I really loved this series and I'm sorry you got nasty comments for your decision to choose Ryan. I actually watched your series BECAUSE you were one of the only ones I found that picked Ryan. I liked his character a lot and wanted to see what different decisions did for his story arch. Thank you for sharing your playthrough! I actually think choosing to stay in Haven fits Alex's character really well. Alex never seemed to express a desire to be a professional musician - if anything she expresses a desire to not perform in front of people. Aside from in the beginning, where she said she and Gabe use to dream of cutting demos, I can't think of anything she said to indicate that that might be what she really wanted. I think there is beauty in creating music for her own healing and catharsis without having to build her life around it as an ambition. She seemed to me like she wanted a home and community more than she wanted to succeed in the music business. But that was just my interpretation of it. I'm looking forward to watching more of your content!
Before I take the next few hours to curl up with a blanket and this video, I just want to say: thank you, Tofu. Thank you for this series and for working so hard on it to bring it to us. I love watching playthroughs of this game and yours has been one of my favorites. As a long time sub here on YT (since the Spiderman 2018 days, I just rarely comment), it's amazing to see how far you've come from the early days in your DBH playthrough. Can't wait to see what you play next!
You truly made this series magical and just perfect. I'm so happy I waited for your videos in this because you truly add something great to everything you do
I’ve only just found this series a few days ago (I only just found the game a few weeks ago), and I’ve watched in every moment of down time I’ve had because I’ve been so enthralled by the personality you bring to your playthrough, and the sincerity you bring to the world as a person. This might sound weird or super corny, but seeing you being the type of person you are actually helped me realize a few things about the type of person I am, want to be, and what kind of people I want to keep around in my life. You feel like a good friend I’ve known forever because of how genuine you are. I hope life continues to find you well, and you receive all the support you need from the people that matter to you. Regardless of whatever rude opinions of you people might express online, I hope you continue to chose to really listen only to the more positive ones. You helped me, and made a positive mark in my world, so please keep making content. I’d love to see that magic reach more people. Have a lovely day!
Thorough, thought-provoking, and insightful... the three adjectives I would use to describe every single video of yours I've watched to date and I have no doubt that will continue, particularly now having gotten to know you a bit better and seeing the amount of time, effort and passion you pour into every single one of your projects. Unquestionably one of the best content creators around and a real hidden gem. Next up for me is your RDR1 playthrough with 'daddy' John Marston 😼 and then we'll see where things go from there! Thanks, Tori!
1:53:15 The consequence of every action layed forth. People have been healed, exposed, and even redeemed. Lifelong trauma confronted, taking that bull by more than just its horns. And with an emotional 5 episode journey only seconds from ending, what’s the last goodbye Tofu manages? “I gotta take out this contact, hold on..” I got a good laugh out of that. Great series!
Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. I finished the game a couple of weeks ago and its been interesting watching your decisions, your emotions and also tangents. It made the playthrough all the more interesting. Keep on keeping on Tofu
A late comment, but I turned to this playthrough after having a real Life is Strange itch recently.. and it was gorgeous! I really appreciated your taking a moment on the final decision and explaining the reconciliation between your self and the character of Alex.. and I feel as though that demonstrates a maturity that completely justifies your decision, and what I think is your philosophy tackling these games! To understand other perspectives is a rare gift in humans I feel, and to be able to do that and still respectfully do your own thing, whilst acknowledging the validity of another experience is even more so. I loved this playthrough! I'm so sorry to hear about the biphobic comments at the time of playing, and totally understand the appeal of Ryan A) with his swooning looks and B) with the stability he seemed to represent.. There's absolutely nothing wrong with following your heart without it validating your identity!
I don't usually make comments but I'm glad you decided to finish this game on YT. I'm glad that this game gave you good feelings and hope that they stay with you. I enjoy your narrative as you play... hearing your take on the characters or situations that come up through a game. You do a good job.
I've neve been this early. You uploaded! I',m going to bed now will watch tomorrow but before I do i just showed a friend of mine your channel but she subscribed to you because of your new twitter handle. That's literally why. Anyway have a great weekend hope Halloween was cool!
I very rarely leave comments on UA-cam, but I wanted to say that I really appreciate all the effort you put into your videos. They are always very enjoyable to watch and it always brightens my day when one of your videos shows up in my feed.
Glad you enjoyed and are finding your stride again with making new content! Been following your channel silently for a good long while now and you've always had a genuine touch that's refreshing to watch. Don't let weird toxic commenters get you down, they're the minority. Most people are like me, just enjoying what you do quietly from the sidelines. Keep it up, play what you like and it'll be great!
Felt pretty bad for Mr Chen. Clearly scarred by his wife's passing, he suffered a mental breakdown and after the incident he felt obliged to give up his own children. Does not justify his actions, but he clearly had his reasons for doing so. Anyways, loved the playthrough Tori! Hopefully it will not be too long till we can all revisit the Life is Strange universe once more!
About the whole confessing after getting away with a crime: you can absolutely do that and, from what I understand, you won’t need to worry about being arrested and tried for that issue again. That’s thanks to a little rule called no double jeopardy which prevents the government from repeatedly charging someone with the same crime until they get it to stick. However, you better believe that someone will sue you in civil court (in Diane’s case for fraud or maybe civil conspiracy for the death of Gabe and attempted killing of Alex) or, if you lied on the stand in the process of the original trial, you may be brought on trial for perjury and go to jail for that. Just thought folks might want to know!
The finale is here!!!! so excited for this, I've been sick all week and have been hoping that you would find the time to upload it this week, it makes staying in bed for hours a little less miserable :´)
Don't really have anything funny or clever to say after this one. It was a hell of a ride, but a little too much of it hit a little too close to home this episode. Still, True Colors honestly really turned me around on this series, thanks in no small part to you, and I'm really glad I followed you in and gave this a shot where I otherwise wouldn't have. Looking forward to whatever's next!
