I just finished the game and it feels like the story has parallels with X-Men, specifically regarding the strained relationship between Professor X and Magneto. Both of them had philosophical and ideological differences which eventually led to their relationship evolving from friends to enemies.

This mirrors the relationship between Max and Safi especially if Max chooses to REFUSE siding with Safi, considering how Safi is pro using her powers / abilities to take revenge against the people who wronged her. She isn't above exploiting them and does not even regret shooting her mother.

I could foresee future sequels with Safi recruiting other superhumans to join her cause, stage an uprising and them exploiting their powers to rule over ordinary humans. Max could be the leader of the opposing faction (eg. Professor X of the X-Men) and thwart Safi's nefarious / evil plans.

Of course these are just my theories and speculations but I can't help notice the parallels between the LIS and X-Men considering the narrative D9 took with LIS DE.

Still, regardless of what everyone says, I still think it was a good game overall. LIS 1 is still my favorite out of all the LIS games but DE ain't that bad. I love the new graphics and improved animations / facial expressions.