23 Best Games Like Life is Strange But For Xbox Series X|S

1. Life is Strange: True Colors

As a mainline entry in the series, Life is Strange: True Colors is the most direct and modern comparison. You play as Alex Chen, a young woman with the supernatural ability to feel and manipulate the emotions of others. When her brother dies in a suspicious "accident," she must use her powers to uncover the truth in a small, picturesque town.

This game is the epitome of the Life is Strange formula: a relatable young protagonist, a central mystery to solve, a supernatural power that is central to the gameplay, and a huge emphasis on building relationships with a charming cast of characters. Your choices directly impact the story and your bonds with others, making it the perfect starting point for anyone wanting more.

2. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

From the new studio founded by the creative minds behind the original Life is Strange, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is poised to be the next great game in this genre. It tells the story of four high school friends in the 90s whose bond is shattered by a dark secret, only for them to reunite 27 years later to confront the past.

While it’s a new story, it is being designed by the team that invented the formula. Expect a heavy focus on teenage friendship, a nostalgic setting, a central mystery, and the kind of impactful, character-driven storytelling that made the original game a cultural phenomenon.

3. As Dusk Falls

If the choice-and-consequence mechanic is what you love most, As Dusk Falls is a masterclass in branching narratives. Presented in a unique motion-comic art style, this crime drama tells the story of two families whose lives become entangled after a robbery goes wrong.

Every decision you make has significant weight, not only determining who survives but also shaping the characters and their relationships over decades. It features an incredibly detailed "story tree" at the end of each chapter, showing you the immense impact of your choices. It's a mature, gripping story that perfectly captures the high stakes of a Life is Strange narrative.

4. The Quarry

For those who enjoyed the darker, more suspenseful moments of Life is Strange, The Quarry is an excellent choice. From the developers of Until Dawn, this cinematic horror game follows a group of teenage camp counselors on the last night of summer. Your choices determine who lives and who dies.

While it leans more into horror, it shares so much DNA: a large cast of well-developed teenage characters, a story where your choices have permanent and deadly consequences, and a central supernatural mystery to unravel. It feels like a darker, higher-stakes version of a Life is Strange story.

5. What Remains of Edith Finch

While it's a "walking simulator" with very few choices, What Remains of Edith Finch is an absolute must-play for fans of emotional storytelling. You play as Edith, the last surviving member of her family, as you explore her ancestral home to learn how each of her relatives died.

Each family member's story is told through a unique and surreal gameplay vignette. It’s a beautiful, heartbreaking, and unforgettable game that perfectly captures the sense of family history, mystery, and magical realism that is so central to the Life is Strange series.

6. Beacon Pines

Beacon Pines is a unique and charming adventure game with a cute storybook art style that hides a surprisingly creepy mystery. You play as both the reader of a book and its main character, Luka. At key moments, you choose a word to fill in a blank, which drastically alters the story's path.

This clever mechanic is a fantastic representation of the "butterfly effect," as you can go back to previous choices and try a different word to unlock entirely new story branches. It's a fantastic choice for those who love the idea of exploring alternate timelines and seeing the direct consequences of their decisions.

7. Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden

Another fantastic title from DONTNOD, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is an action RPG with the heart of a Life is Strange game. You play as two ghost hunters, Antea and Red, who are also lovers. When Antea is killed and becomes a ghost herself, you must make a series of incredibly difficult choices that will determine her ultimate fate.

The entire game is built around a central, emotional relationship and a series of gut-wrenching moral dilemmas. While it features combat, the core of the experience is making choices about love, life, and death that will have profound consequences.

8. Road 96

Road 96 is a unique procedural narrative adventure where you play as different teenagers trying to flee a totalitarian country. Each journey to the border is different, as you meet a diverse cast of characters and make choices that will not only shape your own story but also influence the fate of the entire nation.

The game is all about choice and consequence, with a focus on freedom and rebellion that will resonate with fans of Chloe Price. The feeling of being on a journey where anything can happen is incredibly strong.

9. A Plague Tale: Innocence

While these are linear action-stealth games, the A Plague Tale series is included for its incredible focus on the relationship between two siblings, Amicia and Hugo. The entire story is about their bond and Amicia's fierce determination to protect her younger brother against overwhelming odds.

For players who were deeply invested in the protective relationships of Life is Strange (Max and Chloe, Sean and Daniel), this series offers one of the most powerful and well-written sibling dynamics in all of gaming, wrapped in a stunning and brutal historical setting.

10. Lake

If you're looking for a purely relaxing, choice-driven experience, Lake is a wonderful choice. You play as Meredith Weiss, who takes a break from her big-city career to spend two weeks delivering mail in her peaceful hometown.

There is no supernatural mystery or high-stakes drama. The gameplay is simply about driving the mail truck, delivering parcels, and having conversations with the local residents. The choices you make will determine what kind of relationships you build and what Meredith decides to do with her life. It’s a "slice-of-life" game that captures the small-town nostalgia of Life is Strange.

11. Coffee Talk: Episode 2 - Hibiscus & Butterfly

The continuation of the beloved barista simulator, Coffee Talk Episode 2 expands on the cozy and heartfelt experience of the original. You once again take on the role of the late-night barista, serving warm drinks to a cast of returning and new characters, each with their own personal stories and problems to share.

