Little Nightmares III dropped earlier this week as the latest entry in the cosy puzzle-horror series — but is Little Nightmares III standalone? Do you actually need to play the first two games to jump into the third?
Developed by Supermassive Games, Little Nightmares III follows two new protagonists: Low, a boy in a bird mask, and Alone, a girl with red pigtails and goggles. Together, they navigate four eerie, dreamlike landscapes while uncovering fragments of Low’s memories.
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Do I need to play Little Nightmares 1 + 2 to play 3?
No, you don’t have to play the other games first; Little Nightmares III is an enjoyable standalone title.
This third installment is a self-contained story, meaning newcomers can jump in immediately without worrying about previous lore or continuity.
Little Nightmares III is available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 for $62.95.
