Life is Strange Trophy Guide & Road Map

Life is Strange
Life is Strange Trophy Guide

Overview:

Estimated trophy difficulty: 1/10 (Platinum Difficulty Rating)
Offline trophies: 61 (59, 1, 1)
Online trophies: 0
Approximate amount of time to platinum: 10 - 20 hours (Estimated Time to Platinum)
Minimum number of playthroughs: 1
Number of missable trophies: None, can use Collectible Mode to obtain missed Photos
Glitched trophies: None
Does difficulty affect trophies?: N/A

Introduction

Welcome to Life is Strange, the new episodic series from Dontnod, the developers of Remember Me. In the game you play as Max, a young female photography student who returns to attend a prestigious school in her Pacific Northwest home town of Arcadia Bay and soon discovers she can mysteriously rewind time. After saving her friend Chloe from a grim fate, she finds herself exposed to the darker side of Arcadia Bay as she begins to uncover the disturbing truth behind the mysterious disappearance of a fellow student.

As you play through the game you make choices which have consequences that can alter the events in the story, however this time around you have the ability to rewind time to alter how short-term events unfold depending on the choices you make, while the longer term consequences remain unknown.

The story is told in the episodic style of popular Telltale games such as The Wolf Among Us and The Walking Dead (without the associated QTE), with a touch of Heavy Rain, influences from the Twin Peaks TV show, and a good dose of the Remember Me memory remix mechanic added in. This makes for a very enjoyable experience and the game is lots of fun to play. The game does touch on some sensitive social issues such as suicide and online bullying, and may be upsetting to some who have experienced these situations themselves, however the developer has taken care to ensure that these subjects are presented as part of the story narrative in an appropriate manner.

Each episode contains collectibles in the form of 10 optional photos that can be taken to earn trophies. These are quite easy to find if you spend a bit of time exploring the various areas in the game, but if you do miss some you can replay any chapter in Collectible Mode, a special chapter select option that allows you to replay parts of a chapter and take the optional pictures without any of your decisions having an impact on your main game save. Your in-game journal shows images for each missing photo that will give you a hint regarding what to look for, and the trophy guide has images of all photo locations.

Walkthrough:

The game is very straightforward and achieving 100% requires minimal effort.

Step 1: Play each episode to completion, looking for optional photo locations along the way.

Step 2: Use Collectible Mode to collect any missed optional photos.

[PST Would Like To Thank swotam for this Roadmap]

What If?

Unlock all other trophies from Life Is Strange™
(3)
Once all Episodes are complete, and all optional photos are taken, the Platinum will be yours.
Chrysalis

Finish Episode 1: Chrysalis
Story related and cannot be missed. It will unlock after completing Episode 1.
Macro Eyes

Take optional photo #1 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
At the beginning of the episode, after the school bell rings, you will be able to walk around the classroom. Find the desk with the words "Rachel Amber 4 Ever" carved in it and look at it. You will be prompted to take a photo which will unlock the trophy.
Wide Angles

Take optional photo #2 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After exiting the school building and entering the main campus, walk straight ahead to the statue in the middle of the fountain. Walk around so you are facing the front of the statue and you will be prompted to take the photo and unlock the trophy.
Telephotogenic

Take optional photo #3 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
Immediately after taking optional photo #2 at the fountain, turn around and speak to Justin who is sitting on the wall near the stairs to the street. Select the Thrash? option which will cause him to dismiss you as a poser. Rewind time and start the conversation again, this time pick the I came to Noselide option . When Justin asks what you want to see, select the Tre flip option . After Trevor fails to perform the stunt and falls on the ground, walk up to him and take a picture when prompted to unlock the trophy.
Close-Ups

Take optional photo #4 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After heading to the Dormitories, walk straight ahead on the path past the two guys playing football, then head right towards the tree by the bench where Kate is sitting. On the right side of the tree is a squirrel looking at a beer can. Approach the squirrel and take the photo to unlock the trophy.
Red Eye

