Life is Strange new game reveal confirmed for 20 January: Is Chloe Price back?

The rumours regarding the Life is Strange new game are about to be addressed. According to Square Enix's official announcement, this highly anticipated Life is Strange new game will be revealed on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, with a release window confirmed for later this year.

This official confirmation follows weeks of speculation after a ratings board leak suggested the return of a fan-favourite character. For gamers in the UAE, the timing of the reveal is perfectly placed for an evening watch.

Here is everything we know so far about the reveal event and the substantial leaks surrounding the game.

When to watch in the UAE

Square Enix has scheduled the broadcast for 10pm GST on Tuesday, 20 January 2026. This prime-time slot means UAE residents won't have to stay up until the early hours to catch the news live.

You can watch the stream directly on Square Enix's YouTube channel. The publisher teased the event on social media with the tagline, "Separate the real from the rumor," directly acknowledging the recent wave of leaks that have swept through the community.

The leaks: Is Chloe Price returning?

While the official reveal is days away, information has already surfaced via regulatory bodies. As reported by Video Games Chronicle, a PEGI ratings board listing seemingly leaked the game's premise weeks ago.

The leak identifies the Life is Strange new game as Life is Strange: Reunion, and its synopsis will likely thrill long-time fans. This potential title suggests an exciting direction for the Life is Strange Reunion narrative. The description suggests that Chloe Price—Max Caulfield’s best friend from the original game—is returning as a protagonist. The synopsis reads: "Chloe Price was Max Caulfield’s partner in time… Losing her is Max’s greatest regret. Now Chloe has come to Caledon University."

If accurate, this confirms a direct continuation of the storylines involving the original duo. The leak also mentions mature themes, including strong language and drug use, which is standard fare for the franchise.

What to expect from the gameplay

The Life is Strange new game is being developed by Deck Nine, the studio that handled Life is Strange: Before the Storm and the recent Double Exposure. While specific gameplay mechanics haven't been shown yet, the series typically focuses on choice-driven narratives, exploration, and supernatural abilities.

Given the narrative focus, players can expect a similar structure to previous entries. However, seeing how gaming IP is expanding—Amazon recently greenlit a Fallout reality show based on that universe—Square Enix may have broader plans for the franchise's 10-year anniversary.

For PC players hoping to jump in at launch, now might be a good time to ensure your rig is ready. The new Dell XPS and Alienware lineup announced at CES 2026 suggests we are seeing a jump in hardware capabilities this year, and Life is Strange games have become increasingly graphically demanding with their move to Unreal Engine 5.

Platforms and release date

Square Enix has confirmed a 2026 release date for the Life is Strange new game, though specific platforms remain unannounced. We anticipate the full Life is Strange 2026 release date details will be shared soon. Based on recent history, we expect a launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is also a strong possibility if the hardware is available by then.

We will have the full confirmed details, including UAE pricing and pre-order bonuses, immediately following the stream on 20 January.

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