Supermassive Games is known for their bone chilling horror games like Little Nightmares, The Quarry and The Dark Pictures Anthology. Little Nightmare is a series that successfully captivated huge number of gamers. The critically-acclaimed horror adventure title makes everyone feel unsettling.
Supermassive Games are coming back with Little Nightmares III this year. Many players are eagerly waiting to dive back into the wrapped reality of The Nowhere. This time they will introduce new characters you will follow the journey of Low & Alone. To make things even more exciting they are implementing Co-op or in solo with an AI companion.
A New Nightmare Dawns
In this new game our usual protagonist the raincoat hero Six takes a backseat. The developers introduce new set of characters Low and Alone. They are trapped within a twisted district of The Nowhere. These two characters need to navigate through this treacherous landscape while being aware of the grotesque enemies.
“In Little Nightmares III, you follow the journey of Low & Alone, as they search for a path that could lead them out of the Nowhere.”
This time the developers focused on a ramshackle urban environment. You will encounter dilapidated houses, eerie dumps and unsettling stores. The entire environment is rendered in a hauntingly beautiful way it makes you feel uncomfortable. Moreover, you will also encounter eerie fun fairs and a gloomy factory. Only time can tell what waits in those ruined buildings.
“Trapped within the Spiral, a cluster of disturbing places, the two friends will have to work together to survive in a dangerous world full of delusions and escape the grasp of an even greater threat lurking in the shadows.”
The Power of Two: Cooperative Gameplay
Players can now have cooperative gameplay in Little Nightmares III. You can control both Low or Alone to solve puzzles and environmental obstacles. The cooperative element adds more kick to the strategic thinking, communication and teamwork. Moreover, it is always fun to experience horror games with your friends.
“Meet Low and Alone and learn more about the boy in the raven mask and the girl with pigtails. Guide the two friends through a menacing world as they search for a way out of the Nowhere.”
However, if you are a lone wolf and want to enjoy the game solo then don’t worry. Little Nightmare III features an AI companion which is controlled by the game itself. This is quite fascinating how new games are implementing AI usage. It is yet to see how the game will control the AI companion.
Facing Childhood Fears
Little Nightmares is amazing at capturing the nightmarish essence of childhood fears. The gigantic buildings and monstrous inhabitants highlight the helplessness of a child who is going through a nightmare. The game will make you feel uncomfortable the main gist of the game is to not let these nightmares get the best of you.
The trailers portrayed distorted figures and towering giants. They also included mannequins that comes to life to haunt Low and Alone. The constant presence of claustrophobia really increases your anxiety. The developers discussed about how they want to include more psychological horror elements.
The Legacy of The Nowhere
The main plot of the Little Nightmares III is still under the cover but it definitely sure that the theme will follow its predecessors. Players can expect to come across cryptic messages, puzzles and environmental storytelling. You might even find some easter eggs from previous games.
Moreover, most players are curious to know how Low and Alone will be connected to raincoat girl. Will she be a playable character? It is still hard to tell. However, it will be quite thrilling if Six makes a cameo.
A Thrilling Evolution
Little Nightmares III seems like it will come back with more horror and unsettling feelings. The new characters, cooperative gameplay and the deserted necropolis will definitely enhance the beauty of the game. Moreover, this time it will be extra fun because you can experience the horror with your friends and solve puzzles together to escape The Nowhere.
You will definitely have a heart pounding experience and get bone chilling experience. As the release date comes near the fans are just becoming more excited. Only time can tell how much impact Little Nightmares III will leave behind.
