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Tell Me Why

Released August 27, 2020 on PC and Xbox One

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About Tell Me Why

Tell Me Why is a third-person adventure game developed by DON'T NOD and published by Xbox Game Studios. It was released on August 27, 2020 for PC and Xbox One, and it is rated M by the ESRB and PEGI 16. The game is played in single-player mode and focuses on drama and mystery themes.

The story centers on twins Tyler and Alyson Ronan, who return to their childhood home in a small Alaskan town. Players follow the siblings as they revisit memories from their youth and look into the events that shaped their family. The setting gives the game a quiet, rural atmosphere that runs throughout the experience.

As an adventure title, the game emphasizes exploration and conversation, with the player moving through each location from a third-person view. It is one of DON'T NOD's narrative-driven projects, sitting alongside the studio's better-known Life is Strange series in its focus on character relationships and personal history.

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Tell Me Why FAQ

When did Tell Me Why come out?

Tell Me Why came out on August 27, 2020.

What platforms is Tell Me Why on?

Tell Me Why came out on PC and Xbox One.

Who made Tell Me Why?

Tell Me Why is developed by DON'T NOD and published by Xbox Game Studios.

Is Tell Me Why multiplayer?

No. Tell Me Why is single player only.

What is Tell Me Why rated?

Tell Me Why is rated ESRB M (Mature 17+) and PEGI 16.

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