The hardest decisions in games. The hardest decisions in the Dishonored games - the kidnapping of Lady Boyle

In modern games, it is common to give players a choice, but sometimes the decision is too difficult for us.

Video games love to present gamers with moral choices. And sometimes these decisions are so difficult to make that you want to avoid such responsibility. The death of a favorite character or extremely unpleasant consequences - it is almost impossible to make the right choice in such situations, because the right option practically does not exist. We decided to remember the most difficult decisions we made in video games and collect them in one list.

It’s worth mentioning right away that we will talk specifically about the decisions themselves, and not about the consequences (although in some cases one is complemented by the other). What decisions were difficult for you?

10. Life Is Strange – save your friend or Arcadia Bay

Life is Strange regularly presents players with decisions - most of which ultimately have no impact on the overall picture. The story of Chloe and Max's friendship, however, is set in a very fascinating way, so when the game gives us the last choice at the end, it is especially difficult for us.

After Max destabilizes time with her actions, she has to choose: either sacrifice her friend (whom she already saved once, which led to the current situation), or save her and doom Arcadia Bay to destruction. And the more attached you become to Chloe during the passage, the more difficult it will be to make a decision and the more questions you will be left with after the finale. Some argue that this is just an illusion of choice, which does not particularly affect the outcome, but this is a matter of taste.

However, it's a shame that other decisions we made during the game don't really affect anything; otherwise, she could have been among the leaders of this top.

9. Dishonored – Kidnapping of Lady Boyle

Dishonored is a great game for those who like to choose their own style of play. Here you can rush through the levels with a sword drawn, cutting out enemies left and right, or you can completely immerse yourself in stealth mode and never leave the shadows. If stealth in games has always been a determining factor for you, then the second option is ideal for you.

There are many decisions to be made in the game, but one of them stands out from the rest. The main campaign contains a quest with a rather dark ending, which anyone who wants to remain a secretive assassin will have to choose. It's about Lady Boyle's fate, which we decide: we either kill her or deliver her to a rather creepy guy who looks like a rapist. If you choose the second option, then this character will declare that Lady Boyle “will never be seen again,” which significantly exaggerates the story.

To be honest, I thought for a long time whether it was worth giving the girl to him just for the sake of a passive achievement. And he was not alone - many fans were outraged by the outcome of the quest when the game first came out.

8. The Witcher 2 – Roche or Yorveth?

The Witcher 2 is remembered for a whole range of difficult decisions from a moral point of view. However, the choice of the side in question has the most dramatic consequences, since it can change the overall impressions of the passage.

Of course, the game itself doesn't specify what consequences your decisions will bring, which makes them even more difficult to make. They are influenced by what kind of relationship the player had with the characters before being faced with this choice. And who should you help: the hero you rescued from prison, or the righteous man?

The interesting thing is that both characters have many sins, so any decision will mean a disaster - the only question is its scale. Would you like to flip a coin to decide your moral choice?

7. Infamous – needs of the majority?

Solutions in Infamous don't always work as the game's creators intended; in most cases, we simply cannot assess what is at stake, and therefore this or that choice does not seem difficult. But towards the end of the game, we are faced with a really difficult decision: to save Trisha (the protagonist’s girlfriend) or six doctors who can prevent the spread of the deadly virus.

The needs of the majority and one single life hang in the balance. The problem is that the decision needs to be made as quickly as possible, and any of these options can leave you alone with regret about what you did.

Alas, literally after a few minutes it becomes clear that there was simply no choice. The option to save the girl is a simple trick, since she was actually with the scientists all this time (and in any case is doomed to die, even if you decide to save the doctors).

6. Grand Theft Auto V – getting rid of the weak link

At the center of the story of Grand Theft Auto V was a company of three people. Michael, Trevor and Franklin. The long-standing quarrel between Michael and Trevor was a source of constant tension in the gang of robbers, as the writers did not forget to remind us about. By the final mission, this tension reached its peak, and we were faced with a choice: which of the heroes was the weak link in the team and who should be gotten rid of?

There was, of course, a non-obvious third option, which allowed us to move away from the difficult decision and leave all three heroes alive, so that after completing the story campaign we would be able to play for each of them. Here we can recall the moral dilemma from Grand Theft Auto IV, which confronted players somewhere around the tenth hour of the game; it also influenced how the game would look after the story was completed. Do you really agree with the passionate Michael's beliefs? Are you really annoyed by Trevor's constant madness? The player has the opportunity to separate these two forever, without unnecessary bloodshed.

