Key Highlights
- The developer behind Life Is Strange recently apologized to players who were upset about Double Exposure’s storyline with Max and Chloe.
- A fan on X criticized the handling of Chloe and Max’s romance in Double Exposure, stating that “even a makeup scene between Chloe and Max isn’t enough.”
- Deck Nine confirmed an upcoming announcement for a new Life Is Strange game during a livestream on January 20, 2026.
- The leaked summary suggests that the new game, titled Reunion, could attempt to fix issues from Double Exposure by focusing on Max and Chloe’s university reunion.
Developer Apologizes for Fan Displeasure with Life Is Strange’s Double Exposure
The gaming community was abuzz in January 2026 when the developer behind the critically acclaimed series, Life Is Strange, publicly apologized to fans who were still feeling the sting of the recent release, Double Exposure.
Apology and Fan Reactions
The apology came after a fan on X expressed their frustration over how they handled the storyline with Max and Chloe. The tweet read: “I hate that they have ruined this for me. The way I used to be soooo excited for new LIS, and now I’m just angry.” Deck Nine responded by saying, “We’re sorry to hear you feel this way.
We know how much passion and love this community has for Life Is Strange, and your excitement has always meant a lot. We hope some of what’s coming helps rebuild that excitement.”
However, the developer’s response didn’t go over well with all fans. Another player chimed in, saying, “Sadly, you’ve backed yourself into a corner after the poor choices made in Double Exposure.
I think even a makeup scene between Chloe and Max isn’t enough. They should’ve never broken up if you chose the bae ending in LIS 1.”
Upcoming Announcement and Reunion Game
A new Life Is Strange game is set to be revealed on January 20, 2026, during a special livestream. The broadcast goes live on YouTube at 10am PST or 1pm EST. Deck Nine’s response hints that the upcoming game, Reunion, could aim to address some of the backlash from Double Exposure by focusing on Max and Chloe reuniting at university.
The leaked summary for Reunion reads: “Chloe Price was Max Caulfield’s partner in time.
Losing her is Max’s greatest regret. Now Chloe has come to Caledon University. Haunted by nightmares and impossible memories, Chloe needs Max’s help. But Max is already in crisis: in three days, a deadly inferno will destroy the campus.” This storyline seems to directly tackle some of the issues raised by fans regarding the romance and character development in Double Exposure.
Timeline and Stream Details
The livestream for Reunion’s reveal will take place on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. For your convenience, here are the start times in various regions:
- North America (PT) – 10:00 AM January 20
- North America (ET) – 1:00 PM January 20
- United Kingdom (GMT) – 6:00 PM January 20
- Europe (CET) – 7:00 PM January 20
- Japan (JST) – 3:00 AM January 21
- Brazil (BRT) – 3:00 PM January 20
- Australia (AEDT) – 5:00 AM January 21
Deck Nine’s announcement and the leaked summary for Reunion indicate that they are actively trying to address fan concerns. However, only time will tell if these efforts will be enough to win back the trust of the Life Is Strange community.