Building on the success of Little Nightmares, Tarsier Studios, the developers, released a sequel in 2021, titled Little Nightmares II. Set as a prequel to the original, the sequel was also a huge success. In 2021, it was announced that Little Nightmares III was in development. Here’s what we know about it so far.
When is Little Nightmares III Coming Out?
Little Nightmares III is expected to release in 2024, according to Bandai Namco, the game’s publisher. Although a specific release date hasn’t been shared, we anticipate it soon, as titles in the Little Nightmares series are typically compact and follow a 2.5D game format. While we wait, keep an eye out for a formal release date announcement.
What Platform is Little Nightmares III Releasing On?
Gamers across all platforms can rejoice knowing that Little Nightmares III is releasing on all platforms, including both last-gen and the latest generation of consoles. This means it will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Windows.
The Latest Announcements Regarding Little Nightmares III
Since its announcement in October 2021, a precise release date for Little Nightmares III hasn’t been issued. However, in August 2023 during Gamescom, fans got a glimpse of the game with a gameplay trailer, provided by Bandai Namco. The trailer shows that the game retains its core gameplay elements and unique theme, despite undergoing significant development changes. You can view the trailer on YouTube.
Are There Any Major Changes in Little Nightmares III?
There are two major changes in Little Nightmares III:
1. Game Development Will Be Handled by Another Studio
While Little Nightmares I and II were developed by Tarsier Studios, they were published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, which holds the intellectual rights. For Little Nightmares III, development has shifted to Supermassive Games. Fans can be confident that Supermassive Games will do the series justice. Supermassive Games is renowned for their horror games, including Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures Anthology, developed in partnership with Bandai Namco, and The Quarry, developed for 2K Games. They also developed the Enhanced Edition for Little Nightmares II, released for next-gen consoles.
2. The Narrative Now Shifts from Six to a Whole New Setting and New Protagonists
Little Nightmares I and II followed the character Six. However, Little Nightmares III introduces a new setting and protagonists, Low and Alone, with no direct ties to the previous games. Expect some Easter eggs that nod to earlier entries in the series.
