life is strange
developed by french studio dontnod entertainment. the main character is 18-year-old max caulfield, a shy photography student who discovers she can rewind time to change the course of events.

after returning to her hometown of arcadia bay, an oregon coastal town, max reunites with her childhood best friend chloe price. together, they investigate the mysterious disappearance of student rachel amber and uncover the town's darker side. max also experiences visions of a massive storm that threatens arcadia bay.

the game established the core of the series: everyday interactions blended with conflict and investigation, where the time-rewind mechanic plays a crucial role.

key features of the first game:

it tackled mature and taboo themes: family abuse, mental health struggles, bullying, depression, domestic violence, mental illness, and grief;

it was released in an episodic format, delivering a tv-like pace with deliberate buildup and suspense between cliffhangers;

results: @Its_Nori