Preview: Little Nightmares III Demo
Jumping into the Little Nightmares III demo felt like meeting an old friend, only with one giant monster and a new friend beside me. I’ve personally loved the series since the first game. The second I saw that it was available, playing the new co-op demo on Steam with my husband was a must. It gave us the perfect excuse for teamwork, playful bickering, and puzzle-solving. Visually, Little Nightmares III maintains the series’ signature aesthetic. These games have always stood out for their moody environments, offbeat creatures, and a world that makes you want to explore every shadow. In the demo, I kept stopping for screenshots or to admire a creepy hallway, to my husbands slight annoyance. Even with a new studio, Supermassive Games, the spirit of Little Nightmares is still here and just as strong.
Our playthrough was packed with laughs and groans over missed jumps and clever puzzles. We had the kind of communication breakdowns that co-op games live for. Swapping tasks... Low’s bow or Alone’s wrench... turned each challenge into a quick negotiation. The character designs of Low and Alone funnily enough matched up with me and my husbands aesthetics perfectly. We debated who wanted the pressure of each challenge, but also like any good coop game each character had their specific uses.
The demo runs around 40 to 50 minutes, offering enough time to explore its eerie environments and engage with the new co-op mechanics. The game introduced drifting/flying with umbrellas that opens up a whole new dynamic for puzzles. While we encountered only a couple minor bugs at the very end, everything else ran smoothly. After nearly an hour lost in Nowhere, I walked away more than satisfied. For fans, this is an easy yes. For couples who game together, it’s pure co-op gold.
If you’re looking forward to the October 10 release, Little Nightmares III is coming to all the major platforms: Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2), PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. You can choose between standard and deluxe versions, or go for the Mirror Edition on Amazon. For $150 CAD, you get an art book, a steelbook with Low and Alone reaching out for each other, a 12cm figurine, a sticker set, the original soundtrack CD, and all the Deluxe Edition game content. Preorder bonuses include extra costumes and post-launch DLC chapters for even more nightmare-filled hours.
If you prefer digital content, Steam and other platform bundles are available too, with the base game, costumes, and expansion content for $53 to $80 CAD on Steam, depending on the pack. Overall, the bundles are generous, and the collector’s set is a great choice for anyone already counting down the days to launch.
For those who enjoy slow-burn horror adventures with a partner, this preview certainly sets the stage for the full experience. Anticipation level: High.
