The Impact of Answering Loretta in Life Is Strange: Double Exposure

In classic *Life Is Strange* style, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure is packed with critical choices that shape the narrative. One of the first significant choices comes toward the end of Chapter 1, just a few days after Safi’s tragic passing.

When you first enter the Fine Arts Building following your conversation with Yasmin, Safi’s mother, Max overhears a phone call from Gwen Hunter. Loretta, the local true crime podcaster, discovers you eavesdropping. You face a choice: do you respond to her questions or call her bluff, letting her inform Gwen about your snooping?

What Happens If You Call Loretta’s Bluff?

If you choose to call Loretta’s bluff, she hurries to Gwen’s office and reveals that you were eavesdropping. Gwen quickly dismisses Loretta’s claim, yet once Loretta steps out, she questions you about your eavesdropping. Regardless of your response, she will express disappointment and ask you to keep your distance from her.

<p_Later, in Chapter 3, when you arrive at Gwen’s office, she greets you with, “No conversations for you to conveniently overhear this time” and reluctantly agrees to discuss Safi’s book and Maya Okada with you. However, she will not let you read Safi’s manuscript when asked.

While exploring Gwen’s office, you can snap a photo of her vintage record player and share it on your Crosstalk page. If you previously called Loretta’s bluff and Gwen knows about your eavesdropping, she’ll comment on your post, noting that she didn’t give you permission to rummage through her belongings.

What Happens If You Answer Loretta’s Questions?

If you decide to engage and answer Loretta’s questions, you might tell her that you really don’t know much and suggest she speak to someone who has known Safi longer than six months.

Loretta will then request a lead on who else to interview, with options including Gwen, Safi’s mother, or Vinh. No matter which name you provide, Loretta will express gratitude and leave.

Later in Chapter 3, Dead World Gwen will surprisingly welcome your arrival when you inquire about Safi’s work and Maya. She’ll permit you to read Safi’s manuscript, stating that “Someone ought to.”