Life Is Strange 2

this game cured my depression and then give it back with extra sadness

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.

After playing 44 hrs with 100% achievement completion, Life Is Strange 2 is a powerful, emotional road trip about brotherhood, responsibility, and the weight of choices. The story feels raw and personal, with decisions that truly shape the ending. Slow-paced but deeply impactful—this one stays with you long after the credits roll. For a gamer who values story above mechanics, this game feels less like playing and more like living through a difficult, unforgettable chapter of someone else’s life.
Recommended for story-driven gamers. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

CRIED

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

A game where I spent hours trying to make “deep moral choices”… only for my little brother to ignore me, do the opposite, and then blame me for it anyway. Truly captures the essence of family.
The road trip is basically:
New place → New tragedy → New reason to question my life choices.
Sprinkle in awkward teen dialogue that makes me feel like I aged 30 years.
Still cried though. 10/10 parenting simulator, would let a psychic 10-year-old wreck my reputation again.

I played this game (all 5 episodes) with my friend during Covid in 2020, and now I finally have time to share my review:
To be completely honest, this is likely my favourite "Life is Strange" game, if not my top choice-based game overall. The visuals are striking and gorgeous, featuring visually appealing scenes and evoking a sense of nostalgia. In contrast to the initial game in the series, the decisions carry more weight and create a notable impact. The characters are intricately crafted and elegantly portrayed; they feel authentic, making it simple to connect with them. Every conclusion is truly devastating, which only enhances the genuine and authentic vibe this game possesses. They truly no longer create games like this.