Life is Strange: Reunion has been officially announced. The long-awaited reunion of Max and Chloe that fans have been hoping for is finally happening. Developed by Deck Nine Games, the title launches on March 26, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
The announcement came to light when Xbox accidentally published their blog post earlier than planned, revealing that the trailer was originally scheduled for release at 1 PM EST tonight. However, this small mishap hasn’t dampened fans’ excitement.
Max and Chloe Together Again
Life is Strange: Reunion answers the question fans have been asking since the first game: Will Max and Chloe’s paths cross again? The answer is now definitive: yes.
The game takes place after the events of Life is Strange: Double Exposure. Following Max losing her Shift power (which allowed her to move between parallel timelines) and regaining her Rewind ability, Chloe unexpectedly returns.
However, the developers emphasize this reunion won’t be easy:
“Max’s power allows her to undo everything… except the memory of her own actions. Of the way the world was before. Of everything she’s done — and everything she’s lost in the process.”
Two Playable Characters for the First Time
For the first time in the series’ history, Max and Chloe are co-leads together. Players will experience events from both characters’ perspectives throughout the story.
Max’s Powers
Max has regained her Rewind ability. However, her powers have also evolved:
- Time Rewind: Can be used to unravel conversations, reveal lies, or escape danger
- Polaroid Jump: As a new ability, Max can leap into Polaroid photographs she’s taken to return to that moment
This new photograph mechanic emerges as a critical tool for escaping the disaster that will unfold at Caledon University.
Chloe’s Abilities
Chloe now appears as the tour manager for the band Drugstore Makeup. Her characteristic Backtalk ability returns, allowing her to browbeat opponents during key conversations.
Since Chloe isn’t part of the university, she can go where Max can’t and ask questions Max wouldn’t. This dynamic ensures the two characters complement each other.
Fire at Caledon University
The story centers around a fire that will break out at Caledon University. Max and Chloe venture into dangerous territory as they investigate how this disaster will start.
Familiar faces from Double Exposure also return:
- Moses (Max’s astrophysicist friend)
- Safi
- Amanda
- Vinh
Your Choices Shape the Story
True to the series’ DNA, player choices directly affect the narrative:
- Did Chloe survive or die at Arcadia Bay?
- Were Max and Chloe friends or lovers?
- How do you want to develop their relationship?
These decisions will determine not only the past but also the characters’ future.
The Definitive Finale of the Series
The developers have explicitly stated that Life is Strange: Reunion will be the definitive finale of Max and Chloe’s saga. This journey that began in 2015 comes to an end after 11 years.
The game’s Senior Brand Manager, Andrew James, added a personal note in the announcement post that captures the game’s significance:
“Like many of you, Max and Chloe changed my life. Life is Strange: Reunion is your last chance to change theirs.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Life is Strange: Reunion come out?
Life is Strange: Reunion launches on March 26, 2026.
What platforms is Life is Strange: Reunion coming to?
The game has been announced for Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms. No announcements have been made yet for PlayStation or Nintendo Switch.
Who is playable in Life is Strange: Reunion?
For the first time in the series, Max Caulfield and Chloe Price are co-leads together. Both characters will be playable.
Is Life is Strange: Reunion a sequel to Double Exposure?
Yes, the game takes place after the events of Life is Strange: Double Exposure. The Caledon University story continues.
Is this the last Life is Strange game?
The developers confirmed that the game will conclude Max and Chloe’s story. However, whether other stories will be told in the Life is Strange universe remains unclear.