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What is Life is Strange: Before the Storm?
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is a three-part standalone adventure set three years before the first game in the BAFTA award-winning franchise. Players take on the role of sixteen-year-old Chloe Price, who forms an unlikely friendship with Rachel Amber, a popular girl destined for success. When Rachel learns a secret about her family that threatens to destroy her world, she finds strength in her newfound friendship with Chloe. Together, the girls confront their personal demons and work to overcome them.
The game is published by Square Enix, Feral Interactive (Mac), and Feral Interactive (Linux). Deck Nine developed the game, while Feral Interactive handled development for the Mac and Linux versions. Life is Strange: Before the Storm was released on August 31, 2017. It features a single-player experience with a choice and consequence driven narrative that leads to multiple endings depending on player decisions. The game also includes a 'Backtalk' mode where players can use Chloe's sharp wit to provoke or manipulate others.
The main story takes approximately 10 hours to complete, while the main story plus extras will take around 12 hours. Players looking to experience everything the game has to offer can expect to spend about 13 hours completing it. Life is Strange: Before the Storm falls into the action, mystery, and adventure genres.
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Life is Strange: Before the Storm is a three-part standalone adventure set three years before the first game in the BAFTA award-winning franchise. Players take on the role of sixteen-year-old Chloe Price, who forms an unlikely friendship with Rachel Amber, a popular girl destined for success. When Rachel learns a secret about her family that threatens to destroy her world, she finds strength in her newfound friendship with Chloe. Together, the girls confront their personal demons and work to overcome them.
The game is published by Square Enix, Feral Interactive (Mac), and Feral Interactive (Linux). Deck Nine developed the game, while Feral Interactive handled development for the Mac and Linux versions. Life is Strange: Before the Storm was released on August 31, 2017. It features a single-player experience with a choice and consequence driven narrative that leads to multiple endings depending on player decisions. The game also includes a 'Backtalk' mode where players can use Chloe's sharp wit to provoke or manipulate others.
The main story takes approximately 10 hours to complete, while the main story plus extras will take around 12 hours. Players looking to experience everything the game has to offer can expect to spend about 13 hours completing it. Life is Strange: Before the Storm falls into the action, mystery, and adventure genres.
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is a new three part standalone story adventure set three years before the events of the first game. This time play as Chloe Price, a rebel who forms an unlikely friendship with Rachel Amber in a dramatic new story in the BAFTA award winning franchise.
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- Release Date
8/31/2017
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Ratings
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
 OpenCritic | 80 / 100 |
 Metacritic | 77 / 100 |
 Steam | Very Positive 12,940 reviews |
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 Eurogamer | Recommended |
|---|---|
Game Informer | 8.3 / 10.0 |
GameSpot | 8 / 10 |
 PC Gamer | 70 / 100 |
Price History
| Price History Title | Price History Value |
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| Current Low | $11.33 |
| All-Time Low | $6.89 |
| MSRP | $16.99 |
| Active Offers | 11 stores |
| On Sale? | Yes - up to 33% |
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System Requirements
Windows
Windows
Mac
Mac
Linux
LinuxHow Long To Beat
| Mode | Hours |
|---|---|
| Main Story | 10 Hours |
| Main Story + Extra | 12 Hours |
| Completionist | 13 Hours |
Steam Stats
Steam Deck
Playable
Achievements
| Store | Total Achievements |
|---|---|
| Steam | 34 Total |
Mature
Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence, Use of Drugs and Alcohol
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Life is Strange: Before the Storm Critic Reviews and Review Scores
Eurogamer
Aoife Wilson
Recommended
Intelligent and enriching, this is a preview worth playing.
PC Gamer
Philippa Warr
70 / 100
A streamlined peep at the events which build up to Life is Strange. Emotionally satisfying, but sometimes clunky.
Game Informer
Kimberley Wallace
8.3 / 10.0
Between lighthearted and somber moments, Before the Storm shows the complexity of life and how our loved ones help us get by
GameSpot
Justin Clark
8 / 10
Before the Storm is an impactful prequel that accomplishes something very different than the original Life is Strange.
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Life is Strange: Before the Storm Buying and Gameplay FAQs
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How much does Life is Strange: Before the Storm cost?
Right now, you can buy Life is Strange: Before the Storm for as low as $11.33, depending on the store and platform.
Is Life is Strange: Before the Storm on sale right now?
Yes, Life is Strange: Before the Storm is currently on sale with up to 33% off at select stores.
How much is Life is Strange: Before the Storm on Steam?
On Steam, Life is Strange: Before the Storm is listed at $16.99 (MSRP $16.99).
What is the historical lowest price for Life is Strange: Before the Storm?
The lowest recorded price for Life is Strange: Before the Storm is $6.89, based on past sales and discounts.
Crossplay & Platforms FAQs
Is Life is Strange: Before the Storm available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is available on PC.
Gameplay FAQs
Is Life is Strange: Before the Storm single-player only?
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is primarily a single-player experience.
Game Stats FAQs
How long does it take to beat Life is Strange: Before the Storm?
The main story takes around 10 hours, while a completionist run averages 13 hours.
When did Life is Strange: Before the Storm release?
Life is Strange: Before the Storm launched on Thu Aug 31 2017.
How much free space do I need for Life is Strange: Before the Storm?
You'll need about 14 GB of free space to install and play.
What age rating is Life is Strange: Before the Storm?
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is rated M for Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence, and Use of Drugs and Alcohol.
DLC & Content FAQs
Does Life is Strange: Before the Storm have DLC?
Yes. Life is Strange: Before the Storm has at least 4 DLC. This includes Life is Strange: Before the Storm DLC - Deluxe Upgrade, Life is Strange: Before the Storm Episode 2, Life is Strange: Before the Storm Farewell, and Life is Strange: Before the Storm Episode 3.
Life is Strange: Before the Storm Patch Notes And Updates
Patch Notes - 15 September 2017
Sep 15, 2017
Controller Support has been improved.
View on Steam- Official Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers are now plug and play supported
- Official Xbox One wireless controller are already plug and play supported. Please update your drivers if you have any issues playing with an Xbox On...
Should you have technical difficulties.
Sep 1, 2017
Hey everyone!
We're now just over half a day past Steam Launch. The vast majority of players appear to be playing the game without any problems. However, as with every game launch, there are invariably certain issues causing problems for a small number of players trying to run the game. <...
View on SteamWe're now just over half a day past Steam Launch. The vast majority of players appear to be playing the game without any problems. However, as with every game launch, there are invariably certain issues causing problems for a small number of players trying to run the game. <...
Life is Strange: Before the Storm PC – Buying Guide, Reviews and Deal Summary
Life is Strange: Before the Storm was developed by Deck Nine, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Square Enix, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux), released on 2017-08-31. Life is Strange: Before the Storm is rated M by the ESRB for Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence, Use of Drugs and Alcohol.
Life is Strange: Before the Storm Review Scores and Player Reception
Life is Strange: Before the Storm has been rated 77/100 on Metacritic, 80/100 on OpenCritic and "Very Positive" on Steam. Use these scores alongside player feedback to decide if it's worth adding to your library at its current price.
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