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Life is Strange Remastered

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2022

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Quick resume

Experience the BAFTA award-winning story of Life is Strange now beautifully remastered with enhanced visuals and vastly improved animation using mocap technology.

Global score

91/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Role-playing (RPG)

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    Pros

    • Emotional and impactful story
    • Meaningful player choices with consequences
    • Improved facial animations and graphics
    • Immersive soundtrack and atmosphere
    • High replay value due to branching outcomes

    Cons

    • Technical bugs and glitches at launch
    • Some players disappointed by limited remaster improvements
    • Price considered high by some for remaster
    • Lack of gameplay depth beyond narrative
    • Minor graphical inconsistencies and ui issues

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players make meaningful choices affecting story outcomes and character interactions, reflecting high personal control over decisions."

      Capsule for Class of '09 Class of '09

      "Players make meaningful choices that impact the story and outcomes, reflecting high personal control over decisions."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      1

      "Gameplay is simple with minimal challenge, focusing on exploration and narrative rather than skill tests."

      Capsule for What Remains of Edith Finch What Remains of Edith Finch

      "Gameplay is light with minimal mechanical challenge, focusing more on narrative and choice rather than skill tests."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -5

      "No competitive elements; focus is on personal experience and story progression without comparison to others."

      Capsule for My Brother Rabbit My Brother Rabbit

      "No competitive elements; experience is focused on personal story progression without comparison to others."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report long sessions, repeated play, and desire to keep playing despite bugs; some frustration but overall attachment."

      Capsule for Nuclear Nightmare Nuclear Nightmare

      "Players report multiple playthroughs and emotional attachment, indicating desire to keep playing despite some bugs."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -5

      "Single-player narrative experience with no cooperative gameplay."

      Capsule for Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo

      "Single-player narrative experience with no cooperative gameplay or teamwork."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players explore different perspectives and make choices, but within a fixed narrative and environment."

      Capsule for The Way of Life Free Edition The Way of Life Free Edition

      "Players explore choices and consequences, and engage in some exploration and photo-taking, but within a fixed narrative structure."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are narrative-driven and balanced."

      Capsule for The Expanse: A Telltale Series The Expanse: A Telltale Series

      "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are narrative-driven and balanced."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      5

      "Strong escapism through emotional storytelling, immersion in fictional life struggles, and distraction from real life."

      Capsule for Tomoyo After ~It's a Wonderful Life~ English Edition Tomoyo After ~It's a Wonderful Life~ English Edition

      "Strong escapism through emotional storytelling, immersive fictional world, and distraction from real-life stress."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and emotional connection rather than obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and emotional connection rather than obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players experiment with rewinding time and altering memories to discover different outcomes."

      Capsule for The Rewinder The Rewinder

      "Players experiment with different choices and rewind time to explore alternate outcomes, encouraging novelty."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Some exploration of levels to find collectibles and story elements, but environments are mostly linear and repetitive."

      Capsule for F.E.A.R. F.E.A.R.

      "Some exploration of environments and discovery of collectibles, but within a mostly linear narrative."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      2

      "Character expressions and animations convey emotions; some cosmetic unlocks available but limited customization."

      Capsule for Owlboy Owlboy

      "Improved facial animations and character expressions allow for emotional expression, though limited customization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      3

      "Incorporates supernatural elements and imaginative fiction blended with realistic settings."

      Capsule for A Space For The Unbound - Prologue A Space For The Unbound - Prologue

      "Supernatural time-rewind ability and fictional setting provide imaginative fiction elements."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      1

      "Emotional connection to characters and community exists but gameplay is solitary and personal."

      Capsule for OneShot OneShot

      "Emotional connection to characters and community around the game exists, but gameplay is solo."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop understanding of story, character motivations, and moral consequences."

      Capsule for Heroes Rise: The Prodigy Heroes Rise: The Prodigy

      "Players learn about story consequences, character development, and explore moral dilemmas, supporting personal growth."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

      Capsule for THE ENIGMA MACHINE THE ENIGMA MACHINE

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention on story and choices; not designed for background or idle play."

      Capsule for Five Hearts Under One Roof Five Hearts Under One Roof

      "Requires focused attention on story and choices; not designed for background or idle play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      4

      "Strong emotional bonds form with characters; players experience deep interpersonal relationships."

      Capsule for Life is Strange - Episode 1 Life is Strange - Episode 1

      "Strong emotional bonds form with characters; players experience deep relationships and empathy."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements; player controls only their own character's decisions."

      Capsule for The Complex The Complex

      "No leadership or group management; player controls only their own character and decisions."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Progression through collecting clues and unlocking story elements, but no item upgrades or power accumulation."

      Capsule for Supernormal Supernormal

      "Progression through story episodes and unlocking collectibles, but no traditional item or power accumulation."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      3

      "Generally a calm, emotional flow with moments of tension and release, balancing challenge and catharsis."

      Capsule for Impostor Factory Impostor Factory

      "Generally a calm, emotional experience with moments of tension; overall provides catharsis and flow."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Visual and auditory improvements enhance sensory enjoyment, though gameplay is not highly stimulating."

      Capsule for Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors

      "Visual and auditory improvements enhance sensory experience, but gameplay is not focused on intense stimulation."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "No social recognition or ranking systems; achievements are personal and not socially evaluated."

      Capsule for GIGA WRECKER GIGA WRECKER

      "No social status or ranking systems; achievements are personal and not socially evaluated."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      5

      "Core strength is deep narrative immersion with branching plots and rich character development."

      Capsule for As Dusk Falls As Dusk Falls

      "Core strength is narrative immersion with emotional depth, character development, and impactful plot."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      1

      "Limited strategic decision-making; choices affect story but no complex problem solving."

      Capsule for Dysfunctional Systems: Learning to Manage Chaos Dysfunctional Systems: Learning to Manage Chaos

      "Limited strategic thinking; choices affect story but no complex problem solving or planning."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      2

      "Some suspense and emotional tension in story, but no high-risk or adrenaline gameplay."

      Capsule for The Pirate's Fate The Pirate's Fate

      "Some suspense and emotional tension in story, but no high-risk or adrenaline gameplay."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      1

      "Good value especially on sale or upgrade price; some players feel full price is high for remaster."

      Capsule for Sniper Elite V2 Remastered Sniper Elite V2 Remastered

      "Mixed opinions on value; some feel remaster is worth it for new players, others see limited improvements for price."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -5

      "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus is on narrative and emotional experience."

      Capsule for South of the Circle South of the Circle

      "No combat or destruction; gameplay focuses on narrative and emotional experiences."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      -5

      "No survival or threat mechanics; stable, low-risk environment."

      Capsule for The Talos Principle The Talos Principle

      "No survival or threat mechanics; stable, low-risk environment."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Intimacy, Survival, Violence, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Value.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026