New Game from 'Life is Strange' Creators' Trailer Evokes Familiar Emotions

Don't Nod Entertainment has teased their upcoming title, 'Lost Records: Bloom and Rage', with a new trailer that channels the emotive and atmospheric narrative style familiar to fans of the 'Life is Strange' series. Revealed during the ID@Xbox livestream, the trailer takes viewers back to summer 1995 in the fictional town of Velvet Cove, Michigan, showcasing a cast of teenage characters in a setting brimming with nostalgia and summer vibes. The video adopts a camcorder-style visual aesthetic enhancing the nostalgic feel of the mid-'90s.

Michel Koch, the creative force behind 'Life is Strange', is also behind 'Lost Records: Bloom and Rage', suggesting that players can expect a similarly engaging story. The game will be released in an episodic format, with two chapters planned to be released a month apart. This strategy is aimed to give players time to speculate and discuss possible twists in the narrative, reminiscent of the release strategy for the original 'Life is Strange'. Currently, Don't Nod anticipates a late 2024 release for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. For fans eager to dive into another Don't Nod adventure, their title 'Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden' offers a supernatural role-playing experience.

'Lost Records: Bloom and Rage' is expected to release in late 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

'Life is Strange' is an episodic graphic adventure game series developed by Dontnod Entertainment (and later by Deck Nine) and published by Square Enix. Known for its narrative-driven gameplay, choice and consequence mechanics, and strong character development, the series has garnered critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase since the original game's release in 2015. With Michel Koch at the helm of 'Lost Records: Bloom and Rage', fans are hopeful for a new, emotionally resonant experience in line with the spirit of the 'Life is Strange' universe.