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Little Nightmares

PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2017

Should you play it?

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

What works

  • Unique and immersive atmosphere
  • Beautiful and detailed art style
  • Engaging sound design and music
  • Thought-provoking and interpretive story
  • Intuitive controls and gameplay

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length
  • Some camera and control issues
  • Limited replayability
  • Minimal explicit narrative exposition
  • Price considered high by some players

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Little Nightmares: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Creativity. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Continuation, Value.

Last update: 22/08/2026