The thing that made me choose Ryan was mostly due to the fact that alex experienced true pure joy for the first time. It unlocked something about her ability that she never new was there. Idk I found that whole scene with them just………wonderful. Although I did do a second play through because I just wanted to see the alternative and I liked it too. The “seek adventure” choice seems to fall more in line with Alex/steph while the “stay in haven” is more towards Alex/Ryan in my option
I loved your playthrough of this game. It's sad that it's finally over but damn what Gabe said in the end really made me think about my own life. I am looking forward for your next series!!
I'm glad I found your channel and was able to watch this. The time you took to discuss the reactions and what you though of the situations made it a very interesting playthrough. They should put a warning that the first half of this video may give flashbacks (especially to difficult childhoods). Gabe and John fighting and Alex breaking it up reminded me of having to do the same thing to my mum and brother after my dad died. I ended up having to watch a funny video to get my focus back (after just composure back after the hospital scene. My mum died from cancer 10 years after my dad died. Ouchies, big case of the sads right there) I was reading through the meds list and literally went: Oh I've had that one...and that one. I can see how Eleanor came to her reasoning. Dementia messes with the mind. The mind, of course plays tricks on you. Some things won't make sense. I think Eleanor knew how messed up the mind can be (having early onset dementia and through all the brochures the hospitals and care homes sent her) and was attempting to be sympathetic with Alex. Trying to help Alex the same way Alex helped her. By jove, that game was an emotional roller coaster and a half. Thanks for taking us on that ride Queen Tofu
After playing this, it's my favorite game of all time. No contest. I got the platinum trophy in opening week and I just felt sad that I finished it. You'll definitely love wavelengths. I really did. I just wish I could play this game for the first time again and again.
Out of the meds that Alex was taking, I think they were all kind of antipsychotic/manic depressive/etc type meds, probably since she had a lot of outbursts from her power. Here's the meds with their more commonly used trade names: Aripiprazole(Abilify), Methylphenidate(Ritalin), Risperidone(Risperdal). Thanks for doing the playthrough, was great to watch!
I actually strongly agree with what you said at the end, that you didn't expect people to be so mad about picking Ryan. I was utterly shocked as well. There are people who legit *HATE* the guy. And that's just so crazy - we finally get a likeable straight love interest, and people get mad? Like.... why? I'm really glad you picked him, my boy deserves it. Thanks for the playthrough!
@@chrism4886 but it makes sense, doesn't it? It doesn't even have to be a father per se, i just think that it's highly likely that you'd rather believe someone who you spent all/most of your life with, rather than some rando you met a month ago, no? I mean, of course it's all subjective, so this is just my perspective on things, but I'm just sad that people hate the guy for a) being a straight romance option, b) not believing Alex in chapter 5 which was a super realistic thing to do, in my opinion. And these people kind of ignore all the good things he did for Alex throughout the story... Sorry for the rant™, i just get so frustrated when people hate on Ryan bc his character kinda resonates with me a lot ahaha
@@chrism4886 did Alex take Charlotte’s anger in your play through? That’s the main way to get him off your side, because he HAS to be there when Alex figured out Typhon buried something. That honestly makes a lot of sense for me, and it seems likely he would stick up for his father over Alex due to him being bombarded with this information.
As a person who doesn't hate Ryan, left with Steph and liked this gameplay, I have to say it hurts me this ending because when Steph leaves and Gabe says "It hurts", it really does.
Great observation on the Mine Haunt arcade game! It hadn't occurred to me, but you're totally right: that's some eerie foreshadowing. There's also Alex's prophetic "It was so fun seeing Jed play the villain. What a good sport" line, and the details of his LARP role: the town's sham king. Anyway, thanks so much for the playthrough! Really enjoyed seeing your take on things--glad you pushed through the asinine comments.
I cried when i first saw that scene where she plays "dido-thank you" on the record. it just hit to close to home. It reminded me of having to hide in my bedroom while my mom and dad where shouting at each other. It was around the time that song came out and i have actual memories of scenes like that with that song playing on the radio. it caught me very off guard
I felt the same way when listening to it. I had to distance myself emotionally from the game after that moment (focus on looking for humour in the game instead of focusing much more on the emotions of the game). The song just brought up some repressed shit I forgot I even had.
Hey Tofu, I know I'm probably really late to this haha but I really appreciate that you played this series. You were so insightful and I loved everything you had to say all throughout. You've taught me a lot and given me a new perspective on, I suppose my life? and my future. Your platform is a really special place, your work and passion is so valuable. Thank you.
t took longer for Ryan to stand up for you because that was his father Steph always stands up for you because she has no loyalty to Jed and has no reason to stand up for him, Ryan needed time to process his dad being a killer but overall he does really care about Alex and just needed time to process someone who he looked up to and took care of him for so long really was a horrible person I think Ryan was always good for Alex, he saved her life, was the first time she saw joy and the first person she told about the power and I feel like he had more time with alex the only scene between Steph and alex that was shown really was the foosball scene wasn’t really deep but Ryan always had deep scenes for alex and cared about her deeply Steph just wanted to have fun which that’s completely fine but I feel as Alex would be happier with Ryan also Eleanor didn't stand up for you because you didn't tell her about Gabe's death
27:31 My mum kept her sewing supplies in that exact same tin too, and I know of many other people who did the same. And I live in Italy, so I guess it's an international thing? That's so weird.
Got recommended from UA-cam from out of nowhere but honestly it was a blast to watch ur play-through. There's a dlc where u can play as Steph in LIS True Colors, u should absolutely play it, then u gonna know so much more about Steph and who she really is, peace.
Wow what a ride! I was dying when you were rooting for Alex to show up and I'm so glad it happened! Thanks for this wonderful experience of a playthrough and think now it's time to rewatch the older games with you playing them :D.
Very awesome Tofu! Love the reactions. Different than mine, but...very cool. Glad to see how you thought about the choices. BTW, remember Alex is an empath, kind of psychic. She's pulling from her own memories and her abilities to embrace who he was. It's kind of amazing to get a window into people, and how we connect to them. Glad you enjoyed this. It's a really good game. Also, choosing for you or for Alex...? Both are viable. That's why there is a choice...so isn't the choice YOU made the choice Alex would make?