Although, in truth, each of them accumulates so many sins by the end of the game that it is difficult to condemn people who decide to kill one of these heroes.

5. Fallout 3 – to explode or not to explode?

Fallout 3 is also known for the huge number of decisions it presented to players, but the most significant example is the quest in which you can destroy an entire city and all its inhabitants. The settlement of Megaton was built around a nuclear bomb, which for some reason has yet to explode. And this feeling of constant danger, apparently, did not bother the local residents. However, the inhabitants of Tenpenny Tower decided that Megaton did not fit into the beautiful landscapes of the wasteland.

The player is faced with a seemingly simple choice: blow up the city or defuse the bomb and get a house in Megaton. However, the problem is that Megaton is almost the only place in the game world (except for Washington) where you can become the owner of your own house, which can be turned into a profitable retail outlet. Therefore, by choosing the disruptive option, you deprive yourself of the opportunity to become a trader. On the other hand, this offers a very decent number of caps, which can make the passage much easier, and a free room in Tenpenny’s tower will at least slightly compensate for the ruined career of the store owner.

4. Splinter Cell: Double Agent - kill Lambert or spare him

Infiltrating a terrorist cell ultimately leaves Sam Fisher with difficult choices when his longtime boss, Irving Lambert, falls into the hands of the villains. They want him dead, and the role of executioner falls to Sam Fisher. Pull the trigger and Lambert will die, and you will greatly ruin your relationship with the NSA, but you will completely gain the trust of the terrorists. Spare Lambert and your entire cover will instantly collapse, and further levels in the game will become noticeably more difficult.

For those Splinter Cell fans who never missed a single part of the series, this was a truly difficult decision; the game forces us to kill one of our favorite heroes or come to terms with the fact that further passage will become much more difficult.

By the way, if you choose the option with mercy, Lambert will still die a little closer to the end of the game, so by and large the gamer’s decision changes little.

3. Until Dawn – Ashley or Josh?

Depending on which characters you become attached to in Until Dawn, the game sooner or later begins to create very tense situations, presenting us with harsh choices. Death awaits heroes around every corner, and sometimes even the most peaceful decisions become a catalyst for events leading to the death of a beloved (or hated) character. But this decision is perhaps too cruel even by the standards of the game.

In the early stages of the game, Chris shows an awkward interest in Ashley, and we can either accept these advances or reject them. A little later, this storyline receives an unexpected continuation when Chris falls into a trap made in the best traditions of “Saw”. The player is faced with a choice: which of the other two prisoners (Ashley and Josh) should he turn into a kebab? There is no third option, and the desperate cries of the characters emphasize the hopelessness of the moment (especially if you like BOTH characters).

From this point on, Josh's fate becomes very unenviable, even if you choose the option in which he remains alive. Ashley will survive in any case, but the player does not know this at the time of making decisions. It's funny that Josh himself manages to get out of this trap - a little later he reappears in the game with explanations designed to close the plot hole. But those few minutes were remembered by many gamers because the game required them to make a cruel decision.

2. Mass Effect 3 – kill or spare Mordin

In truth, any serious decision from . The choice between Ashley and Kaidan, the decision to save the Council and many other choices that led to the death of members of your squad or even entire races. Mass Effect is a series full of moral dilemmas, but one of them still plagues me.

During our adventures in Mass Effect, we learn about a genophage created to sterilize the Krogan race, allowing us to take control of them. There are several points in the game in which we can influence the final outcome of this storyline - either by destroying all research or sabotaging the creation of a cure. Each of these decisions has significant consequences, but the darkest outcome leads us to the final choice: save Mordin or destroy the cure. In the scene in which Mordin is about to destroy the only sample of the antidote, we can shoot him or spare him, allowing him to finish what he started.

The horror of this decision lies in the fact that Mordin has been a member of your squad since Mass Effect 2. If he survived until the third part, it means that you tried hard to protect him until this moment. His interesting character and sarcastic remarks could leave few people indifferent. And the realization that a character who has spent dozens of game hours with you must die by your own hand makes the decision truly difficult. In addition, you are given a split second to make a decision, so there is virtually no time to think - your instincts will decide everything for you. This is followed by a heartbreaking cutscene in which the wounded Morgan crawls with all his strength to the medicine, but dies in a pool of his own blood.

