Little Nightmares

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 525 Ratings

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  1. ps4lover
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    this game is pretty good and kinda creepy but i am enjoying it so far. graphic is amazing, sound is pretty good.. gameplay is fine with run, jump, throw and climb. this game remind me of Inside and Limbo so i recommend this game to anyone who love Limbo and Inside
  2. YouCanBeMyLama
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    One of the best atmospheric type of horrors games! The world created here is really intriguing and mysterious making you theorize about it right of the bat. The game is creepy in its own way and proves that you don't need tons of jump scares, gore and every other means that are usually used in such productions. In terms of cons, it feels at some points strongly influenced by INSIDE orOne of the best atmospheric type of horrors games! The world created here is really intriguing and mysterious making you theorize about it right of the bat. The game is creepy in its own way and proves that you don't need tons of jump scares, gore and every other means that are usually used in such productions. In terms of cons, it feels at some points strongly influenced by INSIDE or LIMBO, which is hard to be ignored, but still, it's trying to create something original and for me, it's even more interesting than its rivals, leaving you at the end puzzled and hungry for more. The second thing is its controlles. I can't tell why it was wrong but in some parts, especially when someone's chasing you, controlling the main protagonist becomes really frustrating and unintuitive. Finally the game length. Three hours it's really not that much, especially that the game doesn't cost comparatively low to its length although I have to say, it does fell like a finished story not rushed at any point. Though it doesn't stop me from feeling that they could lengthen it up at least up to six hours. Having said that it's still, in my opinion, a great position that I can recommend to everyone and those who just like to risk playing something different. (I'm about to play it over again)… Expand
  3. ninja1048
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    Great game! So emotional and terrorific, i recomended this game, play this game!
  4. Muteded
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    For me this is a perfect game. Story keeps you up all the time, I want more and more. Beautiful idea of nightmares. No blood, no words just good story. Amazing graphic and animations. Can't wait for more games like this.
  5. GeezLouise
    Jul 19, 2017
    10
    This game is so **** amazing. The whole gameplay is just so interactable. Everything is so consistent and yet there is so much difference. The story is mysterious and there are many theories about it. You have lots of secret messages and easter eggs. The art style helps in every way, the atmosphere is so good and the music just really fits. It was such a good build up and everything wasThis game is so **** amazing. The whole gameplay is just so interactable. Everything is so consistent and yet there is so much difference. The story is mysterious and there are many theories about it. You have lots of secret messages and easter eggs. The art style helps in every way, the atmosphere is so good and the music just really fits. It was such a good build up and everything was just well timed. One of the best games I played this year. WAUW. Can't wait to hear more from this game company.… Expand
  6. manningn15
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Just finished Little Nightmares and it was one the creepiest, craziest, most disturbing, and coolest games I have ever played. The visuals are spectacular. The character designs were outstanding, I just loved how unique, original, and cool the antagonists were. The music was phenomenal, one of my favorite video scores ever. Definitely one of my top 10 favorite games I have ever played.
  7. KeanuGermany
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Graphic: 10
    Music: 10
    Control: 8
    Variety: 10
    Degree of Difficulty: 10
    Fun: 10
    Story: 9
    Multiplayer: /
    Content: 10
    Long-term Motivation: 10
  8. CuteMissAnais
    Apr 10, 2018
    10
    This has to be one of the best games I've ever played! Even though there's no dialogue at all the story is very intriguing. The art style is unique and amazing as well. It's not a horror game because if it was I don't think I'd even be here reviewing this. It's more of an atmospheric horror game. The music is just perfect as well. Whoever you are, reading this, YOU MUST PLAY LITTLE NIGHTMARES!
  9. nyemorrison
    Feb 23, 2018
    10
    This game is literally one of my favourite games ever! It's beautiful, creative and so god damn creepy. The story is fresh and thought out and the characters are really well designed. Even with no words and no blood, it's still one of the scariest and most amazing games I've played. It's perfect.
  10. Marat655
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    Очень крутая игра, мир и атмосфера топ, 10/10
  11. cloudbuster
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    This game is fantastic. It's a masterpiece. Solid gameplay and control. Fun and challenging. Scary. Too short though.
  12. Darkdragon1001
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece and one of the best dark games I have ever played. Deep story with great gameplay.… Expand
  13. RanGom007
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    Unbelievably. This is the thought that was in my mind throughout the game and the ending in particular. Being very impressed with little nightmares 2, I was wondering what the original first part was like. And what can I say, these two games have won a special place in my heart. Beautiful frightening musical accompaniment, oppressive atmosphere.. This is very cool, now I will follow theUnbelievably. This is the thought that was in my mind throughout the game and the ending in particular. Being very impressed with little nightmares 2, I was wondering what the original first part was like. And what can I say, these two games have won a special place in my heart. Beautiful frightening musical accompaniment, oppressive atmosphere.. This is very cool, now I will follow the developers? You guys are cool !… Expand
  14. YeetimusMaximus
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Little Nightmares is an amazing game. The graphics are beautiful the environment is fun to explore and is well made. It is suspenseful and scary without in your face jump scares. The world is eerie and unnerving. The story is phenomenal even without dialogue. I suggest this game to anyone and everyone. Even though it is a little short-lived it is still an amazing game.
  15. Topliyak
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    There are beautiful design and short interesting story with unusual characters
  16. piuscorvus
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    If you like games like Limbo or Inside you are going to like this one a lot. A spooky, sweet experience!
  17. Caio_Dezubati
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Bom eu gostei muito desse jogo, me passou muitas sensações, de medo, suspense, ação etc... Seus gráficos são simples, porém ótimos, a dificuldade é elevada, e amo jogos assim. Não tem como dar nota menor
  18. AndrewCorner
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    So... this game is very confusing. But when I play I always scared and this is good. Six is very good protagonist and all enemies are scary and I dont want die. Every people who like scary games or horors i recommend.
  19. Getsinger
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Excellent platform/puzzle game with a fantastic ending! I can't wait for the release of part 2 on February 11, 2021. I'll definitely be preordering that one! A+
  20. Bagirka
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Это лучшая игра в своём роде. Сюжет просто бомба. Браво!
  21. AngelTecashi
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Me encantó y muchísimo, es el indie que mas me gustó y que mas me entretuvo en su historia.
  22. dw1037
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Everything about this game is impeccable. The scenes, atmosphere, tension, and the character growth. Best game I’ve ever played so far in recent years
  23. YokoHugo
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
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  24. Elias1750
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Dieses Spiel ist ein Meisterwerk. Die fantastisch gelungene Atmosphäre sowie ein Großartiges Level, Rätsel und Gegner Design machen es definitiv zu einem einzigartigen Erlebnis welches man gespielt haben muss.
  25. As1_c0de
    Aug 17, 2022
    10
    Is a great game if you're looking for a little bit of adventure and scary and more of puzzle
  26. Subject98
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    One of the precious few actually creative horror games to come out in recent memory. Underrated too. When talking specifically about dark flavored puzzle platformers, I would easily rank this up there with the likes of Limbo and Inside to be honest, I don't see any reason why it shouldn't. I do wish this one were longer though, it's a tightly paced 3 hour experience like most of it'sOne of the precious few actually creative horror games to come out in recent memory. Underrated too. When talking specifically about dark flavored puzzle platformers, I would easily rank this up there with the likes of Limbo and Inside to be honest, I don't see any reason why it shouldn't. I do wish this one were longer though, it's a tightly paced 3 hour experience like most of it's peers, but I was left wanting to see even more of this world and it's disfigured characters, since what's here is already so well executed. The sequel is one of my most anticipated games right now, if not THE most.

