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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 661 Ratings

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  1. Sep 17, 2017
    10
    Little Nightmares was a proper game. Short but proper. But damn, the credits lasted for 30 minutes, they even listed the Janitor.

    It's an excellent puzzle/platform/adventure game, that doesn't stop being interesting, while it keeps difficulty very balanced.
  2. Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Great game. I finished it in less than 6 hours, and I’m a slow player. Really get you in the mode with the cinematic vision and soundtrack. Totally recommended
  3. Apr 28, 2017
    10
    Its fantastic great game , With great atmosphere and gameplay 10 from 10 . Graphics very good and interesting . Thanks Tarsier Studios !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  4. May 21, 2017
    10
    Little Nightmares is fantastic great game. The plot is incomprehensible, but very cool gameplay and amazing atmosphere. Looking forward to the sequel.
  5. Oct 16, 2018
    10
    "It's creepy and it's kooky,
    Mysterious and spooky
    It's altogether ooky .... it's Little Nightmares!" As stated by others, if you love LIMBO and INSIDE then you'll like this game a lot! Again, as others have said, this game has a Tim Burton meets Evil-Studio-Ghibli aesthetic. It's soundtrack is creepy and works well to raise the tension as you tip toe and hide through the various
    "It's creepy and it's kooky,
    Mysterious and spooky
    It's altogether ooky
    .... it's Little Nightmares!"

    As stated by others, if you love LIMBO and INSIDE then you'll like this game a lot!
    Again, as others have said, this game has a Tim Burton meets Evil-Studio-Ghibli aesthetic. It's soundtrack is creepy and works well to raise the tension as you tip toe and hide through the various rooms and past grotesque enemies.
    A few people complaining at "the lack of story" compared to the likes of Inside and Limbo. Whilst the story is certainly ambiguous, I felt it was less so than the aforementioned titles. The story was certainly good enough to make me audibly gasp in shock at certain points.

    It is quite a short game, but the DLC pads it out nicely and ups the stakes in terms of scaring the living bejeezus out of me.

    Summary: Two thumbs. Highly recommended - an absolute must-have if if you like Inside and Limbo and don't mind ambiguity in your storytelling.
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  6. Nov 7, 2019
    10
    A wonderful game. Throughout the game, uncertainty, danger and hostility remain. There is no fear, there are terrible moments and disgusting. This emphasizes the personality of the game. There are no "screamers", this is great. The game is logical, the world of utopia. The ending is wonderful))
  7. Jun 20, 2017
    10
    This the most fun I have had with a video game in a long time, great game play cannot wait for the dlc coming. Very immersive game play . Very detailed and interesting character design .
  8. Oct 16, 2017
    10
    The Biggest Thing about this game is THE STORY...

    Darkest & the most Strange story in games - almost Perfect Gameplay with Great Lighting - not that much cringy Puzzles & Challenges ------------------------------------------------------ and at the end, one of the best games ive ever played with Amazing & Dark experience that got me into it for hours to research what was the Secret
    The Biggest Thing about this game is THE STORY...