There's probably a special place in hell for everyone who shot Mordin. You are insensitive scoundrels.

1. The Walking Dead: Season One – to put Lee out of her misery or not?

As with the previous point, every key decision in The Walking Dead deserves a place on this list. Help Sean or Ducky? Which hero should be left to be devoured by the dead? Should Clementine be allowed to dine on human flesh? Kill Ducky or let Kenny pull the trigger? To be honest, there are simply no choices in the game that do not have dire consequences, as we are carefully reminded with phrases like.

For me personally, the final decision was a real blow below the belt. After five episodes in which we watched the development of the relationship between Lee and Clementine, these two were no longer perceived as anything other than father and daughter, and therefore the denouement of the first season of The Walking Dead made even the most die-hard gamers cry. At the end of the fourth episode, a zombie attacks Lee, leaving him with a bite, and therefore there is practically no time left to save Clementine. However, he manages to save the girl, but he himself is already losing his mind. As a result, the game switches to Clementine, who must either shoot Lee and ease his suffering, or watch him turn into a bloodthirsty zombie before her eyes.

The choice is complicated by the fact that Clementine clearly does not understand the seriousness of the situation. Lee himself is trying with all his might to convince the girl to make the right decision. For many players, this choice was the most difficult, even though it doesn't really change anything: we either turn Clementine into a killer, or force her to watch someone close to her turn into a monster. Both options seem terrible, which is why this solution deservedly comes out on top.

Have a nice time in a fun company of friends by organizing an unusual championship. Games are important not only for kids, but also for adults, because they can unite us even more. In addition, this is a great way to help new friends join the team, rather than stand alone against the wall all evening. We have selected 10 popular games that will allow you to have a good time. In our article you will find a variety of entertainment that trains the mind and develops the flexibility of the body.

When it comes to games for a large company, many people first of all remember “Mafia,” which conquered the whole world and gained many fans. To play intellectual detective, you will need a deck of special cards, which you can purchase on the Internet or draw yourself. You can also create your own map templates and order their printing in any edition. Well, if the above options do not suit you, take the most ordinary cards and agree with your friends what roles you will give them. For example: spades - Mafia, ace of spades - Mafia Boss, jack of hearts - Doctor, king of hearts - Commissioner and so on. To prevent players from spying on each other, it is advisable to wear masks or headbands as soon as the city falls asleep.

The essence of the game
There are three sides in the game: Mafia, Civilians and Maniac. The goal of the mafioso is to kill players at night and execute them during the day, posing as good heroes. The goal of the Citizens is to find and execute the Mafia. A maniac is a willful person who kills everyone indiscriminately.
Characters
The classic version has active and passive characters. The leader is a passive character who does not influence the course of the game, but coordinates the actions of all its participants.
Evil characters: Mafia (consists of the Boss and his henchmen), Maniac.
Good characters: Commissioner, Doctor, Peaceful Citizens.
Peaceful Citizens are passive players: they sleep at night, but can vote during the day, sending those they dislike to death.
The mafia wakes up at night.
The Mafia Boss chooses the victim to be hit. If the Boss dies, another mafioso takes over his post.
The maniac strikes any player at night.
The commissioner can check any player at night. If the Mafia or Maniac came to this player, the Commissioner's check scares away the criminals, saving the player's life.
The Doctor also makes his move at night and can cure anyone (one player), canceling the killing move of the Mafia or Maniac.

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In addition to the classic plot, there are many different game options. We advise you to choose the most creative friend with an excellent sense of humor for the role of Host. In your competitions, you can use references to various books and films. For example, a story about vampires and werewolves has become popular, where Count Dracula plays the role of the Boss, Dr. Frankenstein cures illnesses, and the Commissioner turns into Helsing or Buffy. The more friends you have, the more characters you can introduce into the game, making it even more fun!

The exciting game “Twister” will give you a reason to laugh at the awkward poses of your friends, and at the same time exercise, because during the game you will have to bend over, reach with your arms and legs to reach multi-colored circles and try to maintain your balance.

