Fans of the Life is Strange universe have something to cheer about. Since September 27, 2022, the Life is Strange Arcadia Bay Collection has made two beloved chapters reachable on the go. This release also marks the first time these narrative adventures appear on a portable platform, bringing their emotional journeys to a broader audience.
The collection preserves the familiar storytelling format fans know and love. It features two standout experiences optimized for Nintendo Switch, complete with updated graphics and smoother animations. The team behind the project emphasized the importance of expanding the series to new hardware and audiences. Bringing these award-winning stories to a handheld system for the first time was a priority for the developers, who are proud to offer more players the chance to dive into Arcadia Bay wherever they are.
Life is Strange builds its experience around a standalone, impactful narrative. The game surprised players with its humane portrayal of characters from diverse backgrounds, set against a backdrop of choice and consequence. It debuted in early 2015 across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Windows PC, delivering a story-driven adventure where player decisions shape the unfolding plot. A key twist early on is the protagonist’s discovery of time manipulation, granting the ability to rewind moments and alter outcomes, thereby reshaping the narrative arc as the game progresses.
Before the Storm is set three years prior to the events of the original game. Players assume the role of Chloe Price, a bold and defiant teen who forges a new friendship with the popular student Rachel Amber. When a family secret threatens to upend Rachel’s life, the alliance between Chloe and Rachel provides both characters with resilience as they navigate tough challenges and personal growth.