Life Is Strange 2

I know the second game has far fewer fans than the first, and I get why. It has a different pace, different characters. There’s less Twin Peaks and more real America. It gets a lot of criticism, but I want to praise it instead. Maybe even overlook some of its rough edges, because Life is Strange 2 is a unique experience I genuinely want to recommend to everyone.
The story doesn’t hold back. It starts in warmth, in the comfort of a loving family. But within minutes, everything falls apart. Safety becomes a memory, replaced by the road — long, dangerous, and filled with impossible choices. The emotional weight doesn’t build by episode — it builds by the second. At some point, you think: that’s it, this is rock bottom. And then the game hits harder.
This isn’t just a story about brothers, the road, or superpowers. It’s about humanity, about choices, and the cost of kindness. There are no perfect answers. There’s just you, your little brother, and a world that isn’t always willing to make space for you. And all you have is each other.
One of the game’s biggest strengths is its visual style. It’s rougher, less “cozy-vintage” than the first one. But that’s intentional. The scenery keeps shifting — forests, deserts, makeshift shelters, strangers’ homes. Everything’s constantly in motion, just like the characters. Sometimes it’s bleak, sometimes stunningly beautiful. In those landscapes, you can feel the loneliness, the running, but also life, raw and real.
The music? Pure love. Every song is carefully chosen and hits just right. You’ll want to play them on repeat. They wrap around the atmosphere perfectly, right when they need to.
The gameplay is quiet, unobtrusive — it lets you truly step into the role of an older brother who isn’t just surviving, but teaching someone else how to live. That’s the core of it: you’re not just choosing dialogue. You’re shaping a personality, a moral compass, a child’s response to a brutal world. And because of that, the consequences hit differently — they feel like your responsibility.
Life is Strange 2 isn’t a perfect game. It has its flaws — some episodes drag, some plot twists feel abrupt. But even so, it deserves love. If nothing else, because every ending leaves you with a lesson that matters.

Hot take but Life is Strange 2 is the best in the franchise, It has it's flaws such as side characters being non-existent but I think it helps to show that the brothers are on their own growing their bond. Story is a bit longer than what I wanted but it's very good, goofy at times. I highly suggest playing this game. (Can't wait for LiS4)

Life is Strange 2 is a tale of two brothers whose life is turned upside-down at the some point of their lives and they had to stay together to survive. You can be a good brother or a bad brother, you can be a friend to him or act like a parent. Your choices matter.
This game brings a lot of story with character development contents, great graphics and enjoyable soundtrack. You should play this, it's good. I don't know why some people that adored the first one are cold on this, but it's just as good.

Wow... just wow... The first game was one of the best story-driven games I've ever played (and I'm still strong on that point) but mannn this game was just something else. This is genuinely one of the best games that I have played EVER. It was just a roller coaster of emotions and I loved every bit of it. To see how fast somebody's life can change and how you can lose everything in just a blink of an eye made me realize that I shouldn't take things for granted. This game actually gave me a different perspective on life. It will for sure live on in my heart as one of the greatest games.

Life is Strange 2 | ★★★★☆
Sometimes, the people you meet along the way shape how you fondly remember and perceive the places you've been.
DONTNOD tells another compelling story, rich with beautiful scenery, captivating art, and lovely music. You will accompany a young wolf brothers on their journey as they navigate their way through west, lost and searching for shelter.
The game consists of episodes, each taking roughly 2-3 hours to complete, depending on how much you explore. It can be played as a standalone title, as it has little connection to the first game, aside from a few small tie-ins. I found the pacing a bit weaker here compare to the first, as the flow tends to reset at the start of each new episode.
Weirdly, I noticed that this game mirrors a lot of things from Beyond: Two Souls. The key difference is that this game has better control schematics, which I didn’t take for granted from the start.
Altogether, LIS2 is filled with cinematic landscape views that feel like an advertisement for the US tourism, Pair it with a bunch of choices that test the bond of your brotherhood through matter of better or worse.
P.S. The game is undeniably political, and I don't care if you think otherwise. It addresses issues that some people believe never happened, while others might deeply relate to the experiences depicted.
One aspect I wanted to highlight is how the game presents certain racist characters. I hesitate to use the term "woke," but it feels somewhat appropriate here because the game seems intent on force-feeding this perspective to the player.
Despite its clear lean towards democratic/left views, the game makes an effort to show that individuals, rather than the political parties they might align with, are the ones responsible for their actions. For instance, one of the nicest characters you encounter is a MAGA supporter, which surprised me when I discovered this while snooping through their belongings. Interestingly, the game doesn't vilify this person, which added a layer of complexity to the narrative.
I understand that some players might interpret the game as demonizing certain ideologies, but in my view, it strives to demonstrate that people with different beliefs will always be decent, compassionate human beings, though there can still be outliers.
Yes, the game does depict a Christian cult, trigger-happy police officers, and both subtle and overt supporters of certain walls. However, it ultimately portrays these negative actions as the behavior of individuals rather than a condemnation of entire groups. The game also exposes the greed and flaws on the "other side," which, for me, helps balance the political narrative and prevented me from disliking it too much.
Lastly, I was disappointed by the way the game represents life in Mexico. It seems to suggest that life there is inevitably harsh, implying that people are destined to turn to gangs. I'm certain that many in Mexico live comfortable lives, and it’s unfortunate that the game doesn't reflect this reality.

My fav game i the entire world. Means the world to me. Play if you want your outlook on life changed

Replaying Life is Strange 2, now on PC, was like revisiting an intense and deeply emotional memory — but with new eyes and a renewed sensitivity. Having already experienced this journey on PS4, I didn't expect to be so touched by Sean and Daniel Diaz's story again. However, the narrative remains surprisingly powerful, even on a second experience.
What makes this version even more special is the clear superiority of the PC version compared to the console. Visually, the game takes on a new life: the details of the environments, the fluidity of the animations and the richness of colors stand out more clearly, intensifying the emotional immersion.
The story, already captivating, seems to gain more depth in this version. Perhaps because it's the second time I've experienced it, I noticed nuances and moral choices that I had previously overlooked. The connection between the Diaz brothers continues to be the heart of the game, and even though I already knew the main events, I still felt the same tightness in my chest at several decisive moments. For those who have played it before, Life is Strange 2 is a chance for rediscovery; for those who haven't yet, it's an unforgettable journey that deserves to be experienced in all its details and in its maximum splendor.