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One of the most popular youth entertainment abroad is the game “Question or Desire.” To determine the queue of players, you can use pointers (for example, a bottle) or transfer the turn clockwise.

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The detective quiz, which develops ingenuity and imagination, is a variation of the popular game “Danetki”.

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Examples of riddles

1) The body of a man was found in the middle of the desert, with a backpack lying next to him. The man was absolutely healthy, neither hunger nor dehydration caused death. What did he die from?
The answer: the key to the solution is the backpack in which the parachute was located, and the poor guy died because the parachute did not open.

2) The body of a security guard is found in the middle of the supermarket. The man was not attacked; he did not die from illness. There was only a sign next to him. What happened?
The answer: you've probably noticed signs in stores that say "Wet floor." It is obvious that the guard slipped on the wet floor and hit himself when he fell.

3) Near the sports ground, a man was found who died under mysterious circumstances. There are no visible wounds on his body. Detectives spotted a ball nearby. What happened?
The answer: a heavy basketball, flying out of the court, hit the poor guy in the head.

This game has many names and you are probably familiar with it. She gained particular popularity after the release of the film “Inglourious Basterds.”

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Example of a riddle
Player 1: Am I human?
Player 2: No.
Player 1: Am I the hero of the movie?
Player 2: Yes.
Player 1: Do I spit fire?
Player 2: Yes.
Player 1: Am I the dragon Drogon?
Player 2: Yes.

The round is won by the player who gives the correct answer by asking the least number of questions.

"Black Box" is a variation of the game "What? Where? When?”, where instead of the classic black box a black box is used. The peculiarity of the game is that all questions and answers are somewhat frivolous: they are related to sex, drinking, etc. You would not hear such questions in the television version.

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Example question for "ChSh"
The actors of the popular musical "Cats" attach microphones under their tights. Artists often dance and (to protect against sweat) wear THIS on the microphones. Attention question: what is in the black box?
Answer: condoms.

This quiz will allow you to test your erudition and compete in your thinking speed.

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Example of a riddle
Presenter: The phrase contains 3 words. The player can ask 3 questions.
Player: What time is it now?
Host: Look at the wall where the clock hangs.
Player: Is there life on Mars?
Host: Scientists disagree on this issue.
Player: Who's to blame?
Host: The root of the problem is hidden from our eyes.
Answer: Kozma Prutkov’s aphorism “Look at the root” is hidden.

Surely you are all very familiar with the game “Crocodile”, during which one participant silently shows the hidden word to a group of guessing players. In the fake "Crocodile" the rules are somewhat different.

Exciting quests in the style of “Find a way out of the room” have become one of the most fashionable entertainments. In almost any city there are questrooms where (for a moderate and not very reasonable fee) they will put on a whole show for you.

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“Literball” is an adult game in the style of “who can outdrink who.” Historians claim that its various analogues have existed from time immemorial in all corners of the planet. Those wishing to measure their ability to outdrink their opponents appeared as soon as mankind invented alcoholic drinks. They say that the ancient Greeks and Peter I especially liked such games. In the CIS countries, the so-called. “Drunk checkers”, in which instead of white and black checkers they use glasses with vodka and cognac or glasses with light and dark beer. As soon as you “eat” your opponent’s checker, you need to drink the contents of this glass and remove it from the board. More advanced players prefer Drunken Chess. For the game, silhouettes of chess pieces are drawn on the glasses with a marker.

However, “Drunken Checkers” and “Drunken Chess” can only be played by 2 people, so we will consider an option for a more crowded group. We are talking about a student game called “Beer Ping Pong” (or “Beer Pong”).

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Attention: students' favorite pastime can lead to alcohol poisoning. We advise you to take smaller glasses, so that later you won’t be excruciatingly painful for your aimlessly killed liver.

Among the mass of various adventure games, a separate subgenre can be distinguished - games in the “choose-you-own-adventure” style, which remind us of gamebooks or ordinary books. They always contain a deep, branched plot, a fascinating narrative and, of course, elements of choice.

Without your choice and constant decision-making, these games would not be as interesting. Developing these types of titles is a complex and time-consuming process, as authors need to consider the consequences of any choice you make.

That is why not many studios work in this genre. We present the best "choose-you-own-adventure" games available on the Android platform that deserve your attention.