Finally getting around to finishing this episode and I have to say as a let's play creator, your end comments about the negative comments or lower views speaks SO much to me. I respect your opinions and loved hearing your thoughts about that side of stuff. I'm so glad you kept playing for YOU and ignoring the negative comments ☺💖 you're the best!
xD it was hard watching this series at times because i had made so many choices different from yours and didnt want to spoil the other choices for me, but the last choice i agree is the best one. alex never really had a home and wanted a home so badly but could never make one for one reason or another. its perfect for her in my opinion. now that its over and i dont put any expectations on your view of the game, this is easily without contest my favorite life is strange game and even my game of the year. i really, REALLY did not think i would love this game so much. i just thought it was wonderfully written and directed, just so many amazing moments i gotta say. so much so that i made a music video dedicated to it (shameless plug ;)) the first game at least i felt at the end just left a really bad taste in my mouth. just didnt feel great about either of the last options in 1. but i remember finishing this game and it took like 2 weeks for the "true colors high" to go away, idk what else to call it but it was just like so calming, so satisfying, something i dont think ive had with a games ending in a long time. so thank you queentofu for the playthrough, was lovely to come along on this journey with you and look forward to whats to come! :D
I feel like Ryan's complicated feelings about everything is valid. He just realizes his dad, someone he looked up 2 and raised him his whole life, is a murderer and a liar. That's a lot 4 someone 2 take in, even if it's coming from someone he likes and cares about. It's a hard truth 2 accept
I was also trained to be an experimental rather than clinical psychologist. I think if someone was a nasty person they could write themselves a note like that, but would be unlikely to share that evaluation with others because that's highly abnormal and, in a way, predatory to think about someone whose mental well being you are supposed to protect like that. Love your videos, keep it up.
Great playthrough Tofu I would absolutely recommend playing Stephs story because the alternative POV gives huge insight to Steph as a character as well as a fresh view on Alex and her experience of Haven as a town Its a very different type of game than True Colours so not sure if I'd recommend putting it up on UA-cam but I'd still strongly recommend you play Stephs Story (or it's alternate title "sad, lonely gay DJ simulator)
I also chose to stay in Haven and my main reason was that when you’ve struggled so long and have lacked ANY stability for most of your life the idea of finding someplace where you can just live and enjoy life with ppl you care about feels like the ultimate dream come true. And I think with everything Alex has gone to she deserves and probably needs a break from adventure and to just enjoy her life for once and further enjoy the legacy Gabe left behind. I feel like there’s so much more to learn about with the characters stories and backgrounds and that leaving immediately after finding out everything seems impulsive in the worst of ways. If I was in Alex’s shoes I’d like to just live and exist in one place for once. There’s so much more potential endeavors for her to explore. And while moving around constantly and impulsively may work for Steph I don’t think it would work for Alex especially considering the foster care system has forced her to move around constantly for a large part of her life and she’s never had the chance to rlly make everlasting bonds and enjoy being in one place. This was my reasoning for picking to stay in Haven
Eleanor would have been on your side and believed you if you had just told her about Gabe's death, but you decided to no tell her, so by not telling her, she forgot about Gabe's final send off on the bridge. That's how Riley found out about Eleanor's condition.
I'm glad you made the choices you made in the end tofu, because in the end without your choices the story isn't told and that would make amazing games like this redundant. On a personal note I lost a family member of late and watching your journey with Alex has helped massively, so thank you 😊
Thank you so much for this emotional rollercoaster we could experience with you! I loved your thoughts about your decisions, this game and its characters. I have to admit that I also played the game from my point of view and thus, Alex just seemed more content and happy around Ryan and staying in Haven. I think that‘s the beauty of this game that you can put your own personality in and choose which version of Alex you want to be. Had I played her differently, I can also totally envision her being with Steph playing music around the world… it just wasn‘t for me ☺️. I really wish you happiness and health for whatever you do next, if it’s new projects or privately - please take care and have a great day! 🍀💚
I really like Ryan and I chose him for my Alex too and I do not regret it...Okay, Steph was the first to say that she believed Alex but it was easier for her because it wasn't about her father, it wasn't her father who had just been accused of murder. Ryan was conflicted for a while, but in the very same scene he sided with Alex and wanted his father to confess. And I also don’t understand why some people felt as if Ryan wasn’t worthy of Alex’s affections because he’s the son of a monster since the guy had absolutely no idea. All in all I think Ryan is the better choice for Alex. After everything that happened, he seemed like the stability that she needed, whereas Steph is maybe a touch more volatile.
I 100% agree! Its always extremely unfair to compare steph and ryan’s reactions and I dont get how people think its a fair especially the people who group ryan in with his dad like no ryan had nothing to do with it and shouldnt be punished for it
Ryan is definitely worthy of Alex, but it just...feels weird now. I just don't know how someone would be able to get over the whole thing within a few days haha.
@@QueenTofu i think that unfortunately the developers put way more effort in Steph's romance than Ryan's. You Just need to give a look to how the last cutscenes played different and somehow better if you romanced her (Gabe final speech and your lover entering the door)
Another heartfelt story driven down the hatch just like the good ol days, absolutely loved this playthrough glad to share this journey Tofu love your work 😻🎶
thank you for this playthrough. it was an amazing journey, i really loved every moment of it. i’m also sorry for the bi-phobic comments, people should respect each other choices without criticizing them.. you’re stronger than them and you proved it by going on. 💗 will you play steph’s dlc? it has some easter eggs from the first game, i think you’ll like it, and we’ll learn more about steph past. i think this is my fav life is strange game now.. i grew with the brand, and the brand grew with us, being more mature and warm with this new chapter 🥺
I had the same Diane’s audio interview on the laptop at the end, but I’ve seen like dozens of gameplays and reacions on YT and everyone had another type of interview where she said that she can’t be forgiven for what she had done and stuff like that. Is there someone here Who can explain that? Does it depends on how many council members you convince? Because I had luckily everyone on my side.. I don’t know but I’m glad I’m not the only one who got this 😂
I suspect it has to do with what Alex says to her when Diane accuses her of lying. You implore to her conscience instead and I think she'll be more remorseful in her confession.
