Little Nightmares

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Little Nightmares is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 820 reviews

graphics52 positive mentions

stability26 negative mentions

Little Nightmares is a visually stunning and immersive horror game that translates well to mobile, maintaining the atmosphere and storytelling of the original.
The game runs smoothly on mobile devices, with good graphics and sound design, making it a great experience for fans of the genre.
Players appreciate the challenge and puzzle-solving elements, with many expressing excitement for potential future releases like Little Nightmares 2 on mobile.

The controls are often unresponsive and frustrating, making gameplay difficult, especially during critical moments like jumps or interactions.
Many users report issues with the game not launching properly, getting stuck on loading screens, or experiencing black screens, leading to a frustrating experience.
The game lacks full-screen support and has distracting sidebars, which detracts from the overall immersion and visual experience.

graphics
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
35%
8%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received mixed reviews from users. While many praise the visuals as stunning and well-optimized for mobile, with smooth performance at high frame rates, others express disappointment over downgrades compared to the PC version, issues with resolution, and occasional bugs. Users also request more customizable graphics options and full-screen support to enhance their experience.
- “I'm playing on max graphics, 120fps and there's no lag at all.”
- “The graphics are on point, and with great sound, gotta play with headphones to get the full experience.”
- “The graphics, puzzles, and more importantly the storyline makes this a true masterpiece game!”
- “The graphics are downgraded by an unnecessary amount.”
- “The graphics are also horrible even on a top range mobile device.”
- “It's very laggy and graphics are not that great; I spent 6 dollars for nothing.”
story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
29%
8%
The game's story is widely praised for its immersive and visually-driven narrative, creating a captivating atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. While many players appreciate the intriguing plot and character development, some express a desire for a longer storyline and more depth. Overall, the storytelling, combined with high-quality graphics and engaging gameplay, contributes to a memorable gaming experience.
- “The level of detail, creepiness, immersion, and quality storytelling without actually speaking makes it incredible.”
- “The graphics, puzzles, and more importantly the storyline makes this a true masterpiece game!”
- “The storyline, the scary ambience, the graphics, everything was great.”
- “At first this game was kind of interesting but turns out it is the most stupid game I've ever played. There's one storyline and it's near impossible to go anywhere in this game whatsoever; it's stupid.”
- “It would be cool if there were more than one game or if they made the story bigger with more characters or maybe actual jump scares.”
- “No story.”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
47%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, engaging mechanics, and atmospheric storytelling, though many players report issues with mobile controls, bugs, and a lack of full-screen options. While the graphics and overall experience are well-received, some users find the gameplay repetitive and express a desire for improvements in control responsiveness and additional features. Overall, the mobile adaptation offers a fun experience, but it requires further refinement to enhance player comfort and enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is already optimal and can be 120 fps, which is already good.”
- “I love the gameplay and the story behind this; the graphics are also realistic and a little buggy, but so far it's fun to play. I did not regret buying this game.”
- “This great port game on mobile; I like the graphics very much, the gameplay is very smooth, and the art style and story are very interesting.”
- “Overall the game is fun and engaging, but sadly, I couldn't continue past the point where those snake-like creatures chase me. I finally crossed it, but then I fell off the next door - this is due to the controls, not my gameplay skills, as I have played LN2 & LN3 on PC with a controller.”
- “Unfortunately, the game doesn't scale well on my device, a Redmagic 9 Pro; the gameplay doesn't extend to the sides of the screen (because the screen aspect ratio is too wide for what the game was designed for, maybe), and any text in the menus is weirdly compacted horizontally.”
- “If there are no new feature updates or whatsoever, I don't think the mobile community will stick to this game that long. This game doesn't have any new gameplay or any new features; it's pretty repetitive and a bit boring if played often.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
The game's stability on mobile has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent glitches, lag, and control issues that detract from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the gameplay and graphics, they express frustration over bugs that can hinder progress, such as unresponsive controls and visual glitches. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant fixes and updates to improve stability.
- “Game runs great.”
- “Brilliant game, runs great on S23 Ultra.”
- “Edit: I finished the game, but it has some glitches still which would make the last achievement impossible.”
- “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.”
- “Sorry, let me update my review... the game is a buggy crashing pile of dog vomit. Just by home screening and returning to the app or playing it on an external display causes numerous crashes which have ruined multiple speedruns.”
optimization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
45%
11%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players appreciate its smooth performance and impressive graphics on mobile devices, several report issues with controls and stability, particularly on mid-range phones. Some users experience bugs and frame drops, indicating that further optimization and updates are needed to enhance the gameplay experience. Despite these concerns, many still find it a well-executed port from PC and console.
- “Runs really smooth, can adjust fps performance, everything looks the same as the original port from PC and console.”
- “Well optimized from PC and consoles over to mobile, great graphics and small controls that did not block my screen.”
- “Best game ported to mobile ever, well-executed controls, great graphics, and well-optimized; it runs smoothly on my phone, I love it!”
- “It's poorly optimized.”
- “Kinda frustrating that I even took 50 replays to complete 1 single mission because of the worst optimization they've given to controls.”
- “I have died multiple times due to those two things and honestly until it's optimized better or gets patched or something I am uninstalling it; it just isn't enjoyable in its current state.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its beautiful graphics, immersive soundtracks, and engaging story, creating a captivating experience for players. Many users appreciate the thoughtful design and fluid controls, although some express concerns about distractions from the interface that can detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “Just finished the game, and I say it's a totally great experience playing this game. Beautiful graphics, smooth gameplay, and atmospheric sounds.”
- “Like this game so much, the atmosphere, story, characters, and soundtracks are fantastic. I'm extremely happy with the purchase.”
- “It has such a good mechanism, controls are fluid, and the atmosphere and story are top-notch.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere, contributing to the emotional depth of the story and characters. Players appreciate the soundtracks for their ability to create suspense and immersion, making the gameplay experience more engaging. Overall, the combination of good art, music, and controls has left players satisfied and eager for potential sequels.
- “Has good music, good atmosphere.”
- “Like this game so much, the atmosphere, story, characters, and the soundtracks. After watching others play over and over again, I'm extremely happy with the purchase and really hope they release Little Nightmares 2; I would happily spend on that one too.”
- “Graphics, music, and general atmosphere is very good.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find humor in the game's bugs, with instances like getting stuck in a cage providing unexpected comedic moments. Overall, the quirky glitches contribute to a lighthearted experience, enhancing enjoyment despite the game's darker themes.
- “But it's okay; the bugs make the game so funny!”
- “I like Little Nightmares 1. There was a bug in the prison where you're supposed to move this cage across the air, but I got stuck in it somehow. It was really funny.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users criticizing it as a cash grab due to poor graphics and low frame rates, while others appreciate the absence of ads. Overall, the sentiment suggests a desire for better quality alongside fair monetization practices.
- “Wow, what a cash grab! The game graphics are greyish and super blurry, and the FPS is so low it makes me sick.”
- “The game is good, but the monetization is frustrating. Please post Little Nightmares 2 on the Google Play Store!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 disappointed and later feeling overwhelming happiness upon discovering the game's release on mobile resonates strongly, showcasing the game's impact on personal experiences and relationships.
- “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.”