Sorcery! Part 3

Inkle is well known for its gamebooks, but it manages to pack a lot more gameplay into them than its competitors. Sorcery! Part 3 is exactly that. In it, in addition to elements of the classic gamebook, you will find an open world and an original combat system. Moreover, the battles will be much more interesting and dynamic than you might imagine.

Gary Chalk's Gun Dogs

Tin Man Games is one of the most prolific studios working in the adventure game and gamebook genre. The most interesting thing is that this does not come at the expense of quality. Its development Gun Dogs is based on fantasy adventures and is built on a special engine developed by the studio itself. The game's narrative is rich in depth, and its visuals are created by renowned fantasy illustrator Gary Chalk.

Joe Dever's Lone Wolf

In this game from BulkyPix you will find not only a carefully written plot, but also a turn-based combat system implemented in 3D, which is unexpected for this genre - usually a similar style is typical for RPGs. The famous Joe Dever managed to make the gameplay of Lone Wolf very exciting and not get hung up only on the narrative, which not everyone can do.

Telltale's games are recognizable, and you are unlikely to confuse them with titles from other developers. They have a lot of retro adventure games in them, the story is also present, but most importantly - the decisions you need to make. They are the driving force behind The Walking Dead. Its post-apocalyptic world has a peculiar eerie beauty, it captivates and frightens at the same time, and your decisions lead to the most unexpected consequences and many surprises, only occasionally pleasant ones.

The Choice of Games studio made this game quite traditional - it has a lot of text and little graphics. The plot here is well written and detailed, and your choice, as always, depends on you. Mecha Ace is an example of a classic gamebook with elements of sci-fi and space opera, and it should be noted that the gamebook turned out to be very successful.

Among other games, this development by Cubus Games stands out for its dark style and rather brutal plot. The action in it takes place against the backdrop of an alien invasion, and your decisions often lead to the most unpredictable consequences. The authors managed to combine a thoughtful story and excellent visual parameters in one development.

Ryan North's To Be Or Not To Be

As you can see, the Tin Man Games studio has distinguished itself once again and is once again on our list. This time you will not find fantasy in the game - on the contrary, you will find yourself in the Middle Ages and immerse yourself in Shakespearean times. In this game, in addition to the serious elements of the plot, there is also a solid dose of humor, and beautiful illustrations complement the overall picture.

And again the Inkle studio with a well-known development based on the novels of Jules Verne. This steampunk story takes place against the backdrop of two famous characters, Phileas Fogg and Passepartout, traveling around the world. The outcome of their adventures directly depends on your decisions and the choices you make. Externally, the game looks very stylish, and its plot is truly captivating.

Game of Thrones

This development from Telltale Games is based on the same principles as The Walking Dead. You'll get the classic point-and-click experience with 3D graphics and storytelling with interactive elements. The storyline of this game is different from the one we know from books and the TV series; it is quite complex, but very interesting.

Another adventure game from Tin Man Games, which touches on superhero themes. It has enough dynamics and, at the same time, depth - and this is not such a common combination.

For those gamers who are extremely passionate about finding games that have similar Life is Strange atmosphere, we recommend checking out the list of the 15 best games similar to Life is Strange.

Developed by Dontnod, Life is Strange is an episodic computer game with elements of adventure in the genre of interactive cinema, which has won the hearts of many players around the world. The main participants in the events are schoolgirl Max Caulfield, who is interested in photography, and her bosom friend, punk girl Chloe Price.

Life is Strange is set in the ancient coastal town of Arcadia Bay, where intriguing dark secrets abound and things are not what they first seem. The most important part of the gameplay mechanics in Life is Strange is Max's mysterious ability to rewind time. She uses this ability in an attempt to change the course of the dramatic events unfolding before us.

Gamers who are fans of Life is Strange praise the game for its emotionally charged themes of friendship and loyalty, interesting characters with unique backgrounds and situations, and a stunning narrative with choice-and-consequence mechanics crafted with great confidence and sentimentality, accompanied by tender folk-pop soundtrack.

View our selection list of 15 games in the style of Life is Strange. All proposed games were selected according to the following criteria:

1. Each of these games features a choice-and-consequence game mechanic.
2. The moral choices of the players have a minor or significant influence on subsequent options for the development of the narrative.
3. Each game on this list features a cast of interesting characters, multiple story beats, and incredible replay value for gamers who like to see all the possible endings dictated by their choices.