I really enjoyed this playthrough, I would've never bothered with the series but after taking this journey imma start playing them. Although in the end I have different opinions on the situation with Ryan and how he could possibly handle all of that at once especially when it involves a loved one but it's an interesting take that makes great conversation and reflection. Keep up the great work, until the next one..
If she was acquitted of the crime, then yes she could confess and it would be impossible to charge her again. It is called double jeopardy. But if the case was only dismissed, then the State could bring charges again.
I really enjoyed this playthrough. You had excellent commentary and insight, and it really enhanced the experience. Also, I respect the choice to condemn rather than forgive. I feel like forgiveness is usually presented as the default "good" option, the one you're expected to go with - but what happened was a BIG deal, and it would be completely unreasonable to expect that of someone in Alex's position. Even the usual sayings about how "forgiveness is about yourself and moving on" are kinda shallow and don't measure up to the weight of what's actually going on there. So yeah, good on you for following your gut.
I'm glad with the choices You made. Some of them were way different than I expected, still I appreciate the fact that You remained honest with Yourself. 😃You can even ignore those who are mad at You, because You picked Ryan as Your soulmate (everyone prefers different kinds of people after all). 😆Thank You so much for being You while playing this game. I might chat with You on Discord too.😉
Hi Queen Tofu I pray for you for the rest of 2021 I love to see more streams after Xmas and 2022 I love your channel too this episode went nuts this the same as the First Episode you are in a dream after a dream Like Before the Storm and the First one kind of
I know this was something you were dealing with 2 years ago but I hate that you were getting bi-phobic comments and hate directed towards you. I LOVED your play through. I left Haven with Steph so it was wonderful to see the inverse choice played out. Also it seems that Eleanor supports you if you keep her secret and remind her Gabe died. Not to brag but I got the whole council to believe me. However leaving town is kinda heartbreaking cause it cuts to Ryan for a sec and he's crying on the rooftop while everyone else is seeing Steph and Alex off at the bus stop.
I forgave him partly because if you forgive someone who has hurt you so much, it cuts them deeper emotionally. You can tell them you forgive them but actually never do in your head.
He looked the children of a man he got killed in the eye and acted like he cared and then covered up the death of one of them and tried to kill the other. Why the fuck should anyone ever forgive that fucker?
Pick whoever you want. I don’t really comment on your videos (in fact this could be my first) and that’s going to change. I forget, that if I don’t comment then you don’t know the smile I get when I see you’ve uploaded. In keeping with the theme of the game, be true to you, if that’s Ryan then pick Ryan. If you think an office chair would be Alex’s soulmate then roll that bitch down the isle. You can never be wrong for choosing an option that is true to you. I’ve watched your entire uncharted saga playthrough, your Red dead 1+2 playthrough, wolf Among us and the Nolan trilogy (batman begins was the first video I ever saw). The reason I watch all that is because of you. Your personality, your choices, your takes, your reactions. Don’t ever feel like you’re wrong, you are you and that can never Be wrong
i tend to no comment and just drop the like but i feel like i want to had my 2 cents , i know it can be hard at time with some of the unavoidable negativity but just remember the good comments and positivity there is a lot of them down there in the comments !! oh and i really enjoyed the journey , thx for making my laugh a tons with your comments and thoughts , also knows that a lot appreciate you and support you !
I think Haven is the correct choice for Alex, however I don't necessarily think it should come down to who's dating who. When you consider how much floating Alex has done her whole life, would you not want to give her the home she's always wanted? What would her musician's life on the road be, anyway? I mean, she's played two cover songs in the whole five episodes, and is she just going to bounce from temporary home to temporary home, is that much different from her life before Haven? Also consider that this game takes place in 2019, what if Alex left and found herself stuck in a major city in mid-2020 during covid? lmao
thank you for yet another amazingly emotional LP, tofu! it’s always a joy to see you upload. this is probably my favorite life is strange game so far and i’m excited to see where deck nine goes with the series next. hope you take a look at how some scenes differ if you romance steph over ryan! both love interests were amazing this time around! thank you again tofu, and hope to see you return to the world of true colors to give wavelengths a go
I really loved this series and I'm sorry you got nasty comments for your decision to choose Ryan. I actually watched your series BECAUSE you were one of the only ones I found that picked Ryan. I liked his character a lot and wanted to see what different decisions did for his story arch. Thank you for sharing your playthrough! I actually think choosing to stay in Haven fits Alex's character really well. Alex never seemed to express a desire to be a professional musician - if anything she expresses a desire to not perform in front of people. Aside from in the beginning, where she said she and Gabe use to dream of cutting demos, I can't think of anything she said to indicate that that might be what she really wanted. I think there is beauty in creating music for her own healing and catharsis without having to build her life around it as an ambition. She seemed to me like she wanted a home and community more than she wanted to succeed in the music business. But that was just my interpretation of it. I'm looking forward to watching more of your content!
Say what you want about how Alex survive the fall, but I'm more impressed about her eyeglasses, that's one hell of a frame and I need one
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@@QueenTofu no, seriously.. I need that frame. I always broke mine lmao
Before I take the next few hours to curl up with a blanket and this video, I just want to say: thank you, Tofu. Thank you for this series and for working so hard on it to bring it to us. I love watching playthroughs of this game and yours has been one of my favorites. As a long time sub here on YT (since the Spiderman 2018 days, I just rarely comment), it's amazing to see how far you've come from the early days in your DBH playthrough. Can't wait to see what you play next!
You truly made this series magical and just perfect. I'm so happy I waited for your videos in this because you truly add something great to everything you do
Really thank you tofu for this playtrough. Literally the best out there and i know this finale Is gonna be fire!
I’ve only just found this series a few days ago (I only just found the game a few weeks ago), and I’ve watched in every moment of down time I’ve had because I’ve been so enthralled by the personality you bring to your playthrough, and the sincerity you bring to the world as a person. This might sound weird or super corny, but seeing you being the type of person you are actually helped me realize a few things about the type of person I am, want to be, and what kind of people I want to keep around in my life. You feel like a good friend I’ve known forever because of how genuine you are. I hope life continues to find you well, and you receive all the support you need from the people that matter to you. Regardless of whatever rude opinions of you people might express online, I hope you continue to chose to really listen only to the more positive ones. You helped me, and made a positive mark in my world, so please keep making content. I’d love to see that magic reach more people. Have a lovely day!