    The three DLCs are also pretty good and provide trickier puzzles than before, but the experience is not as strong as the main story. The only one in which you meet a new monster is 'The Depths', so that one was my favorite. The other two were fine but were a little disappointing for standalone purchases since aside from different environments to explore, there's not much presented that feels 'new'.    … Expand
  27. Surt
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    Sometimes a game comes along that revivals a movie or book that you got so engrossed in that you didn't realize you were playing it as much as taking everything in. This game does that. Just a few more minutes, ends up being a whole play through with no breaks.
  28. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    Little Nightmares
    one of the best 2d horror games of all time
    Little Nightmares is a puzzle platforming horror game where you play as a girl trying to escape the maw… And apparently you’re delicious because everyone here is trying to eat you… This is probably one of the coolest 2d platforming games I’ve ever played… The puzzles aren’t difficult here and the platforming isn’t really    Little Nightmares
    one of the best 2d horror games of all time
    Little Nightmares is a puzzle platforming horror game where you play as a girl trying to escape the maw…
    And apparently you’re delicious because everyone here is trying to eat you…
    This is probably one of the coolest 2d platforming games I’ve ever played…
    The puzzles aren’t difficult here and the platforming isn’t really difficult either…
    At first you’re for the most part you’re just going forward.
    Going over obstacles, pulling items,
    throwing switches, and figuring out fairly simple environmental puzzles…
    and then you run into your first enemy... and this is where things get scary...
    Little Nightmares is hands down one of my favorite horror games of all time...
    Doing horror better than most first person games...
    You’re hiding in the shadows, sneaking around... under tables and beds praying you don’t get caught by the enemies walking around trying to eat you
    This is horror done right.. trying to find your way through rooms while dealing with a threat…
    trying to get to key items and back without being seen
    the trial and error stealth gameplay is satisfying,
    And the game mixes it up with just platforming or chase sequences, so the pacing is perfect..
    And gameplay feels varied...
    No 2 enemy encounters feel the same
    Though there are a few frustrating moments in the game where I felt I was getting by with luck...
    specifically an annoying table scene that I had to keep climbing on top of and running through over and over because of the games sometimes pretty awful checkpoints…
    and dying will be pretty frequent as this is sort of actually a 2.5 d platformer with layers…
    This sometimes makes it hard to tell if you’re going to jump at an item you’re trying to grab onto and fall behind it or not…
    But thankfully theme moments in my 4 hour journey were rare…
    Little Nightmares is terrifying at times...
    and the level design and character design is varied and memorable..
    Horror Games and Platformer fans alike owe it to themselves to pick this one up.
    I Give Little Nightmares
    an 8.5/10    … Expand
  29. SuperDuck23
    May 28, 2017
    9
    While it's clearly takes inspiration from Limbo and Inside, Little Nightmares manages to add enough to its gameplay to make it stand apart from them as a strong addition to the genre. It's a creepy and somewhat unsettling platformer with a great atmosphere that certainly requires a second playthrough.
  30. Samyar91
    Sep 8, 2017
    9
    Little nightmare is a uniq exprience with great atmosphere and graphic...the gameplay is good..it reminds you of limbo and inside but in a different way...and like them it's too short that you want more of it..but the puzzle is straight forward so I would give it 9 out of 10
  31. IndieFreak
    Jun 5, 2017
    9
    Despite a few shortcomings (one of them being the game's length), Little Nightmares is a beautiful, creepy and intense game that will wow you at every turn.
  32. FromKanga
    Aug 3, 2017
    9
    I absolutely love this game, this is probably one of the strongest and most competent indie games I’ve played in a really long time.
    The story is really simple but effective, a girl wants to escape from a place where monsters eat children and runs away from weird foes, a lot of people say that this game has no story and I disagree, however I do find it to be really simple, the developers    I absolutely love this game, this is probably one of the strongest and most competent indie games I’ve played in a really long time.
    The story is really simple but effective, a girl wants to escape from a place where monsters eat children and runs away from weird foes, a lot of people say that this game has no story and I disagree, however I do find it to be really simple, the developers did a lot of visual storytelling and I love when games do that, a lot of people also complained that this game left a lot of unanswered questions but I’m fine with that, there is three dlc stories that will come out and they will maybe answer some of the questions. I should mention that this game has some seriously disturbing imagery, there are some grotesque people design, the way they act and the sound they make really made me feel uncomfortable.

