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Life is Strange Returns in 2026 With a Brand-New Game Reveal

Nilendu Brahma

Published - Jan 15, 2026, 06:28 PM

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A new Life is Strange game is officially confirmed for 2026, following days of leaks that sparked huge fan hype.
Square Enix will fully reveal the game during an official livestream on January 20.
Strong hints suggest the return of Max Caulfield and possibly Chloe Price, though details remain under wraps.

The Life is Strange new game is officially coming in 2026, and fans could not be more thrilled. After days of leaks and speculation hinting at the game’s title and plot, Square Enix has confirmed that the franchise is finally coming back later this year.

Early leaks suggested that Life is Strange: Reunion, one of the best video game stories, could bring back Chloe Price alongside Max Caulfield, stirring serious anticipation. The official reveal is set for January 20, when Square Enix will host a livestream giving the first proper look at the new Life is Strange game.

Life is Strange New Game Follows Early Leaks

There is huge excitement on social media about this game and its imminent release. Rumours hinted at the return of the original duo, Max and Chloe. It also suggested that the new story would continue from the events of Life is Strange Double Exposure, released in 2024.

The recent announcement from Square Enix's official X handle message to “separate the real from the rumour” actually acknowledges the earlier rumours. However, it's good to see the rumours are becoming true next week.

Fans can jump on to YouTube on January 20, 2025, at 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT / 7 pm CET, where a video has already been scheduled to reveal the Life is Strange new game with a trailer.

What to Expect from Life is Strange 2026

There has been little information revealed so far about Life is Strange, but Square Enix hopes to continue the franchise's tradition of signature emotional storytelling. Deck Nine returns as the developer, maintaining the series’ focus on character-driven narratives and decision-based gameplay.

After the Release of Life is Strange: Double Exposure in 2024, many people were very eager to see how Max and Chloe's lives would play out. Additionally, Life is Strange has become an even more popular franchise because of the live-action Amazon Prime Series featuring Max Caulfield, an actress likely to be Maisy Steller and further increase the excitement for Life is Strange 2026.

That's all from us regarding the new Life is Strange game. Another popular title could be released soon, namely Star Trek Voyager Across the Unknown. Check out the game details on our official website.