With all that said, gamers who enjoy Life is Strange will definitely be able to enjoy these games.

Here are the 15 best games similar to Life is Strange:

15. Until Dawn

Until Dawn is an Action-Adventure game whose plot centers on eight teenagers fighting for their lives against an unknown serial killer. The main storyline includes numerous shocking plot twists, a lot of horror and a decent amount of gore. The premise of this Playstation 4 exclusive game is that players are allowed to explore the environment for hidden clues by quickly pressing the correct sequence of keys in fast-paced scenes and making key life-or-death choices that can lead to forks in events and different endings.

This is one of the few Life is Strange style games that has inspired many gamers to replay the game over and over again in an attempt to see the results of their choices. Many critics recommend Until Dawn for its amazing graphics, oppressive atmosphere and high-quality animation created using motion capture technology.

14. Heavy Rain

A game Heavy Rain from developer Quantic Dream is created in the action-adventure genre. It revolves around trying to unravel the mysterious identity of a serial killer known as the Origami Master. Heavy Rain features a rich, branching storyline in which the player's choices can either lead to the death of the characters or save them. \\A particular emphasis in Heavy Rain is placed on a variety of extremely sharp and second-chance QTEs (rapidly repeating sequences depicted on the button screen during dynamic scenes). All of the above is a guarantee that players will be kept in unrelenting tension for a long time.

13. Dragon Age: Inquisition

Dragon Age: Inquisition from BioWare is a sprawling RPG epic that has won legions of fans. Dragon Age: Inquisition is a game similar to Life is Strange in that it also gives players the ability to significantly change the main and side storylines through a series of complex moral choices that must be made in a rather complex political environment.

The game has an extremely dynamic combat system and a huge amount of beautifully voiced dialogue. Gamers who enjoyed Life is Strange will definitely recommend playing through this excellent game more than once to unlock all the treasures of the new content!

12. Mass Effect

Mass Effect is an epic sci-fi RPG trilogy. Its distinctive feature is the huge number of key ethical decisions and forks of events. This hugely successful and award-winning saga features a fantastic mixture of strong doses of adrenaline, an exciting leveling system and a huge amount of engaging dialogue. All lines are exceptionally well voiced (this is especially noticeable if you choose to play as a female character).

Mass Effect has a lot of heavy moral and philosophical thoughts that you are plunged into every now and then. The game was given the highest rating, ensuring that Mass Effect has earned its well-deserved place in the market as one of the best choice-and-consequence games. This is ideal for players who are looking for a Life is Strange style game.

11. The Walking Dead (seasons 1 and 2)

The Walking Dead(seasons 1 and 2) is an episodic interactive action-adventure game mostly known for its tense atmosphere, abundance of zombies, non-linear storyline and rich character dialogue. The Walking Dead, like Life is Strange, presents the player with a wide variety of difficult moral choices, some of which may cause the death of key characters.

This game series has won more than 80 awards of the year, each of which is well deserved. Gamers who crave games where events depend on their personal choices will not be disappointed with this great project.

10. Spec Ops: The Line

Spec Ops: The Line is the most underrated game on this list. This stunning, action-packed military shooter is completely different from the rest. The game is from a third person and has just an avalanche of intense alternating combat, which is echoed by an amazingly developed and thought-provoking storyline.

In the game you will have to make many difficult moral decisions, each of which leads to a climactic outcome. Critics praise Spec Ops: The Line for its ability to resolve controversial issues in ways that dramatically blur the lines between good and evil. Gamers who love Life is Strange will undoubtedly adore this gem as well.

9. Deus Ex: Human Revolution

Deus Ex: Human Revolution- a stunning symbiosis of first-person action with RPG elements, accompanied by sophisticated gameplay in the style of “choices and consequences”. Fans of the game rave about the game's engaging dialogue, multifaceted NPCs, open level design, and the ability to diversify the play style (e.g., be a solo hero, a spy, etc.).

This is one of the few games similar to Life is Strange in which players are asked to make key ethical decisions with very serious consequences for the storyline. The game also has a lot of technical innovations, collectibles and alternative paths to completing missions, which allows you to explore the game with interest.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution features a breathtaking orchestral score that provides the perfect soundscape for an intense sci-fi thriller.