Thorough, thought-provoking, and insightful... the three adjectives I would use to describe every single video of yours I've watched to date and I have no doubt that will continue, particularly now having gotten to know you a bit better and seeing the amount of time, effort and passion you pour into every single one of your projects. Unquestionably one of the best content creators around and a real hidden gem.
Next up for me is your RDR1 playthrough with 'daddy' John Marston 😼 and then we'll see where things go from there! Thanks, Tori!
1:53:15 The consequence of every action layed forth. People have been healed, exposed, and even redeemed. Lifelong trauma confronted, taking that bull by more than just its horns. And with an emotional 5 episode journey only seconds from ending, what’s the last goodbye Tofu manages?
“I gotta take out this contact, hold on..”
I got a good laugh out of that. Great series!
Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. I finished the game a couple of weeks ago and its been interesting watching your decisions, your emotions and also tangents. It made the playthrough all the more interesting. Keep on keeping on Tofu
A late comment, but I turned to this playthrough after having a real Life is Strange itch recently.. and it was gorgeous! I really appreciated your taking a moment on the final decision and explaining the reconciliation between your self and the character of Alex.. and I feel as though that demonstrates a maturity that completely justifies your decision, and what I think is your philosophy tackling these games! To understand other perspectives is a rare gift in humans I feel, and to be able to do that and still respectfully do your own thing, whilst acknowledging the validity of another experience is even more so. I loved this playthrough! I'm so sorry to hear about the biphobic comments at the time of playing, and totally understand the appeal of Ryan A) with his swooning looks and B) with the stability he seemed to represent.. There's absolutely nothing wrong with following your heart without it validating your identity!
I don't usually make comments but I'm glad you decided to finish this game on YT. I'm glad that this game gave you good feelings and hope that they stay with you. I enjoy your narrative as you play... hearing your take on the characters or situations that come up through a game. You do a good job.
She surely adds things to the games she plays (comments,analysis,thougths). I don't get how others just stares at the game and get loads of views
I've neve been this early. You uploaded! I',m going to bed now will watch tomorrow but before I do i just showed a friend of mine your channel but she subscribed to you because of your new twitter handle. That's literally why. Anyway have a great weekend hope Halloween was cool!
I very rarely leave comments on UA-cam, but I wanted to say that I really appreciate all the effort you put into your videos. They are always very enjoyable to watch and it always brightens my day when one of your videos shows up in my feed.
Glad you enjoyed and are finding your stride again with making new content! Been following your channel silently for a good long while now and you've always had a genuine touch that's refreshing to watch. Don't let weird toxic commenters get you down, they're the minority. Most people are like me, just enjoying what you do quietly from the sidelines. Keep it up, play what you like and it'll be great!
Haven IS on Spotify!!! Been listening to it almost every night before falling asleep thinking about your playthrough. Thanks a lot and congrats!!!
In before the thumbnail squad is the best feeling 😌
Felt pretty bad for Mr Chen. Clearly scarred by his wife's passing, he suffered a mental breakdown and after the incident he felt obliged to give up his own children. Does not justify his actions, but he clearly had his reasons for doing so.
Anyways, loved the playthrough Tori! Hopefully it will not be too long till we can all revisit the Life is Strange universe once more!
„we should take the pickaxe in case there’s a Wendigo down here“ how the stories have collided😂
About the whole confessing after getting away with a crime: you can absolutely do that and, from what I understand, you won’t need to worry about being arrested and tried for that issue again. That’s thanks to a little rule called no double jeopardy which prevents the government from repeatedly charging someone with the same crime until they get it to stick. However, you better believe that someone will sue you in civil court (in Diane’s case for fraud or maybe civil conspiracy for the death of Gabe and attempted killing of Alex) or, if you lied on the stand in the process of the original trial, you may be brought on trial for perjury and go to jail for that. Just thought folks might want to know!
It depends on gow they got away if they were acquitted your right
The finale is here!!!! so excited for this, I've been sick all week and have been hoping that you would find the time to upload it this week, it makes staying in bed for hours a little less miserable :´)
im so sorry! i hope you feel better soon!!! ❤️
Sorry for you, get well soon!
This has been an absolute highlight of my month. Been a hectic past few weeks, but watching tofu plays LiS really makes everything feels better
Don't really have anything funny or clever to say after this one. It was a hell of a ride, but a little too much of it hit a little too close to home this episode. Still, True Colors honestly really turned me around on this series, thanks in no small part to you, and I'm really glad I followed you in and gave this a shot where I otherwise wouldn't have. Looking forward to whatever's next!
The thing that made me choose Ryan was mostly due to the fact that alex experienced true pure joy for the first time. It unlocked something about her ability that she never new was there. Idk I found that whole scene with them just………wonderful. Although I did do a second play through because I just wanted to see the alternative and I liked it too. The “seek adventure” choice seems to fall more in line with Alex/steph while the “stay in haven” is more towards Alex/Ryan in my option
Opinion*
I loved your playthrough of this game. It's sad that it's finally over but damn what Gabe said in the end really made me think about my own life. I am looking forward for your next series!!
I'm glad I found your channel and was able to watch this. The time you took to discuss the reactions and what you though of the situations made it a very interesting playthrough.
They should put a warning that the first half of this video may give flashbacks (especially to difficult childhoods). Gabe and John fighting and Alex breaking it up reminded me of having to do the same thing to my mum and brother after my dad died. I ended up having to watch a funny video to get my focus back (after just composure back after the hospital scene. My mum died from cancer 10 years after my dad died. Ouchies, big case of the sads right there)
I was reading through the meds list and literally went: Oh I've had that one...and that one.
I can see how Eleanor came to her reasoning. Dementia messes with the mind. The mind, of course plays tricks on you. Some things won't make sense. I think Eleanor knew how messed up the mind can be (having early onset dementia and through all the brochures the hospitals and care homes sent her) and was attempting to be sympathetic with Alex. Trying to help Alex the same way Alex helped her.
