Little Nightmares III Reviews
Supermassive Games has successfully captured the world of Nulle-part while enriching it, both through its narrative and its duo dynamics. Little Nightmares 3 shines with its anxiety-inducing atmosphere, its meticulous direction, and a soundtrack that carefully punctuates each tense moment. The gameplay, meanwhile, constantly renews its rhythm so as never to tire us. We move from captivating exploration to infiltration, passing through more intense moments of action. We regret some inaccuracies in the handling and some room for optimization in terms of performance. But, overall, this third installment is a success that should be even more appreciated by two players, provided you play online.
Review in French | Read full review
If you already enjoyed the previous games, you'll have no problem picking them up thanks to the flawless technology. However, don't expect a game that breaks new ground with the story or even ventures into the creative gameplay territory of a Split Fiction.
Review in German | Read full review
Little Nightmares III is faithful to its predecessors while also adding interesting Co-op gameplay. The story is fun and doesn't overstay its welcome, and the co-op mechanics enhance in some areas, while detracting in others.
Little Nightmares III is a solid addition to the series, as it offers more scares and thrilling chase sequences. It could use some refinement to its systems, but Supermassive Games made for a smooth transition for the 3D puzzle platformer.
Little Nightmares III is a safe entry into the series that runs into repetition issues, alongside bugs that really hold the game back.
Though Little Nightmares III is not a drastic evolution over Tarsier Studios' vision, Supermassive Games excels at crafting their own warped horrors rife with tense chases and puzzles.
Little Nightmares III is definitely worth a try, bringing a unique brand of horror and platforming puzzle action to the table in an instalment that builds on the franchise's best features.
If you’re a fan of Little Nightmares, or similar games in this genre — and, are willing to overlook some pretty loose design — then you’ll find enjoyment in this; a $60 AUD price point also helps. Otherwise, you’re better off steering clear, or engaging with other co-op titles like It Takes Two. If you’re on the fence, a demo is available, though it doesn’t offer progression into the main game proper.
New developer Supermassive mostly plays it safe adding some subtle yet effective twists to the spinetingling platforming series.
An enjoyable enough threequel that delivers on the promise of a co-operative Little Nightmares without straying from the established formula, for better and for worse.
Little Nightmares 3 is a two-sided work whose evaluation depends entirely on the perspective from which it is viewed. Supermassive Games has certainly created an engaging, intelligent, and artistically stunning puzzle adventure that seeks to evolve the series' formula in a new direction.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Does Little Nightmares III push the series onto another level? Well, in terms of the addition of co-op play and the ability to use combat, it certainly does. However, the journey through these new worlds, while visually distinct, does cover some similar thematic beats, and at times, it can feel like a well-trodden path.
The gameplay is very standard Little Nightmares fare, and it plays it very safe. Giving the duo weapons isn't as game changing as it seems and rarely comes into play. Returning fans will notice that this entry is only four chapters long; that's two fewer than the norm for these games. The promise of two additional chapters via a season pass is a mistake since the franchise is very story-based and tends to be condensed. The core experience is very short and most won't feel like they will get their money's worth with such a meagre offering and a vague promise that more content will come sometime next year, but without knowing what it will be. The base package is a little longer than the first game, but not as long or well-paced as the amazing sequel. Marketing material for the season pass promises that future additional chapters won't be necessary, but then, why even bother? It's a bad trap that makes Little Nightmares III feel incomplete.
Visually stunning and faithful to the series' atmospheric horror style, Little Nightmares III impresses with its aesthetics but lacks substance. The new title, although well-executed, suffers from its repetitive formula and lack of creative daring. The inclusion of online co-op is a welcome addition, but the absence of local co-op is unjustified. It is a good game, but it is far from a significant step forward for the franchise.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
With its atmosphere, the story it tells (and the one it leaves untold but makes you feel), its characters, puzzles, and many other details, this game carries the very DNA of the Little Nightmares series. Had the developers dared to step a bit further beyond safe waters, it could have been a much better game. Still, it gives us plenty of reasons to look to the future of the series with confidence.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
This is the third time we have visited a world that could be described as cute, magical and romantic. It's not. It's a nightmare. But it's also very attractive and cooperative.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Little Nightmares III, while retaining the series' haunting atmosphere, eye-catching art design, and suffocating atmosphere, remains a rehash of familiar and conservative formulas. The game succeeds in conveying a sense of fear, insecurity, and emptiness visually and audibly, but it fails to make a big step forward in terms of level design, mechanical innovation, and creative use of the two main characters and their gadgets. The unstable AI of some enemies, the overly linear structure of the levels, and the superficial use of puzzles have made the game experience feel repetitive and dull in parts. However, the impressive visuals, professional voice acting, and a few brilliant sequences in terms of tension and environmental narrative make Little Nightmares III still a worthwhile game for long-time fans of the franchise — even if it can no longer replicate the same sense of freshness and shock of previous versions.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Packed with clever platforming puzzles, refined combat, and the long-awaited return of co-op mode, Little Nightmares 3 stands as every bit as captivating as its predecessors, if not better. Supermassive Games has crafted a worthy successor that both honors and expands upon this beloved franchise.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Overall, Little Nightmares III is another worthy entry in this beloved series. The two new protagonists share great chemistry, and the story told through their journey is absolutely worth following. From a gameplay perspective, the game stays true to the series’ established standards while deepening the sense of fear and introducing co-op play — a welcome addition, even if its limitations slightly impact the solo experience. If you enjoyed the previous Little Nightmares games, you’ll almost certainly have a great time with the third installment — especially if you play it alongside a friend.
Review in Persian | Read full review