While side characters never take over the story, many of them do have their own interesting histories and fleshed-out motivations that make them feel like real people that exist beyond their supporting roles. Keep in mind that this is a very slowly paced mystery, rolling out more like True Detective than an episode of CSI. This first episode in particular doesn’t have much narrative momentum, but after a bit of early meandering, the story picks up and feels more coherent when you get the full picture. For that reason especially, it feels best played in a binge or with short gaps between episodes. Life is still strange, just not as exciting If that's appealing, wait until all three episodes are out on September 10 before you play it.

Tell Me Why’s full three-chapter story is one of the best in 2020, but its gameplay and presentation aren’t nearly as exciting. Gone are the time-bending powers of Life is Strange. The Ronan twins’ supernatural memory abilities are much more personal, and the gameplay reflects that, for better or for worse. The choose-your-own-adventure style of dialogue that Telltale and Dontnod games are known for remains, along with the butterfly effects these choices cause for the many character relationships.

You’ll spend a lot of time wandering around various parts of Delos Crossing as Alyson or Tyler, whether it be their childhood home, the local store, or the police station. The bond between Alyson and Tyler Ronan is at the center of Tell Me Why Xbox It's a lot of taking in the scenery and talking. Genuinely intriguing puzzles help mitigate these more passive sections.

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