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After a tragic incident, brothers Sean and Daniel Diaz run away from home. Fearing the police, and dealing with Daniel's new telekinetic power, the boys head to Mexico. Each stop on their journey brings new friends and new challenges.
Life is Strange 2 is a choices matter, story rich and adventure game
developed by DONTNOD Entertainment, Feral Interactive (Linux) and Feral Interactive (Mac)
and published by Feral Interactive (Linux), Square Enix and Feral Interactive (Mac).
Released on September 26th 2018 is available on Windows, MacOS, Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
in 10 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America and Japanese.
It has received 22,390 reviews of which 19,032 were positive and 3,358 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. 😎
The game is free to play on Steam.
The Steam community has classified Life is Strange 2 into these genres:
Choices Matter
Story Rich
Adventure
Singleplayer
Great Soundtrack
Atmospheric
Episodic
Choose Your Own Adventure
LGBTQ+
Point & Click
Third Person
Walking Simulator
Mystery
Puzzle
Comedy
Funny
Emotional
Classic
Here is the detailed breakdown of supported languages for Life is Strange 2:
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| English | |||
| German | |||
| French | |||
| Italian | |||
| Spanish - Spain | |||
| Simplified Chinese | |||
| Russian | |||
| Japanese | |||
| Portuguese - Brazil | |||
| Spanish - Latin America |
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System requirements
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 7 or above (64-bit Operating System Required)
- Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1GHz) or AMD Phenom X4 945 (3.0GHz)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 40 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Please note that 32-bit operating systems will not be supported
MacOS
- OS: macOS 10.15
- Processor: 2.0Ghz Intel Core i5-6360U
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680MX, 2GB AMD Radeon R9 M290, Intel Iris 540 Graphics or better (see notes for more details).
- Storage: 42 GB available space
- Additional Notes: The game is officially supported on the following Macs. To check your Mac model and when it was released, select About This Mac from the Apple menu on your menu bar:
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- * All 13" MacBook Pros released since 2016
- * All 15" MacBook Pros released since Late 2013 with a 2.3GHz i5 processor or better (1)
- * All 13" MacBook Airs released since 2018
- * All Mac minis released since 2018
- * All 21.5" iMacs released since 2017
- * All 27" iMacs released since Late 2014 (2)
- * All 27" iMac Pros released since Late 2017
- * All Mac Pros released since Late 2013
- (1) Mid-2015 models with an AMD R9 M370X graphics card are not supported
- (2) Late 2013 models with a 2GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 775M or 4GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 780M graphics card are also supported
- (2) Late 2012 models with a 2GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 680M graphics card are also supported
- Please note for your computer to meet the minimum requirements it must match or better all elements of the listed spec. For more detailed specifications check the Feral website.
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- The following Macs are capable of running the game but do not consistently meet the standards required for official support:
- * All 15" MacBook Pros released since Late 2013
- * All 21.5" iMacs released since Late 2013 with a 2.3GHz processor or better (1)
- (1) Models with an Nvidia 750M graphics card are not supported
Linux
- OS: Ubuntu 18.04 64-bit
- Processor: 3.4GHz Intel Core i3-4130
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2GB or AMD Radeon R9 380 4GB
- Storage: 42 GB available space
- Additional Notes:
- * Requires Vulkan
- * NVIDIA requires 430.14 or newer drivers.
- * AMD requires Mesa 19.1.2 or newer.
- * Intel GPUs are not supported.
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Life is Strange 2 offers a rather different formula. It is no longer a story about rewinding time to save a best friend as seen in the first game but rather a tale of survival and sacrifice involving two brothers, Sean and Daniel. The choices made not only impact the storyline but also gradually teach Daniel the difference between right and wrong. The dynamic relationship between Sean and Daniel feels incredibly authentic and heartwarming. The ever-changing settings are presented aesthetically, complemented by a fitting indie soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere. One drawback noticed was the uneven pacing of the story; due to the roadtrip concept, the frequent changes in location and the introduction of new characters in each episode caused some moments to feel sluggish or lacking in emotional cohesion.
