Life is Strange 2: Episode 1 - Roads

 Xbox One
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5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 58 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 6 out of 58
  3. Negative: 25 out of 58

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  1. kvnd
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    As the introductory episode to Life is Strange 2, 'Roads' is a bit of a clunky slow burn. The plot is a little lacking and decisions don't seem to have much weight (although this is only the first of five episodes). There have honestly been a few downgrades with this sequel, including the plot, characters, decisions and the sub-par replacement for Max's photography and Chloe's SharpieAs the introductory episode to Life is Strange 2, 'Roads' is a bit of a clunky slow burn. The plot is a little lacking and decisions don't seem to have much weight (although this is only the first of five episodes). There have honestly been a few downgrades with this sequel, including the plot, characters, decisions and the sub-par replacement for Max's photography and Chloe's Sharpie graffiti. That being said there are some improvements too, mostly the graphics and the general size and scope compared to the previous game. Also I just gotta mention one more flaw that really bugged me, the cutscenes (often lasting over 5 minutes) are unskippable even when you've already beaten the game and choose Collectible Mode...why??? All in all Roads was a decent but flawed first episode and I just hope it's all uphill from here.… Expand

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#49 Best Xbox One Game of 2018
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#83 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2018

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Critical Hit
    Feb 15, 2019
    70
    Episode 1 can be guardedly recommended, then. It stumbles in parts, sure, but it also proves that DontNod has some ambitious ideas for this installment of its teen adventure series. On top of that, it ends intriguingly enough to ensure that many who play through it will want to see what the next episode holds.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Nov 21, 2018
    90
    Instantly arresting and emotional. An almost flawless start to the series. Recommended. [Dec 2018, p.90]
  3. TrueAchievements
    Oct 12, 2018
    70
    Unfortunately the episode is let down by the less than subtle way it deals with delicate subjects like racism, as well as gameplay that means this episode feels like quite a slow start to the story. There are several hints throughout the episode to suggest the gameplay may be spiced up in the future, and it may need it if players are going to make it through to the end of the story.
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