I recently snagged Life Is Strange: Before The Storm on PS+ because I usually get into QTE games. However, after a few days, I’m finding it a bit slow and the storytelling comes off as too on the nose. I’m wondering if it’s still worth the time or if I should move on to something else.
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Honestly, if you’re into the vibe of the series, it’s worth checking out the entire lineup. Even if BTS feels a bit off at times, later entries like Life Is Strange 2 really take things to another level.
Honestly, I never really thought of Life Is Strange as a QTE game in the first place. Even after a good while, it didn’t really remind me of other quick-time style titles.
A good chunk of advice I’ve encountered is to check out the original Life Is Strange first. The time-rewind mechanic there makes the gameplay way more engaging, and it might serve as a better introduction to the universe.
For me, experiencing that mechanic early on really hooked me. It’s a neat twist that sets the tone for the whole series.
There’s a bit of debate around whether to dive into Before The Storm straight off or to first experience the original Life Is Strange. Some players argue that knowing the original series really sets up the emotional backstory, while others feel that starting with BTS gives you a fresh take on Chloe and Rachel’s journey.
Totally get it – sometimes going in without prior context can actually make the characters’ struggles hit even harder.
I hadn’t played the original game either when I grabbed BTS. It just caught my eye and I figured I’d give it a shot, so I’m in the same boat wondering if I’ll change my mind once I get further along.
Yeah, sometimes a game finds you unexpectedly – just see where it leads you.
Keep in mind that Before The Storm leans heavily on its narrative rather than balancing action with QTEs like some other titles. If the story isn’t grabbing you, then maybe it’s just not the right fit.
I just jumped in over the weekend myself – already got a taste of that unique time-bending gameplay.