Life Is Strange
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 886 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 837 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 939 fps | 763 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 848 fps | 689 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 909 fps | 727 fps | 591 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 824 fps | 659 fps | 527 fps | 428 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 905 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 955 fps | 776 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 841 fps | 683 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 818 fps | 665 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 966 fps | 773 fps | 628 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 881 fps | 705 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 994 fps | 795 fps | 636 fps | 517 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 852 fps | 682 fps | 545 fps | 443 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 618 fps | 494 fps | 395 fps | 321 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 945 fps | 768 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 848 fps | 689 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 939 fps | 752 fps | 611 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 928 fps | 742 fps | 594 fps | 483 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 795 fps | 636 fps | 509 fps | 414 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 701 fps | 561 fps | 448 fps | 364 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 682 fps | 545 fps | 436 fps | 355 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 644 fps | 515 fps | 412 fps | 335 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 587 fps | 470 fps | 376 fps | 305 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 530 fps | 424 fps | 339 fps | 276 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 455 fps | 364 fps | 291 fps | 236 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 330 fps | 264 fps | 211 fps | 171 fps |
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About
"Life is Strange," released in 2015, is an innovative adventure game that combines puzzle-solving elements with deep narrative choices. As an episodic title that allows players to rewind time, it significantly alters how decisions impact gameplay and storytelling. This unique mechanic sets it apart within the indie genre, making it a memorable experience for those who enjoy narrative-driven games.
In terms of PC performance, "Life is Strange" is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1052 for satisfactory gameplay. The minimum CPU score is about 2662, along with 4 GB of RAM, allowing it to run smoothly on a wide range of hardware. Players can expect decent FPS on medium graphics settings, ensuring that both high and low-end systems can enjoy the game without significant performance issues.
With a solid rating of 83/100, "Life is Strange" is highly recommended for fans of the adventure genre, particularly those who appreciate storytelling and choice. Its unique gameplay mechanics offer a captivating experience that is well worth exploring.
Performance profile
Released in January 2015, Life Is Strange sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
Life Is Strange is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Extremely light — Life Is Strange runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
You are Max, a photography senior who saves her old friend Chloe by discovering she can rewind time. The pair soon find themselves exposed to the darker side of Arcadia Bay as they uncover the disturbing truth behind the sudden disappearance of a fellow student. Meanwhile, Max begins to have premonitions as she struggles to understand the implications of her power. She must quickly learn that changing the past can sometimes lead to a devastating future.
