Save for big names in the horror genre like the Resident Evil and Silent Hill franchises, it’s rare for a small-ish horror game to see multiple sequels, especially one that’s not based on survival-horror gameplay.
Thankfully, Bandai Namco’s horror property, which blends puzzle-solving with platforming, and of course, sprinkled with horror elements, have seemingly perfected the formula over the course of multiple games.
While it might not be as popular as the big boys of the genre, this series has its own following, and given Bandai Namco has funded three games into it, it should be doing well enough commercially.
Little Nightmares III Release Date
The game we’re referring to is none other than horror platformer Little Nightmares 3, which is now being developed by Supermassive Games (Until Dawn).
Bandai Namco has confirmed thatLittle Nightmares 3 will be available on October 10for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2, and PC.
Alongside the release date, Bandai Namco also announced the game’s various editions, pre-order bonuses, and additional details.
First off, those who pre-order the game will receive early access to Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition and the Dark Six Costumes Set.
If you want more bang for your buck, there’s aDeluxe Editionof the game, which contains the Secrets of the Spire Expansion Pass that will add new chapters to the base game post-launch. It will also feature the Residents Costume Pack, which includes four sets of costumes.
Finally, there’s also the Premium Collector Edition, which includes actual physical items.
The full contents of the Premium Collector’s include:
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Bandai Namco has also announced the Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC, and it’s also releasing on October 10. As one might expect, this enhances the original game in the franchise with technical improvements such as volumetric lightning and ray tracing.
There are also gameplay improvements planned for it, which include better checkpoint placement, gameplay helpers, and letting more players discover Six’s journey through the Maw.
For people who pre-order the game on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the Enhanced Edition will be available right away.
Released in 2017 and developed by Tarsier Studios, Little Nightmares was a surprise hit to many. Its sequel was released in 2021, and was also developed by Tarsier Studios. For some reason, which wasn’t disclosed by Bandai Namco, the third chapter in the game is being developed by Supermassive — a studio familiar with Bandai Namco, as it has developed the first set of The Dark Pictures Anthology for Bandai Namco.
If you want to catch up on the horror game’s vibe before the third chapter is released,check out our review of the latest game in the franchiseto understand why this series is universally loved. Thatgame also has a secret ending, in case you didn’t know.
Will Supermassive be able to maintain the franchise’s vibe and quality? We’ll know for sure once October rolls around.
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