Life is Strange: Before the Storm
Life is Strange: Before the Storm

Game Progression — Life is Strange: Before the Storm Guide

Follow the Game Progression walkthrough for Life is Strange: Before the Storm, covering key choices, objectives, and collectibles across all episodes.

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Game Progression

This section provides a detailed, actionable walkthrough for navigating the story of Life is Strange: Before the Storm, focusing on key objectives, important choices, and collectible locations. Following these steps will ensure you experience the full narrative and uncover all secrets.

Episode 1: Awake

The first episode introduces Chloe Price and sets the stage for her tumultuous relationship with Rachel Amber. Your primary goal is to establish Chloe's character and make initial connections.

The Old Mill Concert

  • Objective: Gain entry to the Firewalk concert.
  • Strategy:
    • Upon arriving at the Old Mill, you'll encounter a bouncer blocking the entrance.
    • Option 1 (Backtalk): Engage in a Backtalk challenge. Successfully winning this challenge will grant you entry without further issue. Pay attention to the bouncer's dialogue and choose the most aggressive or dismissive responses.
    • Option 2 (Alternative Entry): If Backtalk fails or you prefer another route, head to the right side of the building. You'll find a broken fence or a gap you can squeeze through to bypass the bouncer.
  • Inside the Mill:
    • Explore the concert area. You can interact with various characters and objects to learn more about the environment and Chloe's state of mind.
    • Graffiti Opportunity: Look for a specific poster on a wall near the stage. You can deface it for a collectible graffiti.
    • Key Event: A confrontation will occur, leading to Rachel Amber's intervention. This is a pivotal moment in establishing their bond.

The Train Ride

  • Objective: Spend time with Rachel and make a crucial decision.
  • Strategy:
    • After the concert, you'll find yourselves on a train. Engage in dialogue with Rachel.
    • Collectible: Look for a specific item in the train car (e.g., a map, a newspaper) that can be graffitied.
    • Key Choice: Rachel will propose an act of rebellion. Your decision here (e.g., "Jump off the train" or "Stay on the train") will influence your relationship with her and unlock different dialogue options later.

Blackwell Academy

  • Objective: Navigate school life and interact with familiar faces.
  • Strategy:
    • Morning Routine: Start in Chloe's bedroom. Interact with objects to trigger thoughts and memories.
    • Graffiti Opportunity: Check Chloe's mirror or a poster in her room for a graffiti spot.
    • School Grounds: Once at Blackwell, you'll encounter Steph, Mikey, and other students.
    • The Play Auditions: Rachel will encourage you to audition for "The Tempest."
      • Choice: You can choose to "Audition" or "Refuse." Auditioning, even if you perform poorly, can lead to unique dialogue and character development. If you choose to audition, you'll need to read lines from the play.
      • Backtalk Opportunity: If you refuse or struggle, you might have a Backtalk challenge with Rachel or another character.
    • Frank's RV: Later, you'll visit Frank's RV.
      • Objective: Retrieve money or drugs for Frank.
      • Strategy: Engage in dialogue with Frank. You'll have options to be confrontational or cooperative.
      • Collectible: Look for a specific item inside or near the RV that can be graffitied.
      • Key Choice: Your interaction with Frank, especially regarding the money/drugs, will have consequences in later episodes.

Episode 2: Brave New World

This episode deepens the mystery surrounding Rachel and introduces more complex character interactions.

The Tempest Play

  • Objective: Participate in or observe the school play.
  • Strategy:
    • If you auditioned: You'll be on stage with Rachel. Your performance (based on previous choices and dialogue) will be a key moment.
    • If you didn't audition: You'll be backstage or in the audience, observing the play.
    • Backstage Exploration: If backstage, look for graffiti opportunities in the dressing rooms or prop areas.
    • Key Event: A significant revelation about Rachel's family will occur during or after the play.

The Junkyard

  • Objective: Explore the junkyard and uncover clues.
  • Strategy:
    • Finding the Car: Locate Chloe's truck. You'll need to find specific tools or parts to repair it.
    • Graffiti Opportunities: The junkyard is rich with graffiti spots – look on old cars, walls, or discarded items.
    • Backtalk Challenge: You might encounter a character (e.g., Damon Merrick) who initiates a Backtalk challenge.
    • Key Discovery: You'll find an important item or piece of evidence related to Rachel's past.

The Hospital

  • Objective: Visit Rachel's father and gather information.
  • Strategy:
    • Navigating the Hospital: Be discreet. You might need to distract a nurse or find an alternative route to Rachel's father's room.
    • Dialogue with James Amber: Your conversation with Rachel's father will be crucial. Choose your words carefully to extract information without alienating him.
    • Key Choice: A significant choice regarding Rachel's family secret will present itself. Your decision here will heavily impact Rachel's trust in you and the unfolding narrative.

Episode 3: Hell Is Empty

The final episode brings all the threads together, leading to a dramatic conclusion and impactful choices.

The Amber Household

  • Objective: Confront Rachel's parents and uncover the full truth.
  • Strategy:
    • Gathering Evidence: Before confronting them, explore the house for any additional clues or items that can support your claims.
    • Backtalk Challenge: Expect a challenging Backtalk sequence with one or both of Rachel's parents. This will be a high-stakes conversation.
    • Key Revelation: The full extent of the Amber family secret will be revealed.

Damon's Hideout

  • Objective: Rescue Rachel and confront Damon Merrick.
  • Strategy:
    • Stealth or Confrontation: Depending on your previous choices, you might have options for a stealthy approach or a direct confrontation.
    • Interacting with Frank: Frank Bowers may or may not be present, and your previous interactions with him will determine his role.
    • Key Choice: You will face a life-or-death choice involving Damon Merrick and Rachel. This decision will have immediate and lasting consequences.

The Aftermath

  • Objective: Deal with the consequences of your actions and make a final, defining choice.
  • Strategy:
    • Dialogue with Rachel: Your relationship with Rachel will be tested. Your choices throughout the game will culminate in this conversation.
    • Final Choice: The game will present you with a pivotal moral choice that defines Chloe's character and her future with Rachel. This choice will be the ultimate culmination of your journey.