By jove, that game was an emotional roller coaster and a half. Thanks for taking us on that ride Queen Tofu
After playing this, it's my favorite game of all time. No contest. I got the platinum trophy in opening week and I just felt sad that I finished it. You'll definitely love wavelengths. I really did. I just wish I could play this game for the first time again and again.
Out of the meds that Alex was taking, I think they were all kind of antipsychotic/manic depressive/etc type meds, probably since she had a lot of outbursts from her power. Here's the meds with their more commonly used trade names:
Aripiprazole(Abilify), Methylphenidate(Ritalin), Risperidone(Risperdal).
Thanks for doing the playthrough, was great to watch!
I actually strongly agree with what you said at the end, that you didn't expect people to be so mad about picking Ryan. I was utterly shocked as well. There are people who legit *HATE* the guy. And that's just so crazy - we finally get a likeable straight love interest, and people get mad? Like.... why? I'm really glad you picked him, my boy deserves it. Thanks for the playthrough!
I hate him because of the ending I got. I supported him every way just for him to also turn on me in the Black Lantern and side with his father.
@@chrism4886 but it makes sense, doesn't it? It doesn't even have to be a father per se, i just think that it's highly likely that you'd rather believe someone who you spent all/most of your life with, rather than some rando you met a month ago, no? I mean, of course it's all subjective, so this is just my perspective on things, but I'm just sad that people hate the guy for a) being a straight romance option, b) not believing Alex in chapter 5 which was a super realistic thing to do, in my opinion. And these people kind of ignore all the good things he did for Alex throughout the story...
Sorry for the rant™, i just get so frustrated when people hate on Ryan bc his character kinda resonates with me a lot ahaha
@@chrism4886 did Alex take Charlotte’s anger in your play through? That’s the main way to get him off your side, because he HAS to be there when Alex figured out Typhon buried something. That honestly makes a lot of sense for me, and it seems likely he would stick up for his father over Alex due to him being bombarded with this information.
As a person who doesn't hate Ryan, left with Steph and liked this gameplay, I have to say it hurts me this ending because when Steph leaves and Gabe says "It hurts", it really does.
Great observation on the Mine Haunt arcade game! It hadn't occurred to me, but you're totally right: that's some eerie foreshadowing. There's also Alex's prophetic "It was so fun seeing Jed play the villain. What a good sport" line, and the details of his LARP role: the town's sham king. Anyway, thanks so much for the playthrough! Really enjoyed seeing your take on things--glad you pushed through the asinine comments.
I like your hair style queen ❤
Alex walking into the Black lantern bloody reminds me of John walking into the camp at the end of RDR2
I cried when i first saw that scene where she plays "dido-thank you" on the record. it just hit to close to home. It reminded me of having to hide in my bedroom while my mom and dad where shouting at each other. It was around the time that song came out and i have actual memories of scenes like that with that song playing on the radio. it caught me very off guard
I felt the same way when listening to it. I had to distance myself emotionally from the game after that moment (focus on looking for humour in the game instead of focusing much more on the emotions of the game). The song just brought up some repressed shit I forgot I even had.
@@QueenTofu yeah same
Hey Tofu, I know I'm probably really late to this haha but I really appreciate that you played this series. You were so insightful and I loved everything you had to say all throughout. You've taught me a lot and given me a new perspective on, I suppose my life? and my future. Your platform is a really special place, your work and passion is so valuable. Thank you.
t took longer for Ryan to stand up for you because that was his father Steph always stands up for you because she has no loyalty to Jed and has no reason to stand up for him, Ryan needed time to process his dad being a killer but overall he does really care about Alex and just needed time to process someone who he looked up to and took care of him for so long really was a horrible person I think Ryan was always good for Alex, he saved her life, was the first time she saw joy and the first person she told about the power and I feel like he had more time with alex the only scene between Steph and alex that was shown really was the foosball scene wasn’t really deep but Ryan always had deep scenes for alex and cared about her deeply Steph just wanted to have fun which that’s completely fine but I feel as Alex would be happier with Ryan also Eleanor didn't stand up for you because you didn't tell her about Gabe's death
100% agree Well said! 👏🏽
Well said.
27:31 My mum kept her sewing supplies in that exact same tin too, and I know of many other people who did the same. And I live in Italy, so I guess it's an international thing? That's so weird.
Got recommended from UA-cam from out of nowhere but honestly it was a blast to watch ur play-through. There's a dlc where u can play as Steph in LIS True Colors, u should absolutely play it, then u gonna know so much more about Steph and who she really is, peace.
Wow what a ride! I was dying when you were rooting for Alex to show up and I'm so glad it happened! Thanks for this wonderful experience of a playthrough and think now it's time to rewatch the older games with you playing them :D.
thank you for this journey, it's been very comforting to watch the series after playing the game for myself
what an absolutely wonderful playthrough. Loved every minute of it.
I really love being early. Also, forgot to add, really loving the hair this ep!
Very awesome Tofu! Love the reactions. Different than mine, but...very cool. Glad to see how you thought about the choices.
BTW, remember Alex is an empath, kind of psychic. She's pulling from her own memories and her abilities to embrace who he was. It's kind of amazing to get a window into people, and how we connect to them. Glad you enjoyed this. It's a really good game. Also, choosing for you or for Alex...? Both are viable. That's why there is a choice...so isn't the choice YOU made the choice Alex would make?
Finally getting around to finishing this episode and I have to say as a let's play creator, your end comments about the negative comments or lower views speaks SO much to me. I respect your opinions and loved hearing your thoughts about that side of stuff. I'm so glad you kept playing for YOU and ignoring the negative comments ☺💖 you're the best!
Some people have kids just to have them while still knowing that they can barely take care of themselves.
xD it was hard watching this series at times because i had made so many choices different from yours and didnt want to spoil the other choices for me, but the last choice i agree is the best one. alex never really had a home and wanted a home so badly but could never make one for one reason or another. its perfect for her in my opinion.
now that its over and i dont put any expectations on your view of the game, this is easily without contest my favorite life is strange game and even my game of the year.
i really, REALLY did not think i would love this game so much. i just thought it was wonderfully written and directed, just so many amazing moments i gotta say. so much so that i made a music video dedicated to it (shameless plug ;))
the first game at least i felt at the end just left a really bad taste in my mouth. just didnt feel great about either of the last options in 1. but i remember finishing this game and it took like 2 weeks for the "true colors high" to go away, idk what else to call it but it was just like so calming, so satisfying, something i dont think ive had with a games ending in a long time.
so thank you queentofu for the playthrough, was lovely to come along on this journey with you and look forward to whats to come! :D
Really enjoyed watching you play!
