Hardcore Gamer's Adnan Riaz writes: "Episode 1: Roads is undoubtedly the best opener in episodic gaming to date and also Dontnod’s finest hour with the Life Is Strange series so far."
Life is Strange 2 is almost a direct reversal of the acclaimed first outing. Where Max and Chloe’s story took place in the same town, largely focusing on the same characters throughout its five episodes and prequel series Before the Storm, the second season barely introduces you to normal life before throwing you out onto the open road. …
"Life is Strange 2 Episode 1 was short, boring and overall forgettable and felt like a bad opening to a new season."
Full review of episode 1: Roads of the new Life Is Strange 2.
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"No Chloe. No Max. Words I was saddened to hear when Dontnod started to talk about what was next for the Life is Strange universe. The tales of Arcadia bay were charming, touching, sometimes a bit emotional, but hugely well-crafted despite the occasional odd line of dialogue."
not particularly thrilled with how don't nod politicized this game. I just wanted a fun gaming experience with real characters with real lives, not some shells where a dev can fill with their outside agenda... shame, the first 2 games were fantastic and although had mature themes didn't try to push any outside agenda.