Life is Strange

The original Life Is Strange is indeed a five-episode episodic game centered on time-rewinding mechanics, though the description of its revolutionary impact requires some nuance.

The game follows Max Caulfield, a photography student who discovers she can rewind time after witnessing her childhood friend Chloe Price being shot. This rewind ability is central to the gameplay and narrative, allowing players to explore consequences of their choices and alter outcomes. The series is structured around , with each episode presenting meaningful decisions.