Life is Strange: Episode 4 - Dark Room

 Xbox One
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. XGN
    Aug 6, 2015
    90
    Life is Strange Episode 4 is the best Life is Strange game we've seen so far. The story finally gets exciting and fully immersive, and the cliffhanger at the end is a great tease towards the final episode. It also contains more detective elements, which makes the game more active.
  2. ZTGD
    Jul 31, 2015
    90
    I firmly believe Life is Strange is an amazing series, and I stick by this statement. This episode kicks it into overdrive and now makes the next month and a half wait for the finale that much longer.
  3. Destructoid
    Jul 29, 2015
    90
    Dark Room has been the most masterful installment in Life is Strange thus far, and it sets us hurtling toward the finish line.
  5. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Sep 9, 2015
    80
    All Dontnod needs to do now is stick the landing. [Oct 2015, p.83]
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  6. DarkStation
    Jul 31, 2015
    80
    “Dark Room” delivers the same level of high emotional drama as previous episodes and raises the stakes for what is expected to be a busy finale.
  7. Gamestyle
    Jul 31, 2015
    80
    Life is Strange continues rolling to what I hope will be an epic conclusion. The pieces are certainly in place, whether Dontnod are able to fit them together is still up in the air. As it stands though, this has been one of the biggest surprises of the year and I can’t wait to see how it all ends.
  8. We Got This Covered
    Jul 28, 2015
    80
    Easily one of the game's best episodes thus far, which is saying a lot. Not only does it successfully build upon the gut punch that was its predecessor's ending, but it also progresses the plot in very interesting ways, and concludes with a shock that will once again leave players breathless.
  9. Impulsegamer
    Aug 3, 2015
    78
    Now the end is near the gimmick of time traveling is pushed into the background a little bit, as this episode is more about storytelling and conversation. That means there is not a lot of gameplay action, which makes this episode feel more passive. Thankfully Max’ detective work pushes you to the edge of your chair, as she unravels shocking truths.

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#71 Best Xbox One Game of 2015
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#96 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 107 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 107
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 107
  3. Negative: 12 out of 107
  1. scarysquirel2
    Jul 29, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Brilliant continuation to the series, all capped off with some shocking twists and turns. Best new game series I've played on Xbox One for a long time, looking forward to October now for the final chapter!!… Full Review »
  2. FRYMANATION
    Jul 31, 2015
    9
    no idea what "experts" are talking about with low review scores. This was an intense, great episode and I enjoyed every second i spent playingno idea what "experts" are talking about with low review scores. This was an intense, great episode and I enjoyed every second i spent playing it. Cant wait for episode 5!… Full Review »
  3. Zillaa777
    Jul 30, 2015
    10
    Life is strange is one of the most awesome games I've played episode 4 had some twist and shocking moments but it was worth the wait ,can waitLife is strange is one of the most awesome games I've played episode 4 had some twist and shocking moments but it was worth the wait ,can wait for episode 5… Full Review »
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