According to the latest financial report from Square Enix, the game *Life is Strange: Double Exposure* has emerged as a financial disappointment for the company. This was disclosed by Square Enix's president during a recent briefing on the company's performance. While the losses incurred from *Double Exposure* were somewhat mitigated by cost reduction strategies and the successful launch of the *Dragon Quest 3* remake, the exact sales figures for this latest *Life is Strange* installment were not disclosed, underscoring its poor commercial performance.
The underwhelming reception of *Life is Strange: Double Exposure* did not come as a shock to many, particularly given the lukewarm response from the franchise's dedicated fanbase upon the game's announcement. Despite high hopes that the project would resonate with fans, the final product fell short of expectations. The game's end credits included a message promising that "Max Caulfield will return," yet the likelihood of continuing her story now seems highly uncertain.
During the financial report presentation, Square Enix opted to remain silent on the matter. It is known, however, that the company described the game's performance as a "significant loss," a label previously applied to other underperforming titles such as *Guardians of the Galaxy* and certain entries in the *Tomb Raider* series. This classification raises serious concerns about the future viability of the *Life is Strange* franchise.