    The gameplay is vastly superior to games like Inside or Limbo, it’s a mix between a 2D and 3D platformer, I really appreciate that this game has a more 3D style of gameplay, it does not make the stealth and escape levels too linear, the environments are at times breathtaking, the sound design is unnerving and the atmosphere is incredible, I got more into this game than in Inside, from a technical perspective, I found this game to be a complete success.

    My only problem with the game is that it is a bit overpriced, it took me 3-4 hours to finish the main story, but it doesn’t change the fact how much fun I had with this game, it’s a really good 2D-3D platformer game and it’s more effective than a lot of horror games I’ve ever played, if you like these types of games, don’t hesitate to buy it, it’s one of my favorite games of this year and I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  33. gordoninc
    Dec 2, 2018
    9
    It's definitely full of nice ideas. Sometimes challenging. More by the issues in the mechanics than actual difficulty. But those 2 places I got stuck I found fast on the Internet what should I practice to pass them.
    Game sometimes gets surprising. And is full of references of how a child may see the world, as well as parent may see the child. Growing up stuff, etc.
    Really worth playing,    It's definitely full of nice ideas. Sometimes challenging. More by the issues in the mechanics than actual difficulty. But those 2 places I got stuck I found fast on the Internet what should I practice to pass them.
    Game sometimes gets surprising. And is full of references of how a child may see the world, as well as parent may see the child. Growing up stuff, etc.
    Really worth playing, as all together mix quite well. It can even speed up pulse a bit at moments ;)
    However, keep it mind that it's short. Couple of hours.    … Expand
  34. Siul124
    May 3, 2017
    9
    Nice game. This game is not make it for all the players but if you like that kind of games you will enjoy a lot this "Little nightmares".
    it has a great ost and technically is fantastic.
    Bad things that the game has: It´s too short you can finish it in 4 hours (also the game is for 20$ moreless but it could have 2 hours more at least) Once you end the game it doesnt have anything that    Nice game. This game is not make it for all the players but if you like that kind of games you will enjoy a lot this "Little nightmares".
    it has a great ost and technically is fantastic.
    Bad things that the game has:
    It´s too short you can finish it in 4 hours (also the game is for 20$ moreless but it could have 2 hours more at least)
    Once you end the game it doesnt have anything that makes you want to play it again.    … Expand
  35. DiogoOliveira
    Dec 15, 2019
    9
    Sombrio, tenso, amedrontador, agonizante, imersivo, todos esses fatores fazem de LITTLE NIGHTMARES uma obra prima de jogo indie, estou obcecado pelo segundo Game já anunciado.
  36. Bullish
    Jun 19, 2017
    9
    Not into horror anything, but I fully enjoyed this game.

    + Love the platforming
    + Creepy/funny world to say the least
    + You'll never be puzzled for too long

    - Just like Limbo and Inside, Little Nightmares has an ending that's hard to call satisfying
  37. fabiola1
    Jun 22, 2021
    9
    gran juego te mantiene pegada hasta el final, el apartado artistico es muy bello y en general es muy divertido
  38. Squalor_Editor
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Игра отличная. Проходил несколько раз, завлекает своей атмосферой, загадочностью..... Невероятно жду 2-ую часть. Советую к прохождению.
  39. Kaijyuu
    Mar 1, 2021
    9
    What can I say, I was looking for copper and found gold, the game was amazing, the only downfall would be that they didnt expand enough on the world so a lot of things are left to the players imaginaton to theorize, I can only hope that the second release expands a bit more on how the world works, lore lore lore!
  40. zegene
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Very good game to play. World and story is nice. It has some issues with controls on pipes and when camera zooms out. Completing the trophies is not from our world, really insane.
  41. drcoomer
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    Little Nightmares creates a superb atmosphere that is both intriguing and terrifying at the same time. There's barely any cut-scenes or dialogue to guide the story, but rather creative camera work and player movement. It's a smooth 4-5 hour playthrough that will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time. The final level itself is a masterpiece that will lead you right back to theLittle Nightmares creates a superb atmosphere that is both intriguing and terrifying at the same time. There's barely any cut-scenes or dialogue to guide the story, but rather creative camera work and player movement. It's a smooth 4-5 hour playthrough that will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time. The final level itself is a masterpiece that will lead you right back to the store for the sequel.
    Overall Score: 8.5/10    … Expand
  42. srinu634
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    This review is only for the main game and not the DLC.
    Little Nightmares is a perfect 10 on 10. Rarely, do we get games that perfect everything and little nightmares is one such game where it's hard to come up with a negative aspect of the game. Little nightmares is almost perfect for the reasons mentioned below:
    Game Design: The Level Design is close to perfect with great attention to    This review is only for the main game and not the DLC.
    Little Nightmares is a perfect 10 on 10. Rarely, do we get games that perfect everything and little nightmares is one such game where it's hard to come up with a negative aspect of the game. Little nightmares is almost perfect for the reasons mentioned below:

    Game Design: The Level Design is close to perfect with great attention to detail. Most of the levels are spooky, tense and most of the objects in each room make sense w.r.t their position once you solve the puzzle to progress forward in the game.

