Little Nightmares Game Cover

Little Nightmares is a suspenseful adventure game with a gripping story about escaping childhood fears. It boasts impressive graphics and solid game mechanics, but is held back slightly by some frustrating bugs. The game encourages players to face their deepest childhood fears, making for a truly unique and haunting experience. Overall, it's a great choice for those seeking a thrilling and immersive gaming experience.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet

Reviews

81%
Audience ScoreBased on 590 reviews
graphics34 positive mentions
stability13 negative mentions
  • The game features incredible graphics and immersive storytelling, capturing the essence of the original PC version.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic experience of playing Little Nightmares on mobile, with many expressing excitement for potential DLC and sequels.
  • The game runs smoothly on various devices, and many users find the controls intuitive, especially when using a controller.
  • Many players experience significant lag and performance issues, even on high-end devices, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
  • The game is criticized for not supporting full-screen mode, leaving distracting side borders that diminish immersion.
  • Numerous bugs and glitches, such as long loading times and issues with checkpoints, have frustrated players, leading to requests for patches and improvements.
  • graphics60 mentions

    The graphics of the mobile port have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their quality and visual style, often comparing them favorably to the PC and console versions. However, some players noted issues such as minor bugs, lag on high settings, and a lack of customizable graphics options. Overall, while the graphics are considered impressive for a mobile game, there is a desire for further optimization and enhancements.

    • “The graphics may not be spot on, and the animations could've been better, but I am really enjoying this, and I am so glad to finally play it.”
    • “I was skeptical at first but as soon as I opened the game up the graphics were stunning!”
    • “Best mobile game in existence, this is an amazing port, amazing game, and the performance is amazing on my Google Pixel 6a, I play on the highest graphics and frame rate, it runs perfectly smooth.”
    • “The graphics are downgraded by an unnecessary amount.”
    • “It's extremely slow and laggy and the graphics aren't good.”
    • “It's very laggy and graphics are not that great; I spent 6 dollars for nothing.”
  • optimization20 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance and great graphics on various devices, there are notable issues with frame drops, control difficulties, and bugs that affect gameplay. Some users express a desire for further performance improvements and additional optimization settings to enhance stability, especially on lower-end devices. Despite these concerns, many still consider it one of the best mobile ports available.

    • “Well optimized from PC and consoles over to mobile, great graphics and small controls that did not block my screen.”
    • “Best mobile game in existence, this is an amazing port, amazing game, and the performance is amazing on my Google Pixel 6a. I play on the highest graphics and frame rate, and it runs perfectly smooth.”
    • “Great optimization runs smoothly even on old phones, great job to the devs. One of the best games of PC is now on mobile.”
    • “I can get better performance emulating this game from a different platform.”
    • “My only gripe with this port is the performance.”
    • “The game needs optimization; I have been experiencing a lot of frame drops.”
  • stability15 mentions

    The stability of the mobile version of the game is mixed, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly with controls and character models. While some players experience smooth gameplay, others face frustrating issues like FPS drops and unresponsive controls, indicating that the port to mobile has not been entirely successful. Overall, while the game shows promise, it requires further updates and fixes to enhance stability.

    • “Game runs great.”
    • “Brilliant game, runs great on S23 Ultra.”
    • “The problems lie when you port it to mobile; it's abysmal. The controls suck, it's difficult to control, and sometimes the character model glitches out. It's hard to be immersed if you keep being frustrated about the controls.”
    • “Frustrating that when you press the grab button, Six does nothing. You know, the controls are buggy.”
    • “The gameplay is more buggy than on console, but that's to be expected on mobile.”
  • story14 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its immersive and creepy atmosphere, complemented by high-quality graphics and sound. Players appreciate the engaging plot and lore, although some note that the story feels a bit short. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, making the game highly enjoyable and recommendable.

    • “The level of detail, creepiness, immersion, and quality storytelling without actually speaking makes it incredible.”
    • “Amazing game and its graphics are awesome with a good storyline and gameplay.”
    • “Very fun game, great storytelling and I would recommend, and have recommended this game to other people.”
    • “It's a suspicious and adventure horror story.”
    • “The game is so nice and they give me fun, the puzzle is so genuine and I hope they add more books or chapters to the story.”
    • “Please add more story like kids.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smoothness and graphics, closely resembling the PC version, with many users enjoying the art style and storyline. However, there are notable issues such as lag, unresponsive controls, and occasional bugs, particularly on mobile devices, which detract from the experience. Players express a desire for improvements like full-screen mode and additional content from the series.

    • “The gameplay is already optimal and can be 120 fps, which is already good.”
    • “This great port game on mobile has very smooth gameplay, and the art style and story are very interesting.”
    • “Amazing game with awesome graphics, a good storyline, and great gameplay.”
    • “But one thing that I would run into was regular lag almost every minute of my gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is more buggy than on console, but that's to be expected on mobile.”
    • “Just feel like I got some chapters missing in mobile gameplay... it's too short.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its strong contribution to the overall atmosphere and storytelling, complementing the impressive graphics.

    • “I love the soundtrack and the story.”
    • “The graphics, music, and general atmosphere are very good.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive graphics and music that contribute to an engaging overall experience.

    • “The graphics, music, and overall atmosphere create an immersive experience that draws you in.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, making every moment feel significant.”
    • “The combination of stunning visuals and an evocative soundtrack truly enhances the game's atmosphere.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting moments of joy and nostalgia tied to its availability on mobile. The experience of initially being unable to play led to significant disappointment, but the eventual release brought overwhelming happiness and excitement, showcasing the game's impact on personal experiences.

    • “I asked my friend to download this game on my mobile, but he said this game is for PC. That day, I cried so hard. I still remember it. But 5 weeks ago, my same friend called me and told me that Little Nightmares was available on mobile. I was shocked and cried happily. Then I opened the Play Store, purchased this game, and played it three times. Thanks a lot.”
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