend.
7
Everyone said that its story about racism didn’t make sense in 2018. Maybe it didn’t , but it’s scary relevant in 2026. Other than that the game isn’t really that special and the gameplay is kind of uninteresting.
Life is Strange 2
Released On:
Sep 26, 2018
Metascore
Generally Favorable
78
User score
Mixed or Average
6.9
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Generally Favorable
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Dec 9, 2019
100
Life is Strange 2 is one of the best stories in video games. It tackles a lot and handles all of it with grace. It’s emotional, evocative, heartwarming, and heartbreaking. Every choice you make matters not only to you, but also to those around you. The journey of the brothers Diaz is one you absolutely need to take.
Dec 16, 2019
90
Living in America as a kid with brown skin has never been harder, or more frightening, and the game is a harsh primer in that fact.
User score
Mixed or Average
6.9
57% Positive
660 Ratings
660 Ratings
23% Mixed
264 Ratings
264 Ratings
21% Negative
243 Ratings
243 Ratings
Jun 2, 2026
10
Its my fav part from the whole Life is strange franchise. I really liked the characters and the environment.
May 16, 2026
10
Life Is Strange, 2 et un super bon jeu la relation entre son frère n’est pas parfaite mais bien écrite. On a vraiment l’impression que nos choix ont de l’impact sur la fin de l’histoire. Les décors sont vraiment très jolis. Les musiques sont incroyables. Je recommande tellement ce jeu.
Dec 4, 2019
80
While the first Life is Strange was a fantastic story that I felt stumbled to the finish line, Life is Strange 2 feels the opposite. It started rough and gradually grew into a strong tale of sibling's rasing one another. How they go about raising one another is ultimately up to you.
Dec 8, 2019
76
Life is Strange 2 takes the familiar formula and delivers it on a grander scale while tackling difficult topics across the USA. If you're playing it for the story, you won't be disappointed but don't expect much from the gameplay.
Apr 10, 2020
70
Different from its predecessor, Life is Strange 2 brings more political themes to the table. Protagonist Sean’s little brother Daniel has supernatural powers, but is too young to distinguish between good and evil, and it is up to the player how you want to guide him. While interesting in theory, this results in a gameplay experience based almost entirely on making decisions, and supernatural elements are not put into use as cleverly as in the original Life is Strange. This makes Life is Strange 2 feel like it lacks focus, because most of its political themes are not fleshed out enough, and the ones that do work don’t really need supernatural elements in the first place.
Dec 23, 2019
50
A game with noble intent without the skills to fulfill its potential, showing that sometimes life isn’t strange, but disappointing.
Apr 30, 2026
10
Absurdo! Foge do padrão de seu icônico antecessor, mas de um jeito bom e diferente, sustentando uma narrativa independente, no mínimo tão emocionante quanto e, para mim, até o superando em alguns aspectos. Se no primeiro Life Is Strange eram exploradas temáticas profundas, aqui elas são elevadas a um novo patamar, com cenas emocional e politicamente carregadas de críticas sociais, consequências e responsabilidades. A dinâmica interessantíssima dos irmãos é cativante — não por serem heróis, mas justamente por serem falhos, enfrentando situações e tomando decisões que equilibram o moral e ético com o sobrevivencialista e justiceiro, impactando tanto na educação que escolhemos para Daniel quanto no estado mental e nas consequências judiciais de Sean. Início envolvente e final amargo, cada pequeno detalhe, conversa opcional, souvenir ou esboço no sketchbook traz vida e personalidade a uma identidade visual que varia do sereno ao tenso, destacando mais uma vez os diversos personagens interessantíssimos que acompanhamos e uma soundtrack imersivamente intensa, perfeita nos momentos mais importantes. Apenas jogue.
Jun 9, 2026
7
Everyone said that its story about racism didn’t make sense in 2018. Maybe it didn’t , but it’s scary relevant in 2026. Other than that the game isn’t really that special and the gameplay is kind of uninteresting.
May 15, 2026
7
Life is Strange 2 é facilmente o jogo mais maduro da franquia. Em vez de repetir a mesma fórmula do primeiro, ele tenta contar uma história mais pesada, mais pé no chão e emocionalmente mais sincera. Nem tudo funciona, mas a experiência no geral consegue ser bastante envolvente. O maior acerto está na relação entre Sean e Daniel. A dinâmica dos dois carrega o jogo inteiro, e vários dos melhores momentos vêm justamente da sensação de responsabilidade constante sobre o irmão mais novo. Diferente do primeiro jogo, aqui as escolhas parecem ter mais peso emocional, principalmente porque muitas delas influenciam diretamente a personalidade e o comportamento do Daniel. A direção continua excelente. As paisagens, a trilha sonora e o clima de estrada dão uma identidade muito forte para a jornada. Existe uma sensação constante de movimento e mudança, como se os personagens nunca realmente tivessem um lugar seguro no mundo. Isso ajuda bastante na imersão. Também gostei do fato do jogo abandonar um pouco aquela vibe “adolescente alternativo tumblr” exagerada do primeiro Life is Strange. Ainda existe um tom dramático e contemplativo, mas os diálogos parecem mais naturais na maior parte do tempo, e os conflitos soam mais humanos. Por outro lado, o ritmo pode ser inconsistente. Alguns episódios são muito fortes emocionalmente, enquanto outros parecem arrastados ou desconectados da trama principal. Como o elenco muda bastante ao longo da jornada, vários personagens secundários acabam sendo esquecíveis justamente por aparecerem pouco. Daniel também pode ser frustrante em alguns momentos. Faz sentido dentro da idade dele, mas isso não impede certas cenas de serem irritantes durante a campanha. Mesmo com esses problemas, Life is Strange 2 me parece um jogo mais seguro da própria identidade do que o primeiro. Talvez ele tenha menos momentos “icônicos”, mas em compensação entrega uma narrativa mais madura e emocionalmente consistente. Nota: 7/10
Jun 14, 2026
4
This game is held back by a few keys problems: Primarily, the on-the-road nature of it keeps you from getting to know the characters like you can in other games in the series. Second, the very relevant political message is delivered in a heavy handed way that doesn’t trust the audience. Third, the pacing is awful. It’s an 8 hour game stretched to 16-20, and the first two episodes are utterly devoid of anything to do. Finally, the plot is massively contrived. Everything that happens, every action taken by the characters, happens only to take the story where it needs to go and nothing makes sense in any other context. The characters are decently written until the writers need something bad to happen, then they become idiots as needed. The game had potential, but it has to many issues to recommend.
Nov 4, 2024
4
my least favorite life is strange game out of the bunch, couldn't even finish it. the episodes feel super sluggish and i got very bored at many points in the game, shouldn't have to wait hours for the game to magically get good. wasn't a fan and i think it missed the mark in comparison to the other games.
SummaryThe long awaited sequel to the award winning Life is Strange returns with a new 5-part narrative adventure from DONTNOD Entertainment.
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 4
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date:Sep 26, 2018
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