It’s fantastic when a horror game truly builds suspense in everything it does, and *Little Nightmares III* absolutely delivers. It continues the series’ strengths – even its little frustrations – creating a genuinely gripping experience. You’ll find yourself holding your breath, bracing for the terrifying creatures that relentlessly pursue you.
This latest installment introduces a new pair of characters, moving beyond the stories of Six and Mono from the earlier games. A key feature is online cooperative play, letting you team up with a friend to solve puzzles and experience the game’s thrilling moments together – which really enhances the experience.
“The art direction on display in Little Nightmares III is simply phenomenal.”
I was really excited to meet Low and Alone, the main characters, pretty early on in the game! If you’re playing by yourself, you get to pick whether you want to control Low and use her bow, or play as Alone with his wrench – the AI handles the other character. Things get crazy fast, though! They’re exploring this abandoned hospital, and it’s ruled by this huge, seriously creepy little kid. It’s wild!
The game still features the memorable hide-and-seek gameplay fans love, requiring players to use smarts and stealth to avoid danger. They’ll need to carefully move between safe areas and quickly react when discovered. Players familiar with the previous two games will easily pick this one up, allowing them to fully appreciate what is the most expansive installment in the series so far.
The visual style of *Little Nightmares III* is outstanding. Each area of the game has its own unique look, seemingly born from the main character’s mind. Although the story isn’t heavily emphasized, this allows the developers to fully explore their creativity. The game creates a truly haunting and memorable experience that will likely stick with you long after you finish playing.
If you’re already familiar with the first two games, you’ll pick up this one easily and be able to fully appreciate the most expansive and ambitious game in the series so far.
You know that feeling of being totally on edge I mentioned before? It’s *everywhere* in this game. The music and how each level is built really work together to make you feel it with every step you take as you move from one mirror to the next. There are a few more chances to fight smaller enemies in Low and Alone this time, but honestly, those moments are pretty rare. Usually, you’ll be taking enemies down with your bow and then finishing them off with the wrench, but there are a couple of surprises I won’t ruin for you.
While the game’s core concept is straightforward, each level presents its own distinct challenges and truly unforgettable boss. These aren’t just difficult enemies; they’re genuinely frightening creations, like the disturbing baby in the hospital level. They’re powerful and can easily defeat you, meaning you’ll often need to sneak around and escape when they find you. I doubt you’ll soon forget the puppet master and its terrifying partner – or the intense experience of facing them – and I suspect you’ll feel the same way after playing that level.
The puzzles in *Little Nightmares III* add to the game’s difficulty, but they’re cleverly designed. Often, the solutions are surprisingly simple and right in front of you, yet cleverly hidden. I remember struggling for hours with a fan, only to find the switch to turn it off was just around the corner. Another standout puzzle involved rotating a chandelier to create platforms and reach a distant ledge, which really tested my problem-solving and platforming abilities.
The puzzles in *Little Nightmares III* add to the game’s difficulty, but they’re cleverly designed. The solutions are often surprisingly simple, hidden right where you’re already looking, but still tricky to spot.
Unfortunately, the platforming feels uneven because the camera mostly just watches instead of helping you navigate tricky jumps. This was also a problem in the previous two games, and while it’s better now, it still needs improvement. I often died because my jumps didn’t quite land right, and it took some time to get comfortable with the controls. Honestly, the camera angles were often the biggest challenge.
Despite a few initial hiccups, the rest of the game is fantastic. The characters are charmingly designed, and even the limited costume choices are neat. The enemies and levels are genuinely creepy and unsettling, and each new area feels desolate and perfectly reflects the monster you’ll find there.
Although the game’s levels follow a straightforward path, their excellent design keeps things engaging, and you always feel like you’re moving forward. The game creates a really intense atmosphere – each room felt claustrophobic, and the quiet made it unsettling as I searched for clues and solutions.
When I had to escape, it was a rush of panic, and I had to think fast, jumping over obstacles and hiding to lose my pursuers. Luckily, the game’s AI companion was a big help, guiding me to safer areas, though they weren’t always the best at solving puzzles. I didn’t mind, though – I appreciated having to really earn my progress, and that made the experience even more rewarding.
Even though the camera and controls aren’t always perfect, this is still a product we’d happily recommend.
I definitely suggest playing this game with a friend – that’s where it really shines. It might actually be more challenging coordinating with someone else while you’re trying to escape, and you should be prepared to fail a few times along the way.
It’s not that players lack the ability to succeed; the game is intentionally designed to be challenging. It requires patience and determination, and those who keep trying are rewarded with more of its fantastic levels and a unique kind of horror. Unlike many games, *Little Nightmares III* doesn’t rely on sudden scares. Instead, it builds thrills and chills into the core of the experience, which is quickly becoming a signature feature of the series.
Despite some flaws with the camera and controls, this game is still highly recommendable. It’s simple to pick up, but offers a lot of depth, and is best enjoyed at a relaxed pace. It’s ideal for a quiet weekend with a friend, offering both fun gameplay and stunning visuals that are truly captivating – and surprisingly intense when the action ramps up!
Little Nightmares III is a fantastic game and a strong contender for the best in the series. It improves upon what made the previous games great and pushes the franchise forward.
This game was reviewed on the PlayStation 5.
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