On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
The first two chapters of Life is Strange: Double Exposure are out now for purchasers of the premium edition of the game, with players around the world stepping back into the shoes of Max Caulfield in a new adventure with new powers. In our preview of the fantastic first chapter of Double Exposure, we enjoyed what the game had to offer, but our time with the game came to an abrupt halt after experiencing a game-breaking crash early in chapter two.
Despite assurances from Square Enix that the bug that caused the crash had been fixed in the retail version of the game on PC, since the game’s release we’ve had numerous reports from players that they’re experiencing the same crash at the same point. Thankfully, the solution to this is pretty simple, and with a quick tweak of the settings, you can move on to the rest of the chapter.
Life is Strange: Double Exposure – How to fix the chapter 2 crash on PC
Life is Strange: Double Exposure can crash for some players early in chapter 2, after Max hears a ringing sound and goes to investigate. She promptly finds the source of the sound, and surmises that it’s related to her new timeline-jumping powers, after which the player is supposed to switch between timelines to test that theory. Attempting to switch, though, causes the game to crash immediately.
To fix this crash, open up the game’s settings, and then navigate to the Accessibility Settings tab. Scroll down to the setting that says “Simple Power Effects” and switch the toggle to “Yes.” This should allow you to activate Max’s powers without the game crashing, at the cost of some screen effects.
Square Enix has also added this solution to a scroll message on the game’s title screen, alongside a message saying that if the game is abnormally bright, players can adjust this in the game’s settings. In our experience, this can be caused by a few things, such as the HDR setting being on while using a non-HDR monitor, the shadow quality being set to low, and the brightness slider itself being too high.
More must-reads:
- WNBA All-Star Game ratings paint a troubling picture
- Aaron Boone passionately defends Yankees regarding media scrutiny
- The 'NBA all-time 50-point game leaders' quiz
Breaking News
Trending News
TODAY'S BEST
Keenan Allen's return to Bears seems possible now
Following the selections of tight end Colston Loveland in the first round and wide receiver Luther Buden III in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, it seemed that the idea of Keenan Allen’s return to the Chicago Bears for the upcoming season was dead. Last year, the Bears traded a fourth-round pick to the Los Angeles Chargers for Allen to come to Chicago on the final season of his contract. Allen said he planned to choose between the Bears and a team in Los Angeles during free agency this offseason. The Bears are looking for a wide receiver No team has signed the veteran receiver. Allen is coming off a season where he recorded 70 receptions for 744 yards and seven touchdowns. The Bears signaled they’re not done looking for wide receiver help before training camp practice begins on Wednesday. On Monday, reports surfaced that Chicago visited with former Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver DJ Chark. Chark met with the Bears NFL.com's Christian Gonzales suggested that Chark could be available for the Chargers after Mike Williams announced his retirement from the league last week. “There is an opening for Chark to pursue a possible reunion with the Chargers after veteran wide receiver Mike Williams informed the team this week that he is retiring from the NFL," wrote Gonzales. “Only time will tell if Chark gets a call from the Bolts or another team in search of a crafty veteran wideout. If he does, Chark says he’s still staying in shape.” Allen’s name immediately came up as an option for the Chargers when Williams’ announcement became public. If the Chargers decide to give quarterback Justin Herbert a familiar pass catcher by signing Chark, it would make sense for Allen to be in the mix to join the Bears in 2025. After all, the Bears let the league and Allen’s agent know they’re looking for a veteran receiver.
Chicago Blackhawks reportedly set to trade 25-year-old goaltender to Stars rival, Edmonton Oilers
Ryan Reaves' Clear Opinion of Maple Leafs Captain Auston Matthews
Before Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks earlier this summer, he had a front-row seat to Auston Matthews' first season wearing the “C” for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matthews dealt with injury setbacks throughout the year, missing 15 games after hurting himself during training camp. He still found a way to finish the season, racking up 78 points in 67 regular-season games, adding 11 points in 13 playoff outings. Reaves appeared on the "Leafs Morning Take" podcast on Monday to discuss that and many other topics. Reaves opened up on his two seasons in Toronto. The enforcer offered insight into what made the 2024–25 campaign unique and how Matthews handled the spotlight during his first year as the team captain. “I think a lot of (Matthews') leadership is led by example,” Reaves said. “He works incredibly hard in practice. And on the ice, I think you see how hard he works in all three zones. “Obviously, grinding through some issues this year, and, you know, really trying to grind through it for the team.” Reaves said that even though Matthews was forced to miss time throughout the season, the captain maintained a presence Reaves — a 38-year-old veteran — found instructive, especially for younger players in the locker room. “To me, Auston was a guy who really led by example, really tried to drag guys into battles, practice,” Reaves said. “Never took days off, never, never coasted in practice. Always working his (expletive) off, on the ice before everybody else, off the ice last, you know. “(It’s) something that, as a vet, it was great to see. It really teaches those young guys how to, how to be, you know, the best in the world.” Reaves, however, acknowledged that Matthews wasn’t the most vocal captain he’d ever played with. That said, the veteran still respected Matthews' approach to leading the Maple Leafs. “Everybody leads differently, right?” Reaves said. “You can’t be the most vocal and the most leading by example, you can’t, you can’t do it all.”
