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Deciding to shoot Frank or not during Episode 2 of Life is Strange has consequences that affect future story moments, as well as character interaction opportunities. This guide will explain a general overview of what happens, and then a spoiler breakdown for those who want to know the exact details of the plot.
Consequences of Shooting Frank in Life is Strange
If Max decides to shoot Frank, he won't actually get injured. There are no bullets left in the gun, but Frank will remember what Max tried to do, and convincing him of something in Episode 4 of Life is Strange will be harder.
On the other hand, Chloe appreciates Max standing up for her. Attempting to shoot Frank counts toward one of four choices that can see the two fall in love with each other over the course of Max's story in Life is Strange.
Shooting Frank SpoilersApart from increasing the chances of Max and Chloe developing feelings for each other by the end of Life is Strange, trying to shoot Frank means it will be harder to convince him to hand over his cipher code peacefully.
Frank and his dog, Pompidou, can even die if the wrong choices are brought into the confrontation with him. It is possible to resolve the situation peacefully, but with a 3/4 chance to choose the wrong answer each time, it is a lot harder--unless the correct responses are known in advance.
Consequences of Not Shooting Frank in Life is Strange
Frank takes the gun if Max chooses not to shoot, which upsets Chloe and impacts negatively on the chance that Max and Chloe will develop feelings for each other. It does make convincing Frank of something in Episode 4 of Life is Strange a lot easier.
Not Shooting Frank Spoilers
It's easier to obtain Frank's cipher from him if he remembers Max not trying to shoot him. Instead of only one correct dialogue out of four available, there are no wrong choices. Chloe can still kill Frank and his dog if she has access to a gun again, however. Not shooting Frank is just one ideal scenario players need to pick in order to leave Frank's RV with nobody getting hurt.
Should You Shoot Frank in Life is Strange?
This is an important choice to make in Life is Strange if players wish to see Max and Chloe fall in love with each other. It's not essential, however, as only three scenarios out of four need to occur to trigger this storyline.
If players want the best for all characters in Arcadia Bay, they should choose to not shoot Frank. However, if Max and Chloe's relationship is a priority, then Max should try to shoot Frank.
Life is Strange: Remastered Collection is out now for PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Google Stadia, with a Switch version releasing later in 2022.
