Life is Strange: Episode 4 - Dark Room

 PlayStation 4
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 274 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 23 out of 274
  3. Negative: 29 out of 274

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  1. Bensonzim92
    Aug 13, 2015
    9
    Square Enix creates a fine 4th instalment. Building upon the last few episodes Max's choices seem more impactful and finally we see the series start to take advantage of the plot it laid out in the beginning, a life changing dramatic event that could devastate an entire community (not just emotionally but physically as well). While the voice acting isn't quite up to the standard theSquare Enix creates a fine 4th instalment. Building upon the last few episodes Max's choices seem more impactful and finally we see the series start to take advantage of the plot it laid out in the beginning, a life changing dramatic event that could devastate an entire community (not just emotionally but physically as well). While the voice acting isn't quite up to the standard the narrative provokes, it can be overlooked. Life is Strange is something I didn't expect to love, but do non the less. "Alright Max!"… Expand
  2. poopcleaner
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. possible spoilers!

    So I have really enjoyed this game so far and as I see it there are going to be so many different endings that I can't even think of every possibility. The game begins slow which is needed so that most players learn that they have a choice! You can chose any out come for each interaction. The problem with changing something is that you will never know the final out come. What looked bad at first could be a blessing later on. The real moral seems to be that you should be nice to everyone because you never know who it will be that will save you in the end. When you water the plant early on and it says your actions will have consequences I was like "oh time to panic."

    Graphics over game play
    I have seen reviews saying the graphics are poor and the textures are awful. I am not sure what they mean. I have heard of people saying that the game runs bad as well. The graphics are good they are not some ultra realistic almost real life graphics. At no point do the graphics need to be better. I will pick game play over graphics any day of the week. I might mention that CSGO is still very alive because game play. The game is hand painted and looks amazing as it is. Also a game will only run as well as good as the hardware that is playing it.

    Emotion
    I have never had a game where I felt so strongly about the characters as this one. This game twists your heart around so much in the later episodes that it may not be fair, but it is how it is. Even with all the power Max has even she cannot predict how an action will play out. can any of us really see what will happen next? Most people I have seen play including my self have all said "this game man." Its okay to cry just do it even I shed a few tears at multiple parts.

    10/10 for the game as a whole up to part 4.

    DISCLAIMER: This game is not for everyone. It is story based and have no gun fights. If you want to shoot things play call of duty or destiny. If you are bored of shooting stuff and need a change of pace for a while this game is the ideal pick.

    I was into shooting game until gone home and life is strange. This is a new age in story telling. We have reached the point where games like this are possible.    … Expand
  3. runner
    Sep 11, 2015
    10
    Truly the best episode in the series so far, I have enjoyed almost every moment of playing it.
    While it keeps the spirit of previous Life is Strange episodes, with its calm pacing and main "chill out" feeling, in a somewhat exaggerated teenagers world with somewhat interrupting slang every now and then, episode 4 kept me intrigued all along - with interesting choices to make, good plot    Truly the best episode in the series so far, I have enjoyed almost every moment of playing it.
    While it keeps the spirit of previous Life is Strange episodes, with its calm pacing and main "chill out" feeling, in a somewhat exaggerated teenagers world with somewhat interrupting slang every now and then, episode 4 kept me intrigued all along - with interesting choices to make, good plot twists, mystery and the well-written and well-acted characters which I have already fell in love with.

    Episode 4 develops the series beautifully, taking the plot from the sort-of dull feeling Life is Strange gave us on the beginning to a much more mature place.

    I leaves us with many questions unanswered, though, and I hope that the next episode will make a good conclusion to the series and won't leave us hanging in the air.
    I'm absolutely expecting it impatiently!    … Expand
  4. GeneralTreesap
    Aug 26, 2015
    10
    Life is Strange is one of the best games I've ever played. The story line to this game is out of this world and this episode just takes the cake. 10/10
  5. jtlats
    Oct 1, 2015
    10
    I don't want to give any spoilers but...

    This has some of the most disturbing scenes I've ever had in a game. Seriously, disturbing.
    But it starts with a horrible choice I couldn't make easily. Even knowing this is a game it was hard to make a choice.
    Interactions with Chloe's parents were tear jerkers as well. Gah, so much, but can't give away too much! 10/10!
  6. keithjonjonson
    Jul 29, 2015
    9
    These episodes continue to wrench your gut, and Dark Room did so in a horrifyingly brilliant way. You could poke holes in some of the minor story lines, and there didn't feel as interactive as the early episodes; who cares? And you get every penny of that $5 or less, nothing like the lazy game of thrones episodes.
  7. SileSixEcho
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    What should I say? If you somehow like this kind of game, it's an absolute no brainer! I simply can't wait to see how everything comes together in the end!

    However, if you did never try out this kind of game, there is no better way to do it than with Life is Strange. There is just so much depth here. This will be one of my top games in 2015.
  8. TheWitcherAb
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    again and again each episode of life is strange is better then the previous episode.This episode end will make you cry and wait for episode 5 the episode is fun and cant wait for episode 5!!
  9. DYEGameBro
    Jul 30, 2015
    9
    Seemingly gone are the innocent undertones and the happy-go-lucky life of an Art school student who enjoys hanging out and getting high with friends. The game has hit full adulthood mode and is not holding our hands any longer.

    The final road is going to be a tough one.
  10. TheDestroyer
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    With all that has happened, I'd be surprised if Life is Strange didn't get nominated for game of the year - 2015. So many things are done right here despite not being up to par with graphics. It goes to show you though, you don't need good graphics to make an amazing game. The positives outshine the negatives by far. It's best fret is the game's story, and the way it manages to keep theWith all that has happened, I'd be surprised if Life is Strange didn't get nominated for game of the year - 2015. So many things are done right here despite not being up to par with graphics. It goes to show you though, you don't need good graphics to make an amazing game. The positives outshine the negatives by far. It's best fret is the game's story, and the way it manages to keep the player involved. You feel the weight behind some of the decisions you make during the game, some being heavy enough to make you want to come back and experience more.

    This episode greatly makes up for the previous episode. It's lengthy, dramatic, and really pushes those curve balls to make you care about the plot.
    Episode 4 - 10 out of 10    … Expand
  11. JonVonRox
    Jan 30, 2016
    8
    Best episode as the tension rises before the finale.
    While some of the episodes might feel boring, this actually keeps you interested, especially the latter part of the episode.
    Solid 8
  12. cosmictherapy
    May 9, 2016
    10
    This episode has more depressing as heck choices and is genuinely a bad time. I actually had to stop and think for like 20 minutes before i finally decided about the choice with the thing. tl;dr make sure you are mentally prepared and that you aren't in a bad time.

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#48 Best PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. SpazioGames
    Nov 25, 2015
    75
    We were kinda disappointed by the “Rachel Amber” mystery and this chapter’s pacing, but it’s still an enjoyable ride that closes with a decent cliffhanger.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Oct 16, 2015
    90
    LIS has built a series of pivotal plot-forks based on seemingly innocuous actions, but the isolated nature of this heartbreaking scene makes me fear it’ll be forgotten when the series draws to a close. [November 2015, p74]
  3. Games Master UK
    Oct 15, 2015
    86
    The series continues to establish itself as one of the year's most surprising and excellent prospects. [Oct 2015, p.75]
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