    Puzzles: Puzzles in this game just make sense and aren't stupid like other games where you need to just match a pattern to progress further. They aren't too long or too short. They are designed very cleverly utilizing the objects that exist in the environment in a very clever, subtle way etc. It's one of the moments where you figure out the puzzle, but once you figure it out. You are like, oh it was there infront of my eyes all this time.

    Music/Story: This game has a okayish story and leaves a lot for the user to think about. This is more like an allegory rather than a straightforward story. Music is quite spooky but not too overwhelming. It's spooky enough to engage the gameplay but doesn't overpower the gameplay.

    Bosses: This is where this game wins 10 on 10. This game has perfected the bosses, their design, the boss fights and the tension that's created during the boss fights. Without giving away any information, each boss is unique and one has to understand how to go about the bosses. The music during the boss interactions is on point.

    Overall, there are very few games that perfect something this good and this game definitely deserves a 10 on 10.

    PS: I didn't like the DLC a lot and it's pretty average. The DLC had too much unnecessary puzzle solving, very little boss interactions ,it was also too dark and the levels weren't interesting either. The DLC took away everything that the main game stood for. So, I'd recommend sticking to the main game and skip the DLC. If you like a lot of puzzle solving with non obvious solutions, then the DLC is for you.    … Expand
  43. Pegnionomikon
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    I bought the complete edition for 6 Euros from the PS Store. It includes the main game plus the Secrets of The Maw.

    I think it is a very short game and the controls are clunky. Very often it gets annoying because you have to act rapidly, and the controls won't work. Nevertheless, I had a great time.

    If you like surreal horror you must play it.
  44. xilef2007
    Feb 13, 2021
    9
    The story 9/10, gameplay 9/10, soundtrack 10/10, characters 10/10, world 10/10, atmosphere 10/10.
    This game is very good and it tells the story in their own way. The characters are very creepy and if you surch in the world you can find out their background story. The world is also very creepy and huge but sadly the game is very short.
    Hours played: 17
  45. Dariya
    Jul 1, 2021
    9
    Summary:
    Rather very good game. Non-standard horror project, yet very powerful for many players.
  46. Oshiri_Maeda
    Jan 30, 2022
    9
    Amazing little horror game! Do not watch reviews before playing - you'll spoil yourself a wonderful story.
  47. rogal23
    May 3, 2021
    9
    Amazing experience. Setting, puzzles, tension... theres that king of "magic" that was in "Limbo" and "Inside". Great game. One and only issue in my opinion: it could be longer and have more different mechanics.
    Anyway, it's a must play.
  48. pau_el_fideo
    Dec 31, 2020
    9
    Little Nightmares es un juego, con una ambientación genial, con un buen diseño de habitaciones, los monstruos te ponen los pelos de punta. Al acabarlo te quedas con ganas de más, ya que la duración es muy corta y sus puzzles demasiado sencillos.
  49. Rupert_Pupkin
    Apr 12, 2021
    9
    I don't normally play platform games, but this game looked really cool so I gave it a go. The atmosphere in this game is awesome. Super creepy and eerie. Gameplay is smooth and I thought the challenge level was just about right. I thoroughly enjoyed playing through this game.

    I have no idea what the thing you're controlling actually is, or what's really going on as you make your way    I don't normally play platform games, but this game looked really cool so I gave it a go. The atmosphere in this game is awesome. Super creepy and eerie. Gameplay is smooth and I thought the challenge level was just about right. I thoroughly enjoyed playing through this game.

    I have no idea what the thing you're controlling actually is, or what's really going on as you make your way through this puzzle filled adventure. Nor do I need to know. I just enjoyed the experience and the mystery of wtf it was all about.

    Really awesome game and I look forward to playing the sequel.    … Expand
  50. volumeunit
    Sep 23, 2021
    9
    This is a game I bought for the graphics. It's the first time I've seen a game with graphics like this. There were parts that I had to think about for a long time while playing the game, but overall I had fun playing it.
  51. nowells5
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    Juego muy infravalorado. Es muy cortito (la primera vez te puede durar 4-5 horas), pero tiene puzzles y mecánicas muy originales y divertidas. Aunque no es un juego de terror, tiene momentos que te dejan muy mal cuerpo usando un estilo de narrativa muy particular. Los 3 DLCs siguen la misma línea pero con otro personaje y merecen mucho la pena.
  52. YounesHMI
    Apr 6, 2023
    9
    If you're looking for a 2d creepy experience, you shall look no further than little nightmares. Gameplay in this game is simple and that what makes it good, this game will make feel scared without knowing why, you will pee on your pants when you meet the first guy.... and the story is amazing, there are no words in this game but the world tells it, many deep meanings, deep ending, deepIf you're looking for a 2d creepy experience, you shall look no further than little nightmares. Gameplay in this game is simple and that what makes it good, this game will make feel scared without knowing why, you will pee on your pants when you meet the first guy.... and the story is amazing, there are no words in this game but the world tells it, many deep meanings, deep ending, deep world, I don't know what are you waiting for to play Little Nightmares… Expand
  53. Ogeday_Han
    Aug 7, 2022
    9
    No talking, no **** pure gameplay. Deducted one point cause controls could be much better.
  54. BLACKnPROUD
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    This game put together horror and platforming in such an unforgettable way. I found myself very invested in the story to the point that I felt the desire to play not only the DLC, but the the sequal directly after completion. I would recommend heavily.
  55. RGames2k
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
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    القصه غامضه .القيم بلاي ممتع . الزعماء ممتازين
  56. drlowdon
    Jan 27, 2019
    8
    Little Nightmares is a horror themed puzzle platformer in which players control a small girl (known only as Six) as she tries to escape a monstrous place known as The Maw.

