Square Enix and Deck Nine have officially announced Life is Strange: Reunion, the highly anticipated continuation of their critically acclaimed narrative adventure series.
Following a period filled with speculation and a subtle tease from Square Enix, the reveal comes as welcome news to fans eager to revisit the emotional journeys of Max Caulfield and Chloe Price.
Slated for release on March 26, 2026, Life is Strange: Reunion will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S at launch, with a PlayStation 5 version also anticipated. Life is Strange: Reunion serves as a direct sequel, pulling together narrative threads from both the original Life is Strange and the recent installment, Double Exposure.
According to Square Enix, the upcoming title will bring Max and Chloe’s stories to a conclusive close, promising to address lingering questions and the dual outcomes that defined earlier games.
Notably, Max Caulfield will regain her signature time-rewind abilities—a core gameplay mechanic that fans praised in the original release.
Story developments from Double Exposure reportedly play a role in the restoration of her powers, though the emotional memories and consequences from a tumultuous decade remain central to the story. In an in-depth blog post featured on Xbox Wire, senior Life is Strange brand manager Andrew James commented on the legacy and personal impact of the franchise.
James stated that Life is Strange: Reunion "is created both by and for fans of the original, finally delivering a definitive conclusion to Max and Chloe’s saga." This nod to longtime followers aims to ensure the new title resonates deeply with the community that has supported the series since its debut. While Deck Nine and Square Enix have kept many gameplay innovations under wraps, it is confirmed that players will experience the story through both Max and Chloe’s perspectives.
This design will allow for narrative branching and fresh insight into key moments, something the series is known for.
However, as yet, the developers have not detailed whether Reunion will introduce any groundbreaking gameplay mechanics beyond the established formula. Regarding platform availability, the official announcement does not mention a Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version.
While previous Life is Strange entries are accessible on Nintendo Switch and have found strong support within the console's player base, Square Enix has thus far confirmed only PC and Xbox Series X|S, with a PlayStation 5 edition likely.
Further announcements regarding Nintendo hardware may follow, given the series’ history on the platform. Life is Strange has sold millions of copies worldwide since its 2015 inception, with Deck Nine and original developer Dontnod Entertainment both receiving widespread critical acclaim.
With the release of Life is Strange: True Colors and its positive reception, anticipation for Reunion is high.
Fans can look forward to revisiting Arcadia Bay’s iconic duo when Life is Strange: Reunion launches in March 2026.
Following a period filled with speculation and a subtle tease from Square Enix, the reveal comes as welcome news to fans eager to revisit the emotional journeys of Max Caulfield and Chloe Price.
Slated for release on March 26, 2026, Life is Strange: Reunion will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S at launch, with a PlayStation 5 version also anticipated. Life is Strange: Reunion serves as a direct sequel, pulling together narrative threads from both the original Life is Strange and the recent installment, Double Exposure.
According to Square Enix, the upcoming title will bring Max and Chloe’s stories to a conclusive close, promising to address lingering questions and the dual outcomes that defined earlier games.
Notably, Max Caulfield will regain her signature time-rewind abilities—a core gameplay mechanic that fans praised in the original release.
Story developments from Double Exposure reportedly play a role in the restoration of her powers, though the emotional memories and consequences from a tumultuous decade remain central to the story. In an in-depth blog post featured on Xbox Wire, senior Life is Strange brand manager Andrew James commented on the legacy and personal impact of the franchise.
James stated that Life is Strange: Reunion "is created both by and for fans of the original, finally delivering a definitive conclusion to Max and Chloe’s saga." This nod to longtime followers aims to ensure the new title resonates deeply with the community that has supported the series since its debut. While Deck Nine and Square Enix have kept many gameplay innovations under wraps, it is confirmed that players will experience the story through both Max and Chloe’s perspectives.
This design will allow for narrative branching and fresh insight into key moments, something the series is known for.
However, as yet, the developers have not detailed whether Reunion will introduce any groundbreaking gameplay mechanics beyond the established formula. Regarding platform availability, the official announcement does not mention a Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version.
While previous Life is Strange entries are accessible on Nintendo Switch and have found strong support within the console's player base, Square Enix has thus far confirmed only PC and Xbox Series X|S, with a PlayStation 5 edition likely.
Further announcements regarding Nintendo hardware may follow, given the series’ history on the platform. Life is Strange has sold millions of copies worldwide since its 2015 inception, with Deck Nine and original developer Dontnod Entertainment both receiving widespread critical acclaim.
With the release of Life is Strange: True Colors and its positive reception, anticipation for Reunion is high.
Fans can look forward to revisiting Arcadia Bay’s iconic duo when Life is Strange: Reunion launches in March 2026.
