For more info on their work, read our blog post. We also commissioned Huna Tlingit artisans to create the many Tlingit objects, murals and designs that appear in the game. They also informed many other aspects of the game, including atmospheric sounds, Tlingit-language pronunciation and spelling verification, and information on customs such as funerary rites.

Our partners at Huna Heritage Foundation have been integral in our goal to portray these elements respectfully and responsibly.

What steps did DONTNOD Entertainment and Xbox take to ensure that its representation of Alaska Native culture is respectful? A: Tlingit culture is a key part of Tell Me Why’s story and scenery. = Q: Tell Me Why is set in rural Alaska, a region of the world that’s home to many indigenous communities. The idea that being transgender is caused by trauma is a stereotype that has no basis in fact, and it plays no role in Tyler’s story. As players explore the Ronan twins’ childhood home, they will discover memories and sentimental objects which depict the ways Tyler expressed himself as a boy even before his mother’s death. In flashback scenes, players will hear young Tyler referred to as “Ollie.” “Ollie” was the first name Tyler chose for himself: he liked that it sounded similar to Alyson’s nickname, “Aly.” Q: Did Tyler transition as a result of his childhood trauma? A: No. FAQ: Q: Is Tyler’s birth name, or deadname, used anywhere in the game? A: No, Tyler’s birth name does not appear anywhere in Tell Me Why. In this intimate mystery, twins Tyler and Alyson Ronan use their supernatural bond to unravel the mysteries of their loving but troubled childhood in beautiful small-town Alaska. Tell Me Why is the latest narrative adventure game from DONTNOD Entertainment, the studio behind the beloved franchise, Life is Strange. Platforms: Xbox One & PC ( Windows Store & Steam) Players: 1 File Size: 9GB Language: English VA Only at Launch ( Due to COVID) Release Dates: Episode 1 (August 27th) Episode 2 (September 3rd) Episode 3 (September 10th) Story:

Ain't nothin but a party tell me why