    Little Nightmares can be a frustrating experience at times with more deaths being a result of the awkward controls and camera angles than anything else. The physics based gameplay and puzzles are very good however and    Little Nightmares is a horror themed puzzle platformer in which players control a small girl (known only as Six) as she tries to escape a monstrous place known as The Maw.

    Little Nightmares can be a frustrating experience at times with more deaths being a result of the awkward controls and camera angles than anything else. The physics based gameplay and puzzles are very good however and the creepy design of the environments and enemies is downright terrifying at times and, for me at least, this more than made up for the issues I had with the game.    … Expand
  57. sityoazzdown
    Jun 4, 2019
    8
    A short but good 2d puzzle horror game. This game is all about its horror atmosphere, from the creepy character design, to the boss chases through the kitchen, bedrooms, etc. You're basically the size of a mouse running around with overgrown "monsters" trying to escape via short and simple puzzles. Most importantly this game is unique,easy to pick up and play, and some of the level designA short but good 2d puzzle horror game. This game is all about its horror atmosphere, from the creepy character design, to the boss chases through the kitchen, bedrooms, etc. You're basically the size of a mouse running around with overgrown "monsters" trying to escape via short and simple puzzles. Most importantly this game is unique,easy to pick up and play, and some of the level design made me smile. The only negatives is that this game is only 3-4 hours on average, and game can get frustrating if you get stuck on the puzzles; alot of trial and error (and cheap deaths), plus the control layout feels awkward. Other than that, the positives outweighs the negatives in this one for sure. Scary, fun, challenging, addicting. Great game!… Expand
  58. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    8
    What an original take on a horror game. The game is very atmospheric, very scary at times, and has very interesting creature designs. I just hoped the game was a bit longer.
  59. smw119
    Feb 1, 2018
    8
    Intensely charming, nonverbal storytelling is prevalent throughout this title. With an art style that makes one feel like their alive inside a children's book, there's a lot of quality on offer here. Though the game is simple in control and concept, each of the mechanics introduced is used in clever ways which makes this game feel like a complete, if brief, experience.

    There's a    Intensely charming, nonverbal storytelling is prevalent throughout this title. With an art style that makes one feel like their alive inside a children's book, there's a lot of quality on offer here. Though the game is simple in control and concept, each of the mechanics introduced is used in clever ways which makes this game feel like a complete, if brief, experience.

    There's a consistency of tone in this title that is grim and haunting without being overtly gruesome or relying on shocking imagery or startling, cheap scares to create a moody experience. There's some interesting themes that are explored in subtly ways which overall make this experience that you wont forget for years to come.

    There's little replay value but at an indie level price for this smaller project, you could do worse than to have this experience.    … Expand
  60. KayVen17
    Dec 21, 2020
    8
    Das Spiel sieht einfach fantastisch aus. Es versprüht den Tim Burton Charme, sowie einen Hauch von Limbo und Inside. Einzig allein, die Länge ist sehr gering. Trotzdem sehr zu empfehlen!
    Freue mich auf Teil 2.
  61. Winko
    Jan 9, 2018
    8
    Good:
    - Fantastic art style that makes the whole game look like one of Tim Burton's stop-motion films
    - The sequences, especially the sneaking ones, are choreographed very well - Fun and interesting collectibles - Overall, a very unique take on the horror genre - The characters and creatures are all very unique and memorable Mixed: - Puzzle solutions are often simple, but the    Good:
    - Fantastic art style that makes the whole game look like one of Tim Burton's stop-motion films
    - The sequences, especially the sneaking ones, are choreographed very well
    - Fun and interesting collectibles
    - Overall, a very unique take on the horror genre
    - The characters and creatures are all very unique and memorable

    Mixed:
    - Puzzle solutions are often simple, but the tense atmospheres force players to be cautious and efficient to successfully get through a scene
    - Would have benefited from having a more simplistic control scheme. Buttons and button combinations to sneak, slide, run, throw, etc. are great and all, but it just kind of clutters up movement throughout the game. They do occasionally make the player use the mechanics in very interesting ways, so it’s kind of a mixed bag
    - The DLC episodes seemed promising and are definitely welcome additions over all, but they didn’t really add much to exploring the bizarre world. The gameplay mechanics also fell flat compared to what the main game had to offer