Take optional photo #5 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After entering the Girl's Dormitory and entering Max's room, turn around and face the door you just entered. Look on the left side of the door and you will see a mirror on the wall beside the bed. Approach the mirror and take the photo when prompted to unlock the trophy.
Focused

Take optional photo #6 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After you enter Victoria's room, turn around and face the door you just entered. Look on the left side of the door and you will see a bunch of pictures on the wall beside the door. Approach them and select the Mess Up option. Once the pictures have been rearranged, you will be able to take a photo of your handiwork and unlock the trophy.
Zoomed In

Take optional photo #7 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
Immediately after you exit the Dormitory you will see Alyssa get hit in the head with a football. Rewind time, then approach Alyssa and warn her to move her head, causing the football to break a window. Approach the broken window and take the picture when prompted to unlock the trophy.
Focal Pointed

Take optional photo #8 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After you enter the Parking Lot you will see a large RV in the back right corner. Walk to the RV and approach the side window closest to the back of the vehicle, where you will be prompted to Draw. After drawing on the dirty window you will be able to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Maximum Aperture

Take optional photo #9 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
Near the end of the episode you will return to the Lighthouse. From the beginning head to your left where you will see a pathway with some bushes and rocks running down the middle. On top of one of the rocks is a small bird. Move close to the bird and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Light Leak

Take optional photo #10 in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
After walking up the hill to the base of the lighthouse, you will see Chloe sitting on a bench looking at the sunset. Walk up behind her and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Visionary

Take all optional photos in Episode 1: Chrysalis
(1)
Once you take all 10 optional photos, this trophy will unlock. If you have trouble finding any of the option photo locations, or prefer videos, check out this excellent guide (credit to Maka) for a visual walkthrough of each optional photo location.
Out of Time

Finish Episode 2: Out of Time
Story related and cannot be missed.
Field Of View

Take optional photo #1 in Episode 2: Out of Time

When you return the borrowed book to Kate, look at the rabbit cage in her room. You will be prompted to take a photo and the trophy will unlock.
Full Exposure

Take optional photo #2 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After exiting the dormitory, head to the right and approach the trash can by the bench. Look at the trash and then Use to place the bread on the bench. Walk away and wait for the squirrel to jump on the bench. Return and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Processor

Take optional photo #3 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After taking the bus to the Two Whales diner, walk towards the door and look at the sign on the roof. You will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy. If you do not get the Photo prompt, move closer to the sign.
Image Stabilizer

Take optional photo #4 in Episode 2: Out of Time

Immediately after taking Photo #3, walk around behind the diner and approach the fence at the end of the alley. You will see a man sitting outside an RV with a dog lying beside him. Look at the dog and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Compressed

Take optional photo #5 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After entering the diner go left, head to the back, and enter the washroom. Above the sink is a mirror with the words "Fire Walk With Me" written on it. Look at this mirror and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy. Bonus points if you get the Twin Peaks reference.
Pixelated

Take optional photo #6 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After arriving at the junk yard, Chloe will ask you to find some bottles. Turn around and walk to the yellow bus. Stand near a pile of tires beside the bus and you will be prompted to take a photo to unlock the trophy. You may need to move around a bit to get the photo prompt to appear.
Dynamic Range

Take optional photo #7 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After taking the bus photo, walk towards the train tracks and turn left after you pass a washing machine. Max will make a comment about a doe, which can be found on a small hill by some trees. Approach the doe and take a photo to unlock the trophy.
Colorized

Take optional photo #8 in Episode 2: Out of Time

Later in the junkyard chapter, Chloe will be lying on a car pointing her gun in the air. Move to the left and look at her, you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Meter Made

Take optional photo #9 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After returning to the school and speaking with David, go to the Science Lab and speak to Warren. When he asks for help, choose Sodium, then rewind and go talk to Ms. Grant at the front of the class and ask her about the Experiment. Return to Warren and help him complete the experiment. Afterwards, you will be prompted to take his photo and unlock the trophy.
Resolution Revolution