i genuinely think more ppl need to give this game a chance. i can’t stress enough how amazing it is and i honestly wasn’t expecting it to leave such a huge mark on me. i cried…so many times T_T i knew it was gonna be emotional but i definitely wasn’t prepared for just how attached i’d get to sean and daniel. the wolf brothers will forever have a special place in my heart<3 watching their relationship grow throughout the game was rlly beautiful and i loved how even when things got tough they would do anything for each other. i never had any younger siblings myself since i’m the youngest but this game genuinely made me think abt what it must be like to be in an older sibling’s shoes. i absolutely loved how much your choices matter too. it’s not just the big decisions either. even the smallest things you do can affect daniel’s personality, his morality and ultimately the ending you get which made me think so much more carefully before choosing anything. i also loved meeting all the different characters along the way. every single person felt like they had their own story, flaws and personality. the story is genuinely one of the most emotional and beautifully written i’ve ever experienced in a game. it covers so many important topics from grief and family to racism and prejudice and what’s honestly heartbreaking is how relevant it still feels today. you’d think things would’ve changed since the game is set in 2016 but sadly so much of it still reflects the world we’re living in now. i genuinely think more ppl would have a lil more compassion if they experienced sean and daniel’s story. the soundtrack is absolutely beautiful, the environments are gorgeous and i loved all the lil connections to the first life is strange. if you enjoyed the first game pls don’t skip this one just bc it has different characters. take your time, explore everywhere, get to know everyone you meet and just follow your heart when making decisions. i promise it’s worth it. overall lis2 is such a beautiful, heartbreaking and unforgettable game that will stick with me for a very long time. if sean and daniel have no defenders…i’m dead. 10/10<3
As someone who has loved every Life is Strange game (I still need to play Double Exposure and Reunion, those are next on my list), I was excited to finally sit down and give Life is Strange 2 a chance. I was also a little nervous because I knew this one was going to be different. I wasn't sure I'd become as invested in Sean and Daniel's journey as I had with the other games. I couldn't have been more wrong. The choices felt meaningful, the characters felt real, and I found myself thinking about my decisions long after I made them. This wasn't just a game I wanted to finish, it was a story I genuinely wanted to experience. The soundtrack (as always) was fantastic, the environments were beautiful, the voice acting was excellent, and the atmosphere pulled everything together perfectly. There were moments that made me smile, moments that made me anxious, and more than a few that had me fighting back tears. It takes a lot for a game to keep me emotionally invested form beginning to end, but this one managed to do exactly that. Performance-wise, I really didn't have any major issues. The only thing I noticed was that, a handful of times, a character's mouth wouldn't animate while they were speaking. It was a little odd, but it wasn't nearly enough to take me out of the experience. The only other minor thing I ran into was the warning screen at launch being displayed in another language, even though my game was set to English. When the credits rolled, I just sat there for a while, processing everything. To me, that's the mark of a truly great story. Life is Strange 2 is an emotional, beautifully written experience that sticks with you long after you've finished it. One thing I absolutely plan on doing is replaying it to see the other endings. If my first playthrough was this impactful, I can't wait to see how differently things can unfold and what choices lead me there. If you're looking for a story-driven game where your choices matter and you don't mind having your emotions put through the wringer, I can't recommend this game enough. For me, it's an easy masterpiece. ...just make sure you have some tissues nearby.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is free to play on Steam.
Life is Strange 2 is not on sale because is already free to play on Steam.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 received 19,032 positive votes out of a total of 22,390 achieving a rating of 8.33.
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Life is Strange 2 was developed by DONTNOD Entertainment, Feral Interactive (Linux) and Feral Interactive (Mac) and published by Feral Interactive (Linux), Square Enix and Feral Interactive (Mac).
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is playable and fully supported on Linux.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is playable and fully supported on Steam Deck.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is playable and fully supported on Steam Machine.
No, Life is Strange 2 does not support VR.
Life is Strange 2 is a single-player game.
Yes, there are 6 DLCs available for Life is Strange 2. Explore additional content available for Life is Strange 2 on Steam.
No, Life is Strange 2 does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 supports Remote Play on Phone, Remote Play on Tablet and Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Life is Strange 2 is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Life is Strange 2.
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Game modes
Features
Online players
184
Developer
DONTNOD Entertainment,
Feral Interactive (Linux),
Feral Interactive (Mac)
Publisher
Feral Interactive (Linux),
Square Enix,
Feral Interactive (Mac)
Release
26 Sep 2018
Platforms
Remote Play