La Derecha Diario Life is Strange will have its own series on Prime Video from Amazon
Amazon Prime Video will produce a series inspired by Life is Strange, the Square Enix saga that marked a generation of players
Life is Strange, released in 2015, revolutionized the graphic adventure genre thanks to its narrative approach and the story of Max Caulfield, a teenager with the power to rewind time. Its plot, filled with ethical dilemmas and youth drama, built a loyal community of followers.
However, the franchise's trajectory has been inconsistent. Subsequent titles received mixed reviews, and the most recent, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, did not meet Square Enix's expectations. The commercial failure even led to layoffs at Deck Nine, the studio responsible for development.
Amazon and Square Enix's bet
In this context, the confirmation of a series on Prime Video emerges as an opportunity to revitalize the saga. Amazon already has experience adapting video games to the screen, with recent cases such as Fallout and Like a Dragon: Yakuza, and upcoming projects like God of War and Tomb Raider.
The production will feature Charlie Covell, creator of The End of the F**ing World*, as showrunner, head writer, and executive producer. The team is completed by Story Kitchen, Amazon MGM Studios, LuckyChap (Margot Robbie's production company), and Square Enix. Covell emphasized that she will seek to preserve the essence of the story and connect with both original fans and new audiences.
Controversies and fan expectations
The announcement was not free from controversy. Christian Divine, writer of the first game, pointed out that "the original creators are not involved", which raised doubts about the adaptation's fidelity.
The main challenge will be to translate into a television format a narrative that in the video game depends on the player's decisions. The series will have to maintain the spirit of moral choices and consequences without the interactive component.
The future of Life is Strange on screen
While waiting for the cast announcement, expectations are focused on how iconic characters such as Max Caulfield and Chloe Price will be portrayed. For Square Enix, the television adaptation could reignite interest in the saga and pave the way for new projects.
Despite the doubts, the confirmation of this series places Life is Strange once again at the center of the conversation about video game adaptations and its potential to win over new audiences.
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