    Bad:
    - Technical problems throughout; clipping issues are especially bad and are the most prominent
    - Seems too short overall, even with the DLC tacked on
    - Perspective problems sometimes make it difficult to correctly position a jump or walk on a beam without falling off    … Expand
  62. destinyfan1
    May 13, 2017
    8
    Because its only 25 euros (in my country ) i bought it and because it looks awesome

    positive
    + great stealth levels
    + solid gameplay
    + great atmosphere
    + not all puzzlels where good but most of them are good
    + sometimes scary
    negative
    - to short
    - some frustrating moments

    conclusion:
    it is an amazing game that is almost perfect but because its so short i can't give it more then an 8
  63. Coramcrash
    Oct 27, 2018
    8
    voto 78/100.
    Storia quasi commovente ed eccezionale dal punto di vista artistico.
    Non stimola però il videogiocatore a rigiocare il titolo ed inoltre è a tratti frustrante per i comandi poco fluidi e, a volte, poco precisi.
  64. Motherteressa
    Apr 28, 2017
    8
    Great story and solid game that keeps you guessing and wanting more, however with the game being around 3 hours to beat, seeing it end only makes you wish it had just begun.
  65. Magnesium
    Apr 25, 2018
    8
    Little nightmares is a great atmospheric game combined with horroric theme. It is more than just solving puzzles.
    Generally speaking it is a very astonishing game; although, It has a vauge story line which makes one to interpret their own version of story. Having that said, playing the DLCs lights some clues about the story.
    Soundtracks are ok.
    Game-play isn’t perfect but it is fine.
  66. ConsoleArgonaut
    Nov 30, 2017
    8
    Little nightmares is a puzzle platformer with slight horror elements. And a very good one at that.
    The gameplay feels a lot like limbo, and the artstyle is very Chibli movie oriented.
    I really don't want to spoil the short 3 hour experience, so I won't tell you any more about the game. Look at a trailer and if you like the artstyle, or games like limbo, give it a try. It's definitely    Little nightmares is a puzzle platformer with slight horror elements. And a very good one at that.
    The gameplay feels a lot like limbo, and the artstyle is very Chibli movie oriented.
    I really don't want to spoil the short 3 hour experience, so I won't tell you any more about the game.
    Look at a trailer and if you like the artstyle, or games like limbo, give it a try. It's definitely worth your money!

    Rating:
    Gameplay: 3/5 - Some minor bugs and control issues
    Level Design: 4/5 - Pretty good for a puzzle platformer
    Soundtrack: 5/5 - Perfect for this game
    Story: 3/5 - You have to interpret the story in your way
    Graphics: 5/5 - Beautiful
    Length: 3/5 - A little bit to short
    Replay Value: 3/5 - Collectables and trophies.
    Enjoyment: 5/5 - Very enjoyable!

    Overall rating: 31/40 => 8/10    … Expand
  67. michaelb1928
    Dec 28, 2020
    8
    This was a very fun experiance, reminded me quite a bit of limbo/inside, im sure the developers took inspiration from those games. Really liked how each area provides something unique and always interesting. Cant wait for the second game
  68. Larry-Poste
    Feb 19, 2021
    8
    Really interesting game. Simple game play, nice universe, almost frightening. I enjoyed it a lot I was even sad when it ended.
  69. korksz
    Mar 7, 2021
    8
    Overall, the game is very well polished. The animations are something that only a selected few developers can make this fluid. I fell in love with the art style too. This grotesque but lovely style was such a unique experience. Unfortunately, some weirdly placed checkpoints combined with a sometimes awkward camera make it more frustrating than it should be.
  70. ToshLichev
    Apr 11, 2022
    8
    An intriguing and unique experience that could have been truly amazing if it wasn't compromised by fairly unresponsive controls.
  71. BradMorgan
    Apr 2, 2021
    8
    Fun, creepy and addictive to keep searching for the next room. Little nightmares is a game that manages to find the right balance between the obstacles and gameplay, which ensures a good pace in the mysterious story. Because you know very little about your surroundings and the characters, you keep looking for answers. Together with an amazing art style and scary atmosphere, this adventureFun, creepy and addictive to keep searching for the next room. Little nightmares is a game that manages to find the right balance between the obstacles and gameplay, which ensures a good pace in the mysterious story. Because you know very little about your surroundings and the characters, you keep looking for answers. Together with an amazing art style and scary atmosphere, this adventure is one you must have played.

    Pros:
    - Atmosphere - Art style
    - Story

    Cons:
    - Sometimes the controls don’t work along    … Expand
  72. Pietrovish
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Pequeño gran juego, me sorprendió mucho su atmósfera y su jugabilidad. Muy recomendable
  73. Michael_zilber
    May 25, 2021
    8
    отличная игра, держит в напряжении. в стиле японский ужасов. но сюжет не понял
  74. DigaHole
    Apr 8, 2020
    8
    A good little game for little spooks. No jumpscares, but a lot of thrill and fun.
  75. Skurttish
    Sep 3, 2020
    8
    A great little puzzle platformer horror game. I liked the music, the art, and the overall ambience very much—they added up to a memorable experience worth recommending. The story was a little lacking in that they could have done a bit more with it, but the endings of the main game and the third DLC were strong enough that I didn’t detract any points for that.

    But I did subtract two    A great little puzzle platformer horror game. I liked the music, the art, and the overall ambience very much—they added up to a memorable experience worth recommending. The story was a little lacking in that they could have done a bit more with it, but the endings of the main game and the third DLC were strong enough that I didn’t detract any points for that.

    But I did subtract two points, and there were two reasons why: First, the controls were a bit floaty and hard to manage, and that was particularly noticeable when there was a big scary bad guy bearing down on me. I think if they had expanded the hitboxes of the movable items, it would have made for a better experience overall and given the illusion of tighter controls.

    Second, the game is pretty short for the price they’re asking. My comfort zone is around $1/hour of gameplay, and when a game goes north of that, it’s going to be a negative for me. That was the case here.

