Little Nightmares II is a game with a huge amount of promise. Its 2017 predecessor, Little Nightmares, quickly became one of Tarsier Studios’ best releases. That’s a big praise considering the developer has already worked on projects like LittleBigPlanet. But the dark story, the wild world, and the perfectly blended platform and puzzle gameplay made it a surprise hit.
With its sequel, Tarsier Studios is now looking to expand the narrative and improve on its predecessor. The end result is a game that is one of the first must-see experiences of 2021. All fans of the first game will want to try it, while all other players should at least try it.
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Little Nightmares II essentially follows the events of the first title. Six, the little boy and protagonist of Little Nightmares, returns in the sequel. However, this time around Six was relegated to being a computer-controlled character. Players now take on the role of Mono, who frees Six and accompanies her for the rest of the narrative. Mono acts as a kind of protector for Six, guiding her through the terrifying world.
As a sequel, it’s best to play Little Nightmares before delving into the new narrative. It’s not strictly necessary, as the franchise has a unique way of telling stories. Nothing is really said directly to the player, with no dialogue or game text to explain what is going on. Instead, players are expected to explore the world and make their own assumptions about events.
Little Nightmares II excels at creating mysteries you want to solve. By not revealing anything directly, the story prompts you to discover the reasons why the world has become so monstrous. While there seem to be no definite answers, the game provides a lot of material with clues for players to guess. Just like with its predecessor, fans will have a lot to consider when they come up with fan theories and explanations.
The sequel also takes Six to new locations, expanding the game universe. This helps to give Little Nightmares II the feeling of being a bigger, more established world. At the end of the story, it’s hard not to feel personally involved. Thankfully, there’s a satisfying conclusion to the conclusion that looks well done, even if it’s a bit confusing.
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