Take optional photo #10 in Episode 2: Out of Time

After entering your classroom you will see Alyssa standing by the window. Walk up to her and you will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Lab Master

Take all optional photos in Episode 2: Out of Time

Once you take all 10 optional photos in Episode 2, this trophy will unlock. If you prefer videos, check out this excellent guide (credit to Maka) for a visual walkthrough of each optional photo location.
Chaos Theory

Finish Episode 3: Chaos Theory
Story related and cannot be missed.
Parallax View

Take optional photo #1 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory
(1)
After entering Victoria's room, shine your light on the action figure on the shelf to the left of her computer. After a few seconds, you will be prompted to take a photo.
Lenscrafted

Take optional photo #2 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

After exiting the Dormitory, go right and approach the squirrel on the bench jumping at fireflies. When it runs away, rewind time so that it returns to the bench and take the photo when prompted.
The Reflex

Take optional photo #3 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

After texting Warren you will enter the Science classroom. Find the fish tank, Look at it, then Turn On the light. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Histogrammar

Take optional photo #4 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

Head towards the Exit at the back of the Science classroom. Beside the door is a skeleton with a cigarette in its mouth. Look at it and you will be prompted to take a photo.
Bokeh

Take optional photo #5 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

After entering the Principal's office, move in front of the desk and face Chloe. You will be prompted to take a photo of her.
Pinholed

Take optional photo #6 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

Once you change clothes at Chloe's house, exit her room and enter the bathroom across the hall. Look in the mirror and you will be prompted to take a photo.
RAW Strength

Take optional photo #7 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

At Chloe's house, after going downstairs, open the window next to the fridge. There is a bird trapped in the room - you need to find it. It may be on top of the fridge, or it may be on top of the bookshelf next to the garage door. Keep bothering it and it will eventually fly out of the window. Go to the back yard and walk towards the fence. You will be prompted to take a photo of the bird. You should deal with the bird photo before you speak to Joyce to avoid missing the chance to take the picture.
Viewfinder

Take optional photo #8 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

After speaking to a trucker outside the diner you will receive permission to take a picture of his truck. Look at the truck and you will be prompted to take a photo.
Optican

Take optional photo #9 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

After Photo #8, walk around to the right side of the diner and look at the dead bird on the ground with the ants circling it. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Flash!

Take optional photo #10 in Episode 3: Chaos Theory
(1)
Once you return to Chloe's kitchen, look at the camera on the counter to her left. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Camera Eye

Take all optional photos in Episode 3: Chaos Theory

Once you take all 10 optional photos in Episode 3, this trophy will unlock. If you prefer videos, check out this excellent guide (credit to Maka) for a visual walkthrough of each optional photo location.
Dark Room

Finish Episode 4: Dark Room
Story related and cannot be missed.
Ambient

Take optional photo #1 in Episode 4: Dark Room

After returning to Chloe's room, stand behind her while she is on her computer. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Time-Lapsed

Take optional photo #2 in Episode 4: Dark Room

After entering the garage, Look at the bird nest behind the plank, Move the plank, then take a photo of the nest.
Balance

Take optional photo #3 in Episode 4: Dark Room

Upon arriving at the dormitories, walk past the guys tossing the football and examine the cairn to the left of the path. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Rangefinder

Take optional photo #4 in Episode 4: Dark Room

Speak with Samuel and ask him about Squirrels and he will feed one. Lure a second squirrel using the food on the bench and you will be prompted to take a photo once the two squirrels are together.
Gamma Value

Take optional photo #5 in Episode 4: Dark Room

After entering the Men's dormitory, turn right and look out the window. You will be prompted to take a photo of some footprints on a hill.
Dioptic Power

Take optional photo #6 in Episode 4: Dark Room

Once you arrive at the beach, look at the beached whale opposite Frank's RV and you will be prompted to take a photo.
Fisheye