    All in all, a good experience.    … Expand
  76. charls_0404
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    I was pleasantly surprised by this game, the story (a bit in the shadows) if it catches you from the beginning. The only bad thing, again, is the short durability.
  77. Dani0101
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juego espectacular, visualmente es una obra de arte, la jugabilidad es la adecuada para este tipo de juegos de puzzles; la historia es corta y carente de información al respecto de las fauces y el mundo exterior a las fauces, al igual que no se tiene idea de la procedencia del personaje principal. En general recomiendo el juego es válido.… Expand
  78. Groza1501
    Feb 5, 2021
    8
    A very mysterious, beautiful game with interesting gameplay. I believe that this game can immerse anyone in its dark lore and interest the player. The game is noteworthy.

    Pros:
    1. Great graphics 2. Dark places and mysterious atmosphere
    3. Interesting gameplay

    Minuses:
    1. Short transit time
  79. Playblueberry
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    Little Nightmares ruthlessly breaks down the wall between silent platformers with weak or simply nonexistent plot and narrative-driven games by telling the player a dark, very sad yet still simply amazing story that contains enormous amounts of metaphorical subtext and has so much connection with real life without uttering a single word. The game has no mercy towards you, pushing its grimLittle Nightmares ruthlessly breaks down the wall between silent platformers with weak or simply nonexistent plot and narrative-driven games by telling the player a dark, very sad yet still simply amazing story that contains enormous amounts of metaphorical subtext and has so much connection with real life without uttering a single word. The game has no mercy towards you, pushing its grim tale on you without smoothing the edges, and you will eventually be absolutely grateful to Little Nightmares for that, as the said tale is made on completely outstanding aesthetical level, with support of exceedingly beautiful visuals driving you back into the worlds of childhood fairytales, macabre yet vivid, unsettling environment perfectly transmitting despair which has spread within the game’s world, bright antagonists and the fearless protagonist, and an absolutely astonishing soundtrack, which alone is able to tell you much more than entire playthrough of many modern AAA-projects. The gameplay is also the never-disappointing side of the game. Successfully keeping the balance between dynamic pace and difficulty, Little Nightmares is a perfect puzzle-platformer. However, the game is not that perfect in general. Aiming for survival horror genre, Little Nightmares ultimately fails to deliver any fearsome vibes besides the atmosphere of the ambience, and the game’s identification as a horror title appears to rather serve for marketing purposes. The other aspect Little Nightmares fails to succeed in is to encourage the player to complete it again. The game offers very little side activity, progressing through which leads to nothing but respective achievements. That's definitely not enough, as the player never gets excited of something in the game more than of its astounding plot, and the environment is never immersive enough to make the player want to sneak into every additional room or air vent, while the universes of many games do. Nevertheless, despite all its evident disadvantages, Little Nightmares is definitely a title I'd like to recommend to all the lovers of puzzle-platformers and narrative-driven games.… Expand
  80. Lordlierfrog73
    Jun 5, 2021
    8
    Muy buen juego, te dan ganas de repetirlo varias veces. Es divertido, aterrador y luce espectacular, la música te envuelve en la atmósfera y te espanta solo con escuchar ciertos sonidos que te harán correr. Uno de los mejores juegos independientes de los últimos tiempos y con la salida del 2 darle otra jugada es excelente. Los contras llegan a ser muy poca la duración, los acertijosMuy buen juego, te dan ganas de repetirlo varias veces. Es divertido, aterrador y luce espectacular, la música te envuelve en la atmósfera y te espanta solo con escuchar ciertos sonidos que te harán correr. Uno de los mejores juegos independientes de los últimos tiempos y con la salida del 2 darle otra jugada es excelente. Los contras llegan a ser muy poca la duración, los acertijos llegan a ser bastante fáciles y repetitivos en la mayoría de ellos, los controles llegan a sentirse torpes en algunos puntos del juego los cuales te pueden llegar a hacerte morir o no llegar a lugar adecuado.… Expand
  81. Jattaman
    Sep 22, 2022
    8
    Puzzle game molto bello: stile grafico ispirato, ambientazioni d'atmosfera, begli enigmi.
    Trama e personaggi misteriosi al punto giusto.
    Ottima giocabilità e livello di sfida medio.
  82. Ijouki
    Nov 23, 2021
    8
    This game is amazing, one of the best horror and suspense games I have ever played. Immersion is something incredible, it holds you from beginning to end.
  83. p1nkhouse
    Dec 14, 2021
    8
    One of the most unique and visually impressive games I've played. The only downside is how short it is.
  84. gabfbz2331
    Mar 12, 2022
    8
    freaky stressful beautiful aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  85. kuki_nuri
    Jan 15, 2022
    8
    Gráficos y una historia muy original e interesante, no os dejéis llevar por la primera impresión. Tiene una atmósfera opresiva y la banda sonora es muy acertada. Un juego que no deja indiferente y el DLC es una pasada y aporta más peso a la historia. Para mi un imprescindible!
  86. Mychaelwo
    Jul 16, 2022
    8
    Jogo indie incrível, uso inteligente dos cenários, história intrigante, mecânicas divertidas, porém o jogo é extremamente curto, podendo ser zerado entre 2 e 4h.
  87. pooya_oa
    Mar 2, 2023
    8
    Very cool game. I really enjoyed the puzzles and the visuals. The Sound was also nice. It was just a bit short. But definitely recommended!
  88. trinovatic
    May 25, 2023
    8
    historia muy solida, buen apartado grafico me gusto mucho el diseño de arte, el ost si queda con el rollo este bizarro y horror. Juegardo
  89. aczinoepc
