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Life Is Strange Co-Creator Defends Double Exposure Against Hate

Oct 27, 2024 11:53 AM

Michel Koch, co-creator of Life is Strange, addressed fan negativity surrounding the upcoming release of Life is Strange: Double Exposure. Deck Nine, the studio behind the latest entry, is set to release the game featuring an older Max Caulfield. Some fans have reacted harshly to the story development, leading to a wave of online harassment towards the developers. Koch emphasized that while disappointment is natural, harassing creators is unacceptable. He highlighted the subjectivity of storytelling and encouraged fans to remember that their personal interpretations remain valid regardless of the game's narrative choices. Life is Strange: Double Exposure launches on October 29, 2024.

What is the fan reaction to Life is Strange: Double Exposure?

The fan reaction has been mixed, with some fans expressing disappointment and sending hostile messages to the developers over story choices, while others advocate for respectful criticism instead of harassment.

Life is Strange: Double Exposure marks a significant return for the franchise, as it continues the story of Max Caulfield, a beloved character from the original game. The series has evolved since its debut, focusing on themes of adolescence, friendship, and the challenges of growing up. The franchise has seen development changes, with Don’t Nod previously at the helm until Deck Nine took over for True Colors in 2021, and fans are eager to see how the new game's story unfolds.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-10-27 12:24:03
It's always a bummer to see fans reacting negatively, especially when creators pour their hearts into their work. While everyone has their own take on the story, it’s a reminder that constructive feedback is far more valuable than online harassment—let’s keep the dialogue respectful
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-10-27 12:12:02
It's always disappointing to see passionate fans crossing the line into harassment, especially when it detracts from the creative process. At the end of the day, storytelling is subjective, and it's healthy for fans to voice their feelings, but there’s a world of difference between critique and hostility.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-10-27 12:06:02
It's a bummer to see such intense negativity surrounding a beloved franchise like Life is Strange; after all, storytelling is all about perspective and emotional connection. Hopefully, fans can channel their passion into constructive conversations rather than harassment, because that's what truly enhances the gaming community
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