Choosing to report Nathan or hide the truth inLife is Strangeduring Episode 1 has consequences that span all five episodes. So, this guide will cover a general overview of what happens, and then a spoiler breakdown for those who don’t mind knowing the exact ramifications of their decision.

Consequences of Reporting Nathan in Life is Strange

If Max chooses to report Nathan inLife is Strange, he will be incredibly antagonistic toward her throughout the rest of the story, but Chloe won’t be happy with Max’s decision. There is also a point in a later episode whereNathan can get suspended if Max blames him for something else, and reporting him helps achieve this.

RELATED:Life is Strange: How Long to Beat?Reporting Nathan SpoilersThe biggest consequences of reporting Nathan inLife is Strangeare:

Life is Strange Chloe talking to Max about Nathan in episode 1

Consequences of Hiding the Truth in Life is Strange

Hiding the truth about Nathan will cause him to be slightly less hostile toward Max throughout the game, and Chloe will be happy about the decision. If Max tries to get him suspended later on for another incident, it will only work if Max doesn’t take the blame for something Chloe does in her room duringEpisode 1 ofLife is Strange.

Hiding the Truth Spoilers

Thebiggest consequences of the decision inLife is Strangeto hide the truth are:

Should You Report Nathan or Hide the Truth?

Although it’s not themost important choice to make inLife is Strange, deciding to report Nathan, or hide the truth, does color the story differently. The principal and Mr. Jefferson won’t believe Max’s accusation no matter what option is picked, but it is easier to get Nathan suspended if players decide to report him. Additionally, more plot clues are provided when Nathan is reported.

Hiding the truth means blaming Chloe in order to get him suspended, which will have a significant negative impact on their relationship going forward.There is no way for Max and Chloe to fall in love with each other if Max blames Chloe in order to get Nathan suspended. Theirs is arelationship that actually matters in a video game, so it’s definitely worth considering the consequences of this decision.

Text message from Max’s mom in Life is Strange Episode 1

It’s not required for him to leave Blackwell Academy, however, so players should feel free toshape Max’s story inLife is Strangewhichever way they please when deciding whether to report Nathan or hide the truth in Episode 1.

Life is Strange: Remastered Collectionis out now for PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Google Stadia, with a Switch version releasing later in 2022.

Nathan angry in parking lot during episode 1 in Life is Strange

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