Life is Strange #3

It really has been a privilege to see the story of Dontnod's "Life is Strange" continue on in comic-book form. Writer Emma Vieceli has done a splendid job thus far capturing the voices of our favorite characters and giving the series some clever and unique new twists. And issue #3 continues to deliver the goods, even if it's not quite as emotionally fulfilling as the excellent second installment.I don't want to discuss the specifics too much, as issue #3 begins to pay off on the setup and give us major revelations about the nature of just what is occurring. There's too much room for unintentional spoilers. But what I will say is that by the time this third chapter comes to a close, you'll have some of the answers... but also more questions as well. And if you're like me... you won't be able to contain your excitement for the upcoming fourth and final issue.As has always been the case with this particular one-shot, the standout here is Vieceli’s excellent understanding of the source material. Particularly the dynamic and connection between our main characters Max and Chloe. Their companionship was the beating heart of the original game, and you feel it full-force here. Additionally, the artwork is as gorgeous as ever and coloring is lush and beautiful to look at. It’s really just a solid comic all around.My only real complaint is that the second issue was such an emotional powerhouse that this one just doesn’t quite compare. Again, I don’t want to spoil anything, but issue #3 is more focused on exposition and storytelling than character development. So it’s missing a bit of the heart that really struck a chord with me last time. But that’s really just a minor complaint in an otherwise splendid new installment.As a fan, I’m giving issue #3 a 4.5 out of 5. (Rounding up to 5 for the sake of Amazon’s review service.) It left me shocked and wanting more, which is exactly what it needed to do.

Another great issue making me want to scream and cry. I don't know if I'm ready to know how this is going to end. I want Chloe and Max together. I want everyone in Arcadia bay to be alive too!!! So many feels.

Well written. It’s true to the characters. The first comic is all intros and the 2nd and 3rd are where it takes off and sucks you in. Can’t wait for the 4th to come out. I wish I had 20 to read.

Every issue so far has left me excited for the next one, and this one is no different. I was really surprised and pleased and I can't wait

The Adventure of Max and Chloe continues! I wish the comics were longer though. Other than that it's great to have as a fan.

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I'm not even sure what to say anymore about this series. Utter mindfuck! I'm not sure if I feel frustrated or endured about the direction this series is going, but I rate it 3 stars for how some parts blew me away excitedly and others abruptly. Can't wait to see how this all ends with issue 4.

Issue 2 was an improvement over issue 1 in that Max's time-changing episodes were better explained and illustrated. Issue 3 is a step back and everything has gotten confusing again. Everything is jumbled and I'm not sure how this series can be resolved in just one more comic book. I hope this wasn't the creators' offering in lieu of an actual game because it's not good.And in this issue, the fact that Chloe and Rachel's romantic relationship was scrapped for the comics was made doubly apparent. Not a fan of the direction the comics have taken.