Many fans were disappointed when Little Nightmares 3 was delayed last year. However, now, without any hurdle, the game is set to release in just a few hours. Its reviews recently came out, and they weren’t what fans expected. The average number it received on Metacritic is actually the lowest in the whole franchise.
However, the game still looks solid, and the hype isn’t dying down. On Steam, just hours before the release, Little Nightmares 3 has become the third best seller. It didn’t manage to reach the top spot mainly because of Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 26, so you can’t really blame it.
Little Nightmares 3 Is Selling Like Hot Cakes
When the developer revealed that there would be co-op in the game, many fans were excited, but some had concerns. The fandom worried that the co-op element might make the game’s atmosphere less scary. Many reviewers noted that it alters the tone and diminishes the sense of isolation and horror that defined its predecessors.
Despite those concerns, Little Nightmares 3 is selling extremely well and is currently the third best-seller on Steam (Steam Deck doesn’t count because it isn’t a game). Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 26 are in first and second place, respectively. Both of these titles are AAA games backed by major companies with massive marketing power, so it’s no surprise they’ve taken the top spots.
Battlefield 6 is also releasing tomorrow, so it will likely remain in first place for a while. That said, it’s very impressive for Little Nightmares 3 to be holding the third position. It’s also worth noting that it is currently the best-selling indie game.
While the critic reviews haven’t been ideal, the industry has recently been leaning more toward user feedback than traditional reviews. For that reason, it will be important to see how well the user reviews perform. Still, the co-op feature is likely to continue drawing criticism, even from long-time fans of the series.
A Day One Patch Will Fix Several Issues
Some of the things that reviewers pointed out will be fixed via the day-one patch.
The patch features the following improvements:
- Improved stability.
- Improved synchronization between players in multiplayer mode.
- Enhancements to AI companion behavior & animations
- Improvements to AI enemy behavior
- Fixes for vibration and controller bugs
- Fixes & improvements for graphics & UI issues, including asset streaming and clipping reduction.
- Audio (SFX and music) fixes and improvements
- Localization & menu improvements
One of the major concerns in the reviews was about the poor AI. So, it is good to see that it will be improved to further enhance your experience.
Below you can find some more interesting news:
- Hollow Knight Silksong Nominated For Best Self Published Indie Game At Golden Joystick Awards
- Players Appear to Be Cancelling Black Ops 7 Pre-Orders After Beta
- Battlefield 6 Vs. Black Ops 7: Why Battlefield May Have The Edge This Year
- Silent Hill Townfall Reportedly Releasing In 2026, Features Similarities With Short Message
- Ghost Of Yotei Has A 96% 5-Star Rating On The PlayStation Store
Obaid Ur Rehman is a lifelong gaming enthusiast with a deep passion for writing about video games. While he enjoys all genres, he specializes in RPGs and Soulslike titles. After tackling some of the toughest bosses, he often unwinds with a cozy game to relax. Outside of gaming, Obaid enjoys watching anime, bingeing TV series, or staying active at the gym.