Hey, really like your playthroughs, especially Life is Strange. Was wondering if you uploaded 2-5 episodes of season 2 somewhere?
Thank you for all the hard work and for bringing us through this incredible journey
I feel like Ryan's complicated feelings about everything is valid. He just realizes his dad, someone he looked up 2 and raised him his whole life, is a murderer and a liar. That's a lot 4 someone 2 take in, even if it's coming from someone he likes and cares about. It's a hard truth 2 accept
I was also trained to be an experimental rather than clinical psychologist. I think if someone was a nasty person they could write themselves a note like that, but would be unlikely to share that evaluation with others because that's highly abnormal and, in a way, predatory to think about someone whose mental well being you are supposed to protect like that. Love your videos, keep it up.
Life is Strange always make me cry. Love your gameplays Tofu. Will you play Life is Strange Wavelengths the Steph DLC?
Great playthrough Tofu
I would absolutely recommend playing Stephs story because the alternative POV gives huge insight to Steph as a character as well as a fresh view on Alex and her experience of Haven as a town
Its a very different type of game than True Colours so not sure if I'd recommend putting it up on UA-cam but I'd still strongly recommend you play Stephs Story (or it's alternate title "sad, lonely gay DJ simulator)
Really loved watching your playthrough! Very interesting to see someone else's perspective.
I also chose to stay in Haven and my main reason was that when you’ve struggled so long and have lacked ANY stability for most of your life the idea of finding someplace where you can just live and enjoy life with ppl you care about feels like the ultimate dream come true. And I think with everything Alex has gone to she deserves and probably needs a break from adventure and to just enjoy her life for once and further enjoy the legacy Gabe left behind. I feel like there’s so much more to learn about with the characters stories and backgrounds and that leaving immediately after finding out everything seems impulsive in the worst of ways. If I was in Alex’s shoes I’d like to just live and exist in one place for once. There’s so much more potential endeavors for her to explore. And while moving around constantly and impulsively may work for Steph I don’t think it would work for Alex especially considering the foster care system has forced her to move around constantly for a large part of her life and she’s never had the chance to rlly make everlasting bonds and enjoy being in one place. This was my reasoning for picking to stay in Haven
Eleanor would have been on your side and believed you if you had just told her about Gabe's death, but you decided to no tell her, so by not telling her, she forgot about Gabe's final send off on the bridge. That's how Riley found out about Eleanor's condition.
Thank you for this journey! I hope you will also play the Dlc :3
Well I’ve officially been rewinding the headphones/dido song part and crying for two hours, so… thanks?
Wonderful play through you did an awesome job! Such a great series too!
Ugh... this whole time I'm like please let me hug Alex... :(
I feel like the stay or go question is a simple one. Her whole life she craved a home and a place she belonged... she found it. Simple.
I'm glad you made the choices you made in the end tofu, because in the end without your choices the story isn't told and that would make amazing games like this redundant. On a personal note I lost a family member of late and watching your journey with Alex has helped massively, so thank you 😊
i love ryan so much..
Awwwww yeah. I've been waiting for this
Thank you so much for this emotional rollercoaster we could experience with you! I loved your thoughts about your decisions, this game and its characters. I have to admit that I also played the game from my point of view and thus, Alex just seemed more content and happy around Ryan and staying in Haven. I think that‘s the beauty of this game that you can put your own personality in and choose which version of Alex you want to be. Had I played her differently, I can also totally envision her being with Steph playing music around the world… it just wasn‘t for me ☺️.
I really wish you happiness and health for whatever you do next, if it’s new projects or privately - please take care and have a great day! 🍀💚
Awesome Series, I don't know if you know but there is a DLC where you play as Steph if you haven't played that yet
I really like Ryan and I chose him for my Alex too and I do not regret it...Okay, Steph was the first to say that she believed Alex but it was easier for her because it wasn't about her father, it wasn't her father who had just been accused of murder. Ryan was conflicted for a while, but in the very same scene he sided with Alex and wanted his father to confess. And I also don’t understand why some people felt as if Ryan wasn’t worthy of Alex’s affections because he’s the son of a monster since the guy had absolutely no idea.
All in all I think Ryan is the better choice for Alex. After everything that happened, he seemed like the stability that she needed, whereas Steph is maybe a touch more volatile.
100% agree, everything you said here is spot on!
I 100% agree! Its always extremely unfair to compare steph and ryan’s reactions and I dont get how people think its a fair especially the people who group ryan in with his dad like no ryan had nothing to do with it and shouldnt be punished for it
Ryan is definitely worthy of Alex, but it just...feels weird now. I just don't know how someone would be able to get over the whole thing within a few days haha.
@@QueenTofu i think that unfortunately the developers put way more effort in Steph's romance than Ryan's. You Just need to give a look to how the last cutscenes played different and somehow better if you romanced her (Gabe final speech and your lover entering the door)
I'm glad you kept playing too. My wife watched some of this video with me and is contemplating buying this game and some other Life is Strange games.
Another heartfelt story driven down the hatch just like the good ol days, absolutely loved this playthrough glad to share this journey Tofu love your work 😻🎶
1:29:22 yes indeed. Source- If I Did It by O.J. Simpson.
thank you for this playthrough. it was an amazing journey, i really loved every moment of it. i’m also sorry for the bi-phobic comments, people should respect each other choices without criticizing them.. you’re stronger than them and you proved it by going on. 💗
will you play steph’s dlc? it has some easter eggs from the first game, i think you’ll like it, and we’ll learn more about steph past.
i think this is my fav life is strange game now.. i grew with the brand, and the brand grew with us, being more mature and warm with this new chapter 🥺
No Ryan is better, Steph is alright friend only
Team Ryan 100%
Also, that hairstyle, you look super cuteeee🥰
Ikr? Although I prefer her hairstyl when she was playing chapter 3.