Alabama lands four-star quarterback over BYU, Boise State
The Alabama Crimson Tide are hoping that they've found a player who can compete to be the quarterback of their future. On Tuesday, Tayden Kaawa from Orem, Utah, committed to Kaleb DeBoer and the Crimson Tide. The BYU Cougars were one of Kaawa's finalists, so it's notable that Alabama was able to pull him out of Utah. He's ranked as the No. 6 player from the state, according to the 247Sports Composite. Boise State was also a finalist, but Alabama's reputation spoke for itself on the recruiting trail with the four-star quarterback. “It’s one of the greatest colleges for football,” Kaawa told Steve Wiltfong of Rivals. “The coaches there are great. They make you a better football player and better person.” Kaawa took an official visit to Alabama in June, and it was that visit that really seemed to have sealed the deal for the Crimson Tide. “Love the environment, the coaching staff to the medical staff,” he explained. Kaawa is Alabama's second 2026 quarterback commitment, joining four-star quarterback Jett Thomalla from Omaha, Nebraska. Kawwa is ranked as the No. 26 quarterback in the 2026 class, according to the 247Sports Composite. Thomalla is the No. 12 quarterback according to the same rankings, so it will be interesting to see how the two co-exist in the same class moving forward. With redshirts likely, they could also find themselves on different tracks in Alabama's timeline. Either way, Kaawa is the 20th commitment to an Alabama class that's ranked No. 4 nationally.
Fans React to Potential 8-Year Deal for $50M Oilers Defenseman
As the Edmonton Oilers map out their long-term roster under GM Stan Bowman, a critical decision looms on the blue line: Should they sign defenseman Jake Walman to an eight-year extension? Walman, acquired earlier this offseason, is coming off a strong campaign and is currently playing on a $3.4 million deal. With free agency already a few weeks in, the defenseman eligible for a new deal, and his stock rising, now may be the Oilers’ best—and most cost-effective—window to lock him in before the bidding war begins. In a recent Oilers Nation piece, Tyler Yaremchuk highlighted the logic behind acting now. Because Edmonton holds his rights, they’re the only team that can offer Walman an eight-year deal under the current CBA. If everyone waits until the end of the season to sign an extension, a new CBA kicks in, maxing out his extension at seven years with the Oilers and six years with another team. That extra term could be key in securing a discount on average annual value. A deal in the $6-8 million range, perhaps eight years at $56 million, would give Walman financial security into his late 30s—especially appealing given his career earnings total around $12 million to date. From the Oilers’ perspective, it could be a shrewd move to secure a top-four defender at below-market value. The question about committing to an eight-year term is a valid one, however. Reaction to the Idea of a Long-Term Deal for Walman So what do fans think? Reactions to the idea have been mixed, though many see the upside. “Yup, would love for the Oilers to lock him up long-term,” one fan wrote, clearly seeing Walman as a stabilizing force on the left side of the defense. Another agreed: “This makes sense. He is probably our top 4 LD for the foreseeable future.” Others, however, voiced concern about term and age. “I’d be leary signing a 30-year D for 8 years @ $6M per year,” one commenter warned. “Yeah, other teams might be willing to do it but it still doesn’t make it a good deal. I like Walman, but in 5 years, this contract could look like an albatross.” That push and pull—between locking in a valuable piece now or risking future regret—is one Bowman and the Oilers must weigh carefully. If Walman continues to perform at a top-four level and the salary cap keeps climbing as expected, a $6 million extension could quickly look like a bargain. This, even if Walman isn’t effective for all eight seasons. But if his play declines into his early-30s, the back half of that deal could make the Oilers regret taking the gamble.
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
