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Life is Strange: True Colors

Life is Strange: True Colors

Alex Chen hides her 'curse': the psychic power of Empathy, the ability to absorb the emotions of others. When her brother dies in a so-called accident, Alex must embrace her power to find the truth.

89%
Very Positive
DeveloperDeck Nine
PublisherSquare Enix
Release DateSep 9, 2021
-70%
$59.99$17.99
Peak Players7.4K
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Life is Strange: True Colors is an emotionally resonant narrative adventure praised for its cozy small-town atmosphere, beautiful soundtrack, and lovable characters. While many fans consider it a return to form for the series, others criticize its high price point relative to its short length and feel that player choices lack significant impact.

Pros

  • Authentic and cozy small-town setting of Haven Springs with richly detailed environments.90%
  • Strong emotional depth and a mature exploration of grief and empathy.85%
  • Excellent soundtrack and music that enhance the atmosphere.90%
  • Engaging and lovable characters that players feel deeply invested in.80%
  • Unexpected plot twists that keep the narrative compelling.70%

Cons

  • High price point compared to the relatively short 11-13 hour playtime.90%
  • Player choices are perceived by some as having little impact on the story's outcome.80%
  • The narrative feels rushed or less complex compared to previous entries in the series.75%
  • Slow pacing that some players found boring or underwhelming.60%

Notable Mentions

  • The game features a strong emphasis on LGBTQ+ representation.
  • Includes a DLC chapter that adds approximately 3 hours of additional gameplay.
Confidence: 69%
Based on the 97 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 26, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
43
Peak · last 90 days
123
All-time peak
7.4K

Price

Current price
$59.99$17.99-70%
Lowest tracked
$17.99since Jan 23, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
92%
All-time positive
89%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews16.9K
Positive: 15.0K (89%)Negative: 1.9K (11%)

6%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

13h

Avg Playtime at Review

98%

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