This sequel continues to be a perfect game for those who love the quieter, character-focused moments of Life is Strange. The gameplay is all about listening to people and creating a safe, comforting space for them. By serving the right drinks, you can influence their conversations and help them find clarity, making it a wonderful and relaxing narrative experience.

12. The Dark Pictures Anthology: House of Ashes

From the developers of The Quarry, House of Ashes is a cinematic horror game where your choices determine who lives or dies. Set during the Iraq War, a group of soldiers unearths a Sumerian temple filled with ancient monsters. It’s a great choice for those who want a choice-driven game but with more action and horror than Life is Strange.

13. Outer Wilds

Outer Wilds is a critically acclaimed exploration and mystery game. You are a rookie astronaut in a solar system trapped in a 22-minute time loop that ends with the sun going supernova. Your goal is to explore different planets and uncover the secrets of a long-dead alien race to figure out why this is happening.

While it's not a character-driven story, it perfectly captures the feeling of piecing together a massive mystery. For players who loved the "detective" work of Life is Strange and the thrill of discovery, Outer Wilds is a masterpiece of game design.

14. A Memoir Blue

A Memoir Blue is another short, interactive poem of a game. It tells the story of a champion swimmer as she dives into her memories to explore her complex relationship with her mother. The gameplay is a series of beautiful, surreal vignettes where you interact with objects to propel the story forward.

Like Florence, it's a fantastic choice for players seeking a purely emotional and artistic narrative experience.

15. Hindsight

Hindsight is a poignant narrative exploration game about a woman returning to her childhood home after her mother's death. You interact with her possessions, which become windows into her past, as you piece together the story of her life from birth to the present day.

Like What Remains of Edith Finch, it's a game about memory and family history. It’s a beautiful and emotional journey for players who appreciate thoughtful, reflective storytelling.

16. Before I Forget

Before I Forget is a short narrative exploration game where you play as a woman with early-onset dementia. You explore her home, and by interacting with objects, you piece together fragments of her memories to uncover the story of her life.

It's a powerful and empathetic game that explores themes of memory and loss. It's a fantastic, short experience for fans of emotional, character-driven stories.

17. Closer the Distance

Closer the Distance is a slice-of-life simulator that tells the story of a young girl named Angela, who survives a tragic car accident that puts her in a coma. You play as the ethereal form of her spirit, able to influence the loved ones who come to visit her bedside. Your choices will impact how they cope with their grief and ultimately determine Angela's fate.

This is a deeply emotional game about the consequences of your choices on a grieving family, making it a very strong thematic fit for the Life is Strange series.

18. Call of the Sea

Call of the Sea is a first-person adventure-puzzle game set in the 1930s. You play as Norah, a woman who has traveled to a mysterious island in the South Pacific in search of her missing husband's expedition. You must solve environmental puzzles to uncover the secrets of the island and her husband's fate.

While it's a linear puzzle game, it tells a strong, character-driven story with a supernatural mystery at its heart, which will appeal to fans of Life is Strange's narrative.

19. Drizzlepath: Deja Vu

Drizzlepath: Deja Vu is another atmospheric "walking simulator." You play as a man climbing a mountain on a journey of self-discovery. The story is told through the narrator's philosophical musings as you take in the beautiful scenery. It's a very relaxing and contemplative experience.

20. The Dead Tree of Ranchiuna

This is a short "walking simulator" where you play as a man returning to his home village after graduating from university, only to find it abandoned. The story unfolds as you explore the deserted town and learn about the events that transpired. It deals with themes of community and loss.

21. Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice

Hellblade is a linear action-adventure game, but it is included here for its groundbreaking and powerful depiction of mental health. You play as a Pict warrior who journeys into Viking hell to save the soul of her dead lover. The game's audio and visuals are designed to immerse you in her experience with psychosis.

For players who were moved by Life is Strange's willingness to tackle serious and mature themes, Hellblade is a dark, beautiful, and unforgettable journey into the mind of its protagonist.

22. A Plague Tale: Requiem

The stunning and heartbreaking sequel to Innocence, A Plague Tale: Requiem continues the story of siblings Amicia and Hugo. While it is a linear action-stealth game, its inclusion on this list is essential for one key reason: its masterful and emotionally devastating focus on the central sibling relationship.

The entire narrative is driven by Amicia's fierce, desperate love for her brother and the impossible lengths she will go to protect him. For players who were deeply invested in the protective bonds of Life is Strange - be it Max and Chloe or Sean and Daniel - A Plague Tale: Requiem offers one of the most powerful and well-written character-driven stories in modern gaming. It is a testament to how a strong, emotional narrative can create a similar feeling to the best choice-driven adventures.

23. Blacksad: Under the Skin

For players who love the detective and mystery-solving aspects of Life is Strange, Blacksad: Under the Skin is an excellent choice. Based on a popular comic book series, this is a narrative adventure game set in a 1950s New York populated by anthropomorphic animals. You play as John Blacksad, a cynical private investigator hired to solve a dark and gritty murder case.

The gameplay is a fantastic blend of exploration, investigation, and dialogue choices. You'll need to find clues, make deductions, and navigate conversations where what you say has a direct impact on the information you receive and how the story unfolds. It perfectly captures the feeling of being a detective piecing together a complex mystery, making it a great fit for fans of the genre.