If you’ve wondered what happened to Chloe in Life is Strange: Double Exposure, it comes up in a crucial conversation with Safi, a key character. Serving as a direct sequel to the 2015 game, Double Exposure allows you to carry over pivotal decisions—specifically, did you choose “Bae or Bay”? That choice shapes the beginning of this new story, influencing not only Chloe’s fate but also Max’s emotional journey.
Let’s dive deeper into Chloe’s fate in Life is Strange and how it impacts this follow-up story. Both Chloe and Safi are central characters, and eventually, you’ll even be tasked with tracking down Safi’s camera as part of the adventure.
What Should You Say Happened to Chloe in Double Exposure?
When Safi questions Max about Chloe, she stumbles upon a photograph in the Snapping Turtle (a place you’ll revisit later for a mystery involving the Cow Skull). You can either define your relationship with Chloe or decide how Chloe’s fate played out.
If you’ve imported a save from the original game, your choices will be reflected; if not, you can make selections that best suit your vision for Max’s story.
Defining Max’s Relationship with Chloe
Safi will ask Max about her past with Chloe, offering two choices: “We were just friends” or “We were high-school sweethearts.” This decision is more about Max’s character arc, which influences her relationships and self-discovery in Double Exposure.
Whether you see Max as a friend or something more with Chloe can help guide the direction of her story.
The Choice: What Happened to Chloe?
When Safi digs deeper, asking what happened to Chloe, you’ll have two responses: “She Died” or “We Grew Apart/Broke Up” (the wording may vary depending on your first response). This is where you decide the world state in Double Exposure, giving a nod to the original Life is Strange and setting the tone for how Max reflects on her past.
- If You Choose “She Died”
Choosing “She Died” reflects the choice to “Sacrifice Chloe” in the original game. This decision impacts Max’s interactions in Double Exposure: you’ll see social media posts from Blackwell alumni, texts from Joyce, and messages from Max’s parents. Chloe’s memory is preserved through two polaroids displayed on Max’s wall, and while this won’t drastically change the plot, it does add emotional weight to Max’s inner monologue. - If You Choose “We Grew Apart”
Opting for “We Grew Apart” suggests that you chose “Sacrifice Arcadia Bay.” In this scenario, Max will recount that she and Chloe simply drifted apart. Details in Max’s journal, old texts between her and Chloe, and photos on her wall all point to a nostalgic but distant friendship. This choice doesn’t bring Chloe back, but it fills Max’s world with remnants of a time they once shared.
Both options add depth to Life is Strange: Double Exposure, creating a longer, more immersive experience that leaves you contemplating past choices. So, choose carefully—as Max reminds us, some things can’t be undone, no matter how much you wish otherwise.