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    Good game with good story, original gameplay mechanics and art style that is well rated.
  90. xStranger
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The 1st Game of the Franchise Is Quite Short Compared To The 2nd But Otherwise The Game Has A Very Bison Atmosphere, Where Fear Becomes Common In Gameplay.… Expand
  91. shepard86
    May 3, 2017
    7
    The immersive and creepy art style is one thing, but if your idea of thrilling horror is to die or get caught by the enemy 40 consecutive times on account of extremely clunky and unresponsive/unintuitive controls, then that is a whole different story. Pure. Frustration. With. Those. Controls. Also, with the constant failing and retrying the playtime barely exceeds 5 hours. So it'sThe immersive and creepy art style is one thing, but if your idea of thrilling horror is to die or get caught by the enemy 40 consecutive times on account of extremely clunky and unresponsive/unintuitive controls, then that is a whole different story. Pure. Frustration. With. Those. Controls. Also, with the constant failing and retrying the playtime barely exceeds 5 hours. So it's extremely short altogether, with like 4 levels in total... really wish they'd add more levels further down the road, at no or almost no additional charge.… Expand
  92. wesker2012
    May 4, 2017
    7
    Cute, short game. I enjoyed figuring out the puzzles. Overall, I really liked the atmosphere and visuals. Some parts were frustrating to get through and right when it started to get interesting, it was over.
  93. Underpants158
    Jun 7, 2021
    7
    I enjoyed taking turns playing this game with a friend. Its pretty straight forward. "Puzzles" are just figuring out how to proceed to the next part. The mechanical challenges are just chase scenes. So nothing is too demanding and you always feel you are progressing with the small satisfactions of feeling like you have overcame something even if it wasn't all that daunting in reality. II enjoyed taking turns playing this game with a friend. Its pretty straight forward. "Puzzles" are just figuring out how to proceed to the next part. The mechanical challenges are just chase scenes. So nothing is too demanding and you always feel you are progressing with the small satisfactions of feeling like you have overcame something even if it wasn't all that daunting in reality. I don't like horror really but this was a solid good time. However for me I mostly enjoyed it because I played it with a friend. I don't think I'd enjoy it as much playing it alone.… Expand
  94. Klaww25
    Sep 11, 2017
    7
    A solid action adventure game with decent puzzles and a sense of exploration it gives me a feel of playing Zelda my favorite action adventure game. This looks like a good Tim Burton film. It is atmospheric and rewards exploration. One thing I didn't like was the fact that there is not much of a story and the fact that it felt like an action adventure game but don't worry this game will winA solid action adventure game with decent puzzles and a sense of exploration it gives me a feel of playing Zelda my favorite action adventure game. This looks like a good Tim Burton film. It is atmospheric and rewards exploration. One thing I didn't like was the fact that there is not much of a story and the fact that it felt like an action adventure game but don't worry this game will win my zelda mojo back.… Expand
  95. Britmatt81
    Sep 14, 2017
    7
    I wasn't sure about this game but decided to give it a go and downloaded it off the PSstore for £16. First i think this looks a gorgeous game and love the Erie feeling to it and basic controls. The start got a bit tedious walking through empty rooms and sneak around but does get better as you progress more. It really reminded me of a 3D version of Limbo where you die a lot. But it can getI wasn't sure about this game but decided to give it a go and downloaded it off the PSstore for £16. First i think this looks a gorgeous game and love the Erie feeling to it and basic controls. The start got a bit tedious walking through empty rooms and sneak around but does get better as you progress more. It really reminded me of a 3D version of Limbo where you die a lot. But it can get a bit boring at time and i think for £16 its a bit steep as it doesn't offer any replay value or different modes. Play once at that's it. But as a whole i did like it as a nice casual game and enjoyed the creepy characters.… Expand
  96. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    7
    The art-style and enemy encounters were all great. Sadly the game fails in some platforming and definitely in its ending.
  97. mikepatyaev
    Aug 28, 2022
    7
    Immerse yourself in Little Nightmares, a dark whimsical tale that will confront you with your childhood fears.
  98. takotako
    Mar 16, 2020
    7
    I know indie game but is too short.
    However a storytelling and atmosphere was fantastic.
  99. Ruzaky
    Aug 6, 2020
    7
    Art and music in game is very good. But play this not very interesting. Mostly you go from left to right maybe jump here and there and hide.
  100. Alentejano
    Jun 21, 2020
    7
    Great atmosphere and worldbuilding (especially through visual storytelling). The bosses were entertaining and each section was well paced. However the controls felt a bit off since you had a 3D type of movement on a 2D dollhouse like view making it more difficult to do certain things.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 52
  3. Negative: 2 out of 52
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jul 7, 2017
    70
    Not exactly taxing in the puzzles department, and its price-to-runtime ratio is a little out of whack. But gorgeous, memorable and oozing with atmosphere and love. [July 2017, p78]
  2. Let's Play Video Games
    Jul 1, 2017
    95
    Little Nightmares stands head and shoulders above its peers it terms of its true innovation, beautiful, atmospheric design, and a truly terrible tale. For any horror fan, Little Nightmares is the stuff of dreams.
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  3. games(TM)
    Jun 17, 2017
    80
    We've waited a while to see Tarsier strike out on its own and it's gratifying to see it succeed with a game as good as this. [Issue#187, p.70]
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