    Darkest & the most Strange story in games - almost Perfect Gameplay with Great Lighting - not that much cringy Puzzles & Challenges
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    and at the end, one of the best games ive ever played with Amazing & Dark experience that got me into it for hours to research what was the Secret behind the Story and what happens next after the Ending...
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  9. Jul 14, 2022
    10
    This game is scarier than you might think. With its 2.5 D environments it takes you on a very nice short trip through a cold and unforgiving world. The clay style art is also really unique and adds to the whole feel of the game. It gives off some Tim Burton vibes. The twist at the end is really well done. Looking forward to playing the sequel
  10. Mar 4, 2021
    10
    Really good. I don't like horror games but it was short enough to keep me playing. It is darker than trailers and promo illustrations
  11. Oct 20, 2021
    10
    this game takes limbo and inside to the next level... let me rephrase this because of the comment...little nightmares does not look like limbo. limbo looks like little nightmares
  12. Oct 16, 2021
    10
    I loved this game, probably one of the best horror experiences i've ever had.
  13. Feb 12, 2021
    10
    Это очень жутко. Игру я получил с недавней раздачи и решил пройти ну многие говорят что игра проходится за 4 часа но если ты не спидранер и не смотрел геймплей то на прохождение уйдёт часов 6-7 у меня ушло 6 часов и то сложные моменты я смотрел на ютубе. Короче это шедевр тем более щас скидка и так мало денег стоит грех не купить.Это очень жутко. Игру я получил с недавней раздачи и решил пройти ну многие говорят что игра проходится за 4 часа но если ты не спидранер и не смотрел геймплей то на прохождение уйдёт часов 6-7 у меня ушло 6 часов и то сложные моменты я смотрел на ютубе. Короче это шедевр тем более щас скидка и так мало денег стоит грех не купить.
  14. Feb 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best Games I've ever played! It is a masterpiece! Especially on PC in 4K it really shines! And it has an absolute superb DLC called "Secrets of the Maw"! A must have for every videogame lover!
  15. Jul 7, 2020
    10
    The perfect game, super cool visual effects, rich environnement,
    I consider this game as a must play
  16. Sep 1, 2020
    10
    This is odd because the game is rather linear but I beat it like 4 times. Its that good. When playing you feel like you are taken to another dimension. Audio, graphics, design - jesus, everythings top quality. I can't wait to play the sequel.
  17. Feb 16, 2021
    10
    Она слишком коротка а всё остальное на высоте!
  18. May 29, 2021
    10
    When I thought inside is the best adventure-puzzle game with dark atmosphere game Little Nightmares come out and has entered a whole new level. its GREAT game with fantastic atmosphere. I will definitely buy a sequel.
  19. Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Muy bueno el poderle poner mods, aunque bueno, sin duda es la mejor versión.
  20. Jan 22, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever played! The atmosphere is one of a kind. No typical jump-scares. There are some calm moments when you're just walking quietly and admiring the environment and there are some tense moments when you're running from the disgusting creatures of that world. It's really one of the most atmospheric games in the world. It's short though.
  21. May 5, 2021
    10
    Little Nightmares is a horror-adventure platformer made by Tarsier Studios and published by Bandai Namco.
    Right in the beginning of the game you don't now who and where you are. As the plot progresses, the story becomes more and more recognizable. The puzzle elements are well made and it is very fun to climb on books or cabinet doors as a little human being in a horrific world full with
    Little Nightmares is a horror-adventure platformer made by Tarsier Studios and published by Bandai Namco.
    Right in the beginning of the game you don't now who and where you are. As the plot progresses, the story becomes more and more recognizable. The puzzle elements are well made and it is very fun to climb on books or cabinet doors as a little human being in a horrific world full with monstrous creatures.
    The game doesn't include any jump scares and focuses more at the atmosphere than the horror elements.
    Everything fits perfect, the atmosphere, the soundtrack, the graphics, the performance (runs on my GTX 760 with Ultra settings 60FPS+) and the story telling. Sadly , the game receives to little recognition.
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  22. Jul 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. это просто блять шикарная игра для тех кто любит хорроры-платформеры. Expand
  23. Feb 26, 2022
    10
    greaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaattttttttttttttttnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnesssssssssssssssss
  24. May 22, 2022
    10
    MUITO BOM, se começar a jogar é impossível parar, a historia traz uma curiosidade por respostas as suas perguntas sob a historia, é preciso prestar bastante atenção e criar suas teorias s, o que na minha opinião é incrível, o jogo msm com pequena variedade de movimentação traz diferentes mecânicas, a historia é totalmente imprevisível e acima de tudo é divertido. RECOMENDOO
  25. Sep 6, 2022
    10
    Um jogo simplesmente tão incrivel... Sinto falta de jogos bem feitos assim hoje em dia, não parece que foi um jogo feito só pra farmar dinheiro, parece que fizeram com muito amor e carinho, é um jogo fenomenal
  26. Mar 16, 2022
    10
    One of the best game I've ever played. A unique atmosphere and an incredible OST. A masterpiece
  27. Aug 1, 2022
    10
    This is a great game with a good atmosphere, I won't say anything more! Play better by yourself. Meow:)
  28. Jan 1, 2023
    10
    I'm excited about this game. I have not seen such elaborate details in any game. I was also delighted with the DLC, the plot of which perfectly complemented the main one
  29. Jan 31, 2023
    10
    It's a nice game and scary+puzzle excites people and adds great pleasure to the game. If your computer's video card and processor etc. If it's good, I recommend you to play it.
  30. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Incredible game and extremely immersive. Great first entry to one of my favorite game series.
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 29
  2. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Oct 19, 2017
    70
    Do you like Limbo and Inside? If so, Little Nightmares will be right up your alley. The game is less original and expressive as Playdead's titles though.
  2. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Jul 5, 2017
    84
    Music and sounds of the Maw make an already atmospheric game even better. The cry of surprise and righteous indignation that Chef Twins let out once they find Six prowling around their kitchen will surely come to haunt you in your dreams. [Issue#221, p.93]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 5, 2017
    80
    Little Nightmares is truly poor by the gameplay, but it's a very intense breathtaking one-timer, what warm-up your black soul especially thanks to the brilliant design of ship interior full of horrors. [Issue#275]