Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista Processeur : Dual Core 2.0GHz or equivalent Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : ATI or NVidia card w/ 512 MB RAM (not recommended for Intel HD Graphics cards) DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Dual Core 3.0GHz or equivalent Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : ATI or NVidia card w/ 1024 MB RAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or ATI HD 4890) DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 14 GB d'espace disque disponible
Life is Strange - Episode 1
The story of Life is Strange - Episode 1 is a major highlight, with 100 positive mentions out of 112, and is often described as emotional and immersive, with 21 mentions of émotion and 6 mentions of immersion. The game has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with 96% of players giving positive feedback. Players have spent a significant amount of time playing, with 83 players clocking in over 25 hours and giving a 100% positive feedback rate in that playtime bracket.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 112 | 100 | 5 | 7 |
| Gameplay | 36 | 31 | 3 | 2 |
| Graphics / art | 16 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 16 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Performance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 17 h on median; those who dislike it: 7 h.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Dec 18, 2014 · All-time low: €1.99 (Jun 23, 2016)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 60 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 14,2 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- The story is widely praised: 100 positive mentions out of 112
- The audio design is universally loved: 16 positive mentions out of 16
- The gameplay is well-received: 31 positive mentions out of 36
Weaknesses
- Some players have experienced performance issues: 1 negative mention out of 3
- A few players have criticized the user interface: 1 negative mention out of 1
Who is it for?
This game is perfect for fans of narrative-driven games and those who enjoy making choices that impact the story, with 21 mentions of choix and 14 mentions of narration. Players who value emotional and immersive experiences will also find this game appealing.
Is Life is Strange - Episode 1 worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 174,694 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: The story is widely praised. The game is free to play.
Verdict
Overall, Life is Strange - Episode 1 is a highly acclaimed game with a engaging story, immersive atmosphere, and well-designed audio. With its high positive review rate and significant playtime, it's clear that players are thoroughly enjoying the experience. The game's strengths in storytelling and audio design make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
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