Life is Strange: Episode 3 - Chaos Theory

 Xbox One
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. DarkStation
    May 22, 2015
    100
    Like the previous episodes, the game continues to be a rollercoaster of emotions offering laughs, tender sweetness, and tragedy with little warning.
  2. ZTGD
    May 27, 2015
    95
    With the power to rewind time and choose what happens it always comes with a price; it could be good or bad, but in the end it will always affect us. Life is Strange has shown that in a spectacular way, and I highly suggest it to anyone reading this review.
  3. InsideGamer.nl
    May 28, 2015
    90
    This is the best episode of Life is Strange thus far, because the relaxed atmosphere is changing in a more enticing game in which Max's gift is becoming more and more powerful. The relationship with Chloe gets way more important, and that brings a lot of emotional involvement.
  5. XGN
    May 27, 2015
    80
    This a nice episode to play. Finally there's some more information about the missing girl and Max goes stealth.
  6. Destructoid
    May 26, 2015
    80
    Life is Strange now has me in its grips, and if I'm worried, it's only because I care. I finally really, truly care.
  7. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 22, 2015
    80
    With improved dialogue and pacing - and a handful of bold design choices - this is the strongest episode so far, with a finale you'll be desperate to discuss with friends. Bring on Episode 4.
  8. GameSpot
    May 20, 2015
    80
    Beyond the mood-breaking fetch quests and blank stares, however, Life is Strange has finally come into its own in Episode Three, shedding some dialogue and pacing problems from previous episodes.
  9. IGN
    May 19, 2015
    80
    Environmental puzzles function similarly, and are bigger and more involved than in previous episodes.
  10. Gamestyle
    May 19, 2015
    80
    While Chaos Theory may not hit the highs of episode 2, it does carry on its tale of loss and mystery with aplomb.
  11. IGN Spain
    May 26, 2015
    78
    Strange Life is reinventing itself to provide new mechanics and play different keys than previous episodes, although it forgets some of his greatest successes.
  12. We Got This Covered
    May 18, 2015
    70
    Although it plods along for quite a while, Life is Strange: Episode 3 - Chaos Theory culminates with game-changing activity. As such, those who've invested themselves into this storyline won't want to miss it.
  13. Game Informer
    May 18, 2015
    70
    I keep wondering how some of my choices will play out, and I'm invested in these characters and the world. Hopefully, Dontnod can make everything between the characters' struggles and supernatural occurrences feel satisfying and pay off in the end.

Awards & Rankings

32
#32 Best Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 74 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 74
  3. Negative: 8 out of 74
  1. cgthebeast
    May 28, 2015
    9
    Life is Strange is one of the best games that allow you to make choices. Your choices actually change the game play and follows through them,Life is Strange is one of the best games that allow you to make choices. Your choices actually change the game play and follows through them, giving a unique game with every choice, on this aspect is preformed better then any other games i have tried ike this, including the Mass Effect trilogy. The writing in this game also is hilarious in some aspects an the way this game handles major issues such as teenage suicide, drug use, PTSD, and paranoia is refreshing an real in way to handle this writing with a fun time time travel twist.

    Now this game isnt all-around perfect, aome times the lip syncing is off or the writing falls abit flat but these are easily over looked, and this improves every episode, including episode 3.

    This episode, while not as heavy as the previous one, still delivers on the dramatic scale, allowing the characters to evolve and become fleshed out, giving them more problems an even touching on issues with having a handicap and the butterfly effect and diffrent dimensions.    … Full Review »
  2. busbfran
    May 22, 2015
    10
    This game does everything so well, you will be left emotionally stressed once the credits begin to roll, Life Is Strange is like a continuousThis game does everything so well, you will be left emotionally stressed once the credits begin to roll, Life Is Strange is like a continuous roller coaster and never lets up.… Full Review »
  3. Daniel2009
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Awesome game dude I love it so much more its just incredible bro I love it so much
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