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While Polarized is arguably the weakest of the five episodes, Dontnod's indie-film approach to adventure games is commendable. If you try only one new game franchise this year, make sure it's Life is Strange. The title redefines narrative in modern gaming.

'Episode 4: Dark Room,' like its title implies takes 'Life is Strange' down a very dark path. From star to finish, there's no letting up, and even with another chapter to go, 'Life is Strange' has already cemented its place as an iconic adventure game.

Despite some dialogue inconsistencies, Life is Strange is on track to become the standard that episodic adventure games are measured against.

After 'Episode Two: Out of Time,' Dontnod's 'Life is Strange' is the best episodic adventure game out there. With more character depth, and more gameplay, along with a technically superior game engine, there's really no debate.

Everything about this title oozes charm and personality and, after meeting the developers, it is clear why; they are passionate about this game and world and really want to deliver something special.

'Life is Strange' attempts to add some indie movie authenticity, along with time manipulation to the graphical adventure game genre, and except for some unevenness in the dialogue, for the most part succeeds.