Take optional photo #7 in Episode 4: Dark Room

Upon arriving at the barn, walk to the left side and look at the bird on the fence to be prompted to take a photo. If the bird flies away, then rewind time to get it to return.
Manually Exposed

Take optional photo #8 in Episode 4: Dark Room

After reaching the top of the barn rafters, walk to the end and look at the Owl sitting on a bale of hay. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Slideshow

Take optional photo #9 in Episode 4: Dark Room
(1)
After entering the party, head towards the VIP area and enter the door to the left of the desk. Line up the skeleton graffiti with Justin's body and you'll be prompted to take a photo.
Tripod

Take optional photo #10 in Episode 4: Dark Room

Return to the area where you entered the party and look up at the two moons through the window. You will be prompted to take a photo.
Shutterbug

Take all optional photos in Episode 4: Dark Room

Once you take all 10 optional photos in Episode 4, this trophy will unlock. If you prefer videos then, check out this excellent guide (credit to Maka) for a visual walkthrough of each optional photo location.
Polarized

Finish Episode 5: Polarized
Story related and cannot be missed.
Incandescent

Take optional photo #1 in Episode 5: Polarized

After gaining control of Max in the classroom, talk to Kate and Comfort her. After the conversation is complete, look at Kate again and you will be prompted to take a photo.
Night Vision

Take optional photo #2 in Episode 5: Polarized

Once you arrive at the Art Gallery, head to the right and down the stairs where you will see a red-haired woman sitting on a bench in front of 6 photos on the wall. Look at the camera on the bench and you will be prompted to take a photo. Be sure to do this before interacting with Max's photo on the upper level of the gallery.
Framed

Take optional photo #3 in Episode 5: Polarized

Once you return to the Dark Room you will eventually rewind time and will repeat a conversation with Jefferson. You will then have an option to ask him to take One Last Picture. Choose this option and Jefferson will take a photo of Max which will unlock the trophy.
Camera Obscura

Take optional photo #4 in Episode 5: Polarized

Once you reach the Diner you will need to stop a fire from spreading. Once this is done, turn around and look at the whale lying on the road with the fire behind it, and you will be prompted to take a photo. Do this before entering the Diner.
Blowup

Take optional photo #5 in Episode 5: Polarized

Immediately after taking photo #4, turn around and walk into the alley on the right side of the Diner, then walk towards the end where the homeless woman was in earlier episodes. From this spot, turn around and look up to the left to see a car on top of the building. You will be prompted to take a picture and unlock the trophy. Do this before entering the Diner.
Iris

Take optional photo #6 in Episode 5: Polarized

Later in the game you will once again return to the classroom. Walk ahead to the desk with the etching "Rachel Amber ♥ 4 Ever" and Look at it twice so that it reads "Chloe Price ♥ 4 Ever". You will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Sensor

Take optional photo #7 in Episode 5: Polarized
(2)
After going through the Dormitory hallway sequence ,you will eventually notice that the window near the Girls washroom is open. Approach the window to see the squirrels and be prompted to take a picture.
On Display

Take optional photo #8 in Episode 5: Polarized

After entering the school hallway, walk down the hall then turn right once you enter the main foyer of the school. Approach the skeleton ahead of you and you will be prompted to open your Journal. Opening your Journal will cause the photo to be taken and the trophy will unlock.
Light Meter

Take optional photo #9 in Episode 5: Polarized

Once you enter the locker section with the flashlights, follow the default path until you are able to turn right then turn right twice more to find Warren's locker. Open the locker and after a short scene you will be able to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Silhouettes

Take optional photo #10 in Episode 5: Polarized
(1)
When you enter the junkyard section you will need to find 5 bottles before you can exit. Once you find them, head to the exit and look to the right at the board with 6 bottles on it. You will be prompted to take a photo and unlock the trophy.
Selfie Awareness

Take all optional photos in Episode 5: Polarized

Once you take all 10 optional photos in Episode 5, this trophy will unlock. If you prefer videos then, check out this excellent guide (credit to Maka) for a visual walkthrough of each optional photo location: