

While this is the primary mechanic, too often the number of times you have to replay a given zone becomes wearing. You never know exactly what you have to do on your first attempt in any given scenario, and thus find yourself constantly rewinding to try again despite the visual cues designed to help. In part this is because Life is Strange suffers from the old adventure game problem of having to battle the designer’s frequently impenetrable logic. Its no surprise that the game hangs so much on its story and characters as, in isolation, the puzzling gameplay would feel empty.

Max is a particularly good example, with her running narration of events feeling believable even in the surreal situations the game places her. This helps you relate to each of the teenagers (with some being quite likable and other being total jerks), a connection aided by nice vocal performances and an expressive art style. The success of this is down to the focus Dontnod's writers have clearly given their work.

Fortunately, each element is handled with the care and attention it deserve. For more information about the content of the game, please see the FAQ.With so many themes, it would be easy for them to feel scatter shot and throwaway. You will need an internet connection to download and play the game. Tell Me Why is a single-player game with an anticipated rating of Mature (17+) and PEGI-16. Pre-order on the Windows Store and Steam starting July 23, 2020. All chapters will be available on Xbox Game Pass and will also be available for purchase on Xbox One, Windows PC and Steam. Tell Me Why unfolds across three chapters that will release on August 27, September 3, and September 10, 2020. As you interact with memories of the past, you will make choices that determine the strength of the unique bond that Tyler and Alyson share-and shape the future course of the twins’ lives. Set in the fictional town of Delos Crossing, Alaska, Tell Me Why features a cast of intriguing, true-to-life characters and mature themes. In this intimate mystery, reunited twins Tyler and Alyson Ronan use their special bond to unravel the memories of their loving but troubled childhood. Tell Me Why is the latest narrative adventure from DONTNOD Entertainment, the studio behind the beloved franchise Life is Strange.