8. Alpha Protocol

Despite the initial negative criticism from critics upon release, the game Alpha Protocol has stood the test of time and won a small but loyal following. They loved the game for its truly authentic plot, in which the course of events depends on the player’s choices. The game has been described as an "espionage RPG" that features a series of action and stealth missions. These missions give the player the opportunity to decide where his patriotic allegiances lie: self-righteous capitalists, the morally dubious American government, or religious extremists from the Middle East.

Each choice creates significant non-linearity in the narrative, which leads to a large number of unique dialogues. All of the above makes Alpha Protocol undoubtedly worthy of multiple playthroughs. Despite the genre differences, gamers looking for a Life is Strange-style game will find unexpected pleasure in this all-time less-than-polished spy thriller.

7. Fallout 4

Fallout 4 is a massive and highly immersive adventure RPG that draws you into an intricate story set against the backdrop of a devastated, post-apocalyptic Boston. Critics and players unanimously praised the game for its incredible, detailed open world, rich game content, highly customizable weapon and equipment crafting systems, complex and unique characters, and a perfectly chosen soundtrack.

An incredible array of life-altering moral decisions elevates Fallout 4 to the top of the list of Life is Strange-style games. There's also the bonus of a truly endless journey with countless hours of exploration and side quests.

6.Game of Thrones

Adventure game Game of Thrones is an episodic fantasy drama inspired by the novels of George R.R. Martin and the incredibly popular TV series. Similar to other Telltale Games titles, Game of Thrones allows players to make key moral decisions that affect the entire unfolding story, personal and political relationships.

This game is similar to Life is Strange in that it has a cast of richly developed main characters and plenty of plot twists that are guaranteed to keep gamers guessing about the end result of their tough decisions.

5. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a multi-platform action RPG. This is the final part of the trilogy, set in a dark fantasy world. The game offers countless hours of gameplay, exploration, exciting battles, and epic main and side storylines. The great thing is that there is no standard moral decision in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, as players are placed in complex political circumstances that significantly affect the world, its characters, the type of enemies and locations.

Gamers looking for a Life is Strange-style project will find themselves hooked on this game, which has earned Game of the Year recognition many times over.

4. inFAMOUS: Second Son

InFAMOUS: Second Son is an action adventure game with an open world and a third-person view that allows the player to feel like an “ordinary super hero.” Exclusive to Playstation 4, this game features a detailed, crumbling world, progressively evolving superhero powers and skills based on his moral choices, and an intriguing storyline.

InFAMOUS: Second Son is one of the few PS4 games in the Life is Strange style that allows players to make good or evil choices and how those choices impact the game world, character interactions, and storyline.

3. The Wolf Among Us

Inspired by the popular Fables comics, an episodic graphic game The Wolf Among Us is another adventure with a mystical plot twist from developer Telltale Games. Players control Bigby Wolf, who in the past was the most feared creature among the Tales. He is now the sheriff of a town dedicated to protecting the characters he once hunted.

The Wolf Among Us, like Life is Strange, is filled with many life-changing decisions that impact subsequent episodes. The game also features a great cast of intriguing characters, shocking plot twists and extremely emotional love moments.

2. Beyond: Two Souls

A game Beyond: Two Souls from the developers of Heavy Rain is one of the closest approximations to Life is Strange in terms of gameplay and emotional atmosphere. This game follows Jodie, voiced by Oscar nominee Ellen Page, and her psychic connection with a mysterious entity named Aiden.

What sets Beyond: Two Souls apart is its incredible voice acting, plenty of non-linear gameplay, and a story centered around complex characters and highly emotional situations. Players who enjoy Life is Strange will find this game to be very relatable to them.

1. Indigo Prophecy (Fahrenheit)

Another product from Quantic Dream (noticing a trend?) Indigo Prophecy may seem a little rough in appearance due to her advanced age - but don’t be fooled! This interactive action-drama game has been hailed as a cult classic by many for its intriguing central plot centered around the fulfillment of a strange prophecy. Indigo Prophecy has a good set of branching storylines, tough moral choices, time-limited answers, and interesting, even somewhat eccentric, characters. Fans of Life is Strange will not be disappointed with this pioneer of the genre.

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