Ashly Burch may not return for Life is Strange: Reunion, but 'Max and Chloe will always have a special place'

Ashly Burch has indicated she may not reprise the role of Chloe Price for Life is Strange: Reunion, while stressing that the characters of Max Caulfield and Chloe remain important to her. In a social-media post, Burch wrote: "Max and Chloe will always have a special place in my heart."

Burch rose to prominence for her performance as Chloe in Dontnod Entertainment's original Life is Strange (2015). Deck Nine, the studio behind Life is Strange: Before the Storm and Life is Strange: True Colors, is developing Life is Strange: Reunion, a reworking of the first game with updated visuals and performances.

The actor's comments stop short of a definitive refusal to return, instead signalling uncertainty over future involvement. Developers have not confirmed whether the original voice cast will reprise their roles for Reunion, and casting decisions remain subject to official announcements.

The relationship between Max and Chloe is central to the original title and has been a defining element of the series. Burch's portrayal of Chloe has been widely recognised by fans and critics alike, and any change to the character's voice cast will be closely watched by the community.

Reporting on Burch's remarks and the wider context was published by Eurogamer.