I had the same Diane’s audio interview on the laptop at the end, but I’ve seen like dozens of gameplays and reacions on YT and everyone had another type of interview where she said that she can’t be forgiven for what she had done and stuff like that. Is there someone here Who can explain that? Does it depends on how many council members you convince? Because I had luckily everyone on my side.. I don’t know but I’m glad I’m not the only one who got this 😂
I suspect it has to do with what Alex says to her when Diane accuses her of lying. You implore to her conscience instead and I think she'll be more remorseful in her confession.
Keeping Gabe's death from Eleanor highlights it as being positive for you, not for her.
I really enjoyed this playthrough, I would've never bothered with the series but after taking this journey imma start playing them. Although in the end I have different opinions on the situation with Ryan and how he could possibly handle all of that at once especially when it involves a loved one but it's an interesting take that makes great conversation and reflection. Keep up the great work, until the next one..
If she was acquitted of the crime, then yes she could confess and it would be impossible to charge her again. It is called double jeopardy. But if the case was only dismissed, then the State could bring charges again.
It was fun watching you go playthrough this.
That typhoon ceo is easter egg for boeing ceo right? Both named dennis as well.
awesome playthrough! I hope you do a playthrough of the Steph's Wavelengths DLC next.
I really enjoyed this playthrough. You had excellent commentary and insight, and it really enhanced the experience. Also, I respect the choice to condemn rather than forgive. I feel like forgiveness is usually presented as the default "good" option, the one you're expected to go with - but what happened was a BIG deal, and it would be completely unreasonable to expect that of someone in Alex's position. Even the usual sayings about how "forgiveness is about yourself and moving on" are kinda shallow and don't measure up to the weight of what's actually going on there. So yeah, good on you for following your gut.
Also - "I don't want Jed *dead*" ... but if he were dead, would that maybe help redeem him a bit? Perhaps a Jed Dead Redemption?
I can’t believe I’m this early
But I love this series so good fun
ur hair looks so good !!
Awesome play through. Are you going to play wavelengths? It’s going to be steph’s story a year before Alex comes to haven springs.
Will you be playing the Wavelengths bonus episode of True Colors?
44:16 *goes to an orphanage*
YO, WHAT'S WITH ALL THESE HOMELESS KIDS? KINDA FREAKING ME OUT!
I'm glad with the choices You made. Some of them were way different than I expected, still I appreciate the fact that You remained honest with Yourself. 😃You can even ignore those who are mad at You, because You picked Ryan as Your soulmate (everyone prefers different kinds of people after all). 😆Thank You so much for being You while playing this game. I might chat with You on Discord too.😉
1:42:38 Beautifully put, Tori. Well said.
Hi Queen Tofu I pray for you for the rest of 2021 I love to see more streams after Xmas and 2022 I love your channel too this episode went nuts this the same as the First Episode you are in a dream after a dream Like Before the Storm and the First one kind of
Hey I Hope you Play the dlc as well. Loved your playthrough
I know this was something you were dealing with 2 years ago but I hate that you were getting bi-phobic comments and hate directed towards you. I LOVED your play through. I left Haven with Steph so it was wonderful to see the inverse choice played out.
Also it seems that Eleanor supports you if you keep her secret and remind her Gabe died.
Not to brag but I got the whole council to believe me. However leaving town is kinda heartbreaking cause it cuts to Ryan for a sec and he's crying on the rooftop while everyone else is seeing Steph and Alex off at the bus stop.
54:49 Yeah, I'm still honestly clueless about that myself... seems like a bit of a major omission lol
Love your videos
So is it time for the DLC?
For the next video🤔
I forgave him partly because if you forgive someone who has hurt you so much, it cuts them deeper emotionally. You can tell them you forgive them but actually never do in your head.
Holy crap knowing how nice tofu is I thought she was going to forgive him
He looked the children of a man he got killed in the eye and acted like he cared and then covered up the death of one of them and tried to kill the other. Why the fuck should anyone ever forgive that fucker?
Pick whoever you want. I don’t really comment on your videos (in fact this could be my first) and that’s going to change. I forget, that if I don’t comment then you don’t know the smile I get when I see you’ve uploaded. In keeping with the theme of the game, be true to you, if that’s Ryan then pick Ryan. If you think an office chair would be Alex’s soulmate then roll that bitch down the isle. You can never be wrong for choosing an option that is true to you. I’ve watched your entire uncharted saga playthrough, your Red dead 1+2 playthrough, wolf Among us and the Nolan trilogy (batman begins was the first video I ever saw). The reason I watch all that is because of you. Your personality, your choices, your takes, your reactions. Don’t ever feel like you’re wrong, you are you and that can never Be wrong
i tend to no comment and just drop the like but i feel like i want to had my 2 cents , i know it can be hard at time with some of the unavoidable negativity but just remember the good comments and positivity there is a lot of them down there in the comments !! oh and i really enjoyed the journey , thx for making my laugh a tons with your comments and thoughts , also knows that a lot appreciate you and support you !
I love how positive the comments are about Ryan, i expected alot of hatred for such an unfair choice forced onto him.
Well he Is an amazing character same goes for Steph.
I think Haven is the correct choice for Alex, however I don't necessarily think it should come down to who's dating who. When you consider how much floating Alex has done her whole life, would you not want to give her the home she's always wanted?
What would her musician's life on the road be, anyway? I mean, she's played two cover songs in the whole five episodes, and is she just going to bounce from temporary home to temporary home, is that much different from her life before Haven?
Also consider that this game takes place in 2019, what if Alex left and found herself stuck in a major city in mid-2020 during covid? lmao
thank you for yet another amazingly emotional LP, tofu! it’s always a joy to see you upload. this is probably my favorite life is strange game so far and i’m excited to see where deck nine goes with the series next. hope you take a look at how some scenes differ if you romance steph over ryan! both love interests were amazing this time around! thank you again tofu, and hope to see you return to the world of true colors to give wavelengths a go
Have y’all noticed Gabe wearing Ryans clothes at some pictures?)