Little Nightmares III vs Resident Evil Requiem

• Perspective: 2.5D Side-Scroller
• Multiplayer: 2-Player Online Co-op Only
• Setting: The Nowhere / The Spiral
• Platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
• Unique Feature: The first game in the series designed for co-op, featuring two new protagonists with unique, complementary tools for puzzle-solving and survival.

• Perspective: First-Person and Third-Person (Switchable)
• Setting: Raccoon City, Wrenwood Hotel
• Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam)
• Protagonist: Grace Ashcroft
• Unique Feature: Ability to switch between first-person and third-person camera perspectives at any time during gameplay.

• Co-op Partner: The game is designed around a duo. In solo mode, the second character is controlled by AI. In online co-op, they are controlled by another player. Cooperation is mandatory for solving most puzzles.
  Human (Player/AI)

• Survival Horror
• Puzzle-Platformer
• Co-op
• Psychological Horror
• Fairy Tale
• Dread

• Survival Horror
• Psychological Horror
• Bio-Terrorism
• Conspiracy
• Corporate Malfeasance
• Legacy and Family

• Character Outfits: Details on character customization and alternate costumes have not been announced. Previous games in the series have often included unlockable costumes as rewards for completing the game or as part of deluxe editions.

Progression is based on puzzle-solving and traversal using each character's unique tool. Low uses a bow and arrow to hit switches and cut ropes, while Alone uses a wrench to turn mechanisms and smash barriers. There are no traditional skill trees; progression is about mastering the co-op mechanics and finding new tools like the Parasol for gliding.

Specific skill and upgrade systems have not been detailed. Based on series conventions, players can expect to find and upgrade a variety of weapons. The protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, is described as less of a combat expert than previous protagonists, suggesting that evasion, puzzle-solving, and resource management will be heavily emphasized. Crafting of healing items and ammunition is also expected to return.

The game features a linear, 2.5D structure across four main chapters. Each chapter is a distinct, horrifying location within The Spiral, including the sand-ravaged 'Necropolis' (home to the giant Monster Baby), the gloomy 'Candy Factory', and the grotesque 'Carnevale'.

Confirmed locations include the Wrenwood Hotel and the devastated Raccoon City, including the iconic Raccoon City Police Department building. The extent and size of these areas are currently unknown, but previews suggest claustrophobic, horror-focused environments rather than a large open world.

• Low: Playable Protagonist
  A spindly-limbed child in a white raven mask who wields a bow and arrow.
• Alone: Playable Protagonist
  A confident child with red pigtails who wields a wrench.
• Monster Baby: Antagonist
  The giant, doll-like 'Resident' of the Necropolis chapter.
• The Supervisor: Antagonist
  A creepy, multi-armed woman who stalks the Candy Factory like a spider.

• Grace Ashcroft: Playable Protagonist
  An FBI technical analyst investigating a mysterious case tied to her family's past. She is portrayed as more vulnerable and less combat-proficient than other Resident Evil heroes.
• Alyssa Ashcroft (mentioned): Key Story Character
  Grace's mother and a journalist who was a playable character in the Resident Evil Outbreak series. Her past investigations and murder are central to Requiem's plot.
• Hooded Man: Antagonist (Speculative)
  A mysterious hooded figure seen in the reveal trailer who appears to be a central villain.

• Main Story Campaign
  The primary mission will be to guide Grace Ashcroft through the game's story, investigating the Wrenwood Hotel and the ruins of Raccoon City to uncover the truth behind her mother's death and a new bio-organic threat. This will involve puzzle-solving, exploration, resource management, and combat/evasion.

The game is the first in the series built for co-op. It supports 2-player online co-op only. There is no local couch co-op, a decision that has been widely criticized. The game includes a 'Friend's Pass,' allowing one owner to invite a friend to play for free. A single-player mode with an AI companion is also available.

The game is available in a Standard Edition ($39.99), a Deluxe Edition ($59.99 - includes the Expansion Pass for two future chapters and cosmetic packs), a retail Mirror Edition (includes a figurine), and a premium Premium Spiral Edition (includes a music box figurine base).

• Q: What is Little Nightmares III?
  A: It is the third game in the horror-platformer series and the first to be built for co-op. It follows two new child protagonists, Low and Alone, as they try to escape a nightmarish world.
• Q: Can I play it in local couch co-op?
  A: No. The game only supports 2-player online co-op. It does not have any local or split-screen multiplayer, a decision that has been widely criticized.
• Q: Do both players need to own the game?
  A: No. The game includes a 'Friend's Pass,' which allows someone who owns the game to invite a friend to play the entire story with them online for free.
• Q: Is it still made by the original developers?
  A: No. The original developer, Tarsier Studios, was acquired and moved on to a new IP. Little Nightmares III was developed by Supermassive Games, known for titles like Until Dawn and The Quarry.

• Q: What is Resident Evil Requiem?
  A: Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth mainline installment in the Resident Evil survival horror series, featuring a new protagonist named Grace Ashcroft and a return to Raccoon City.
• Q: When will Resident Evil Requiem be released?
  A: The game is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026.
• Q: What platforms will Resident Evil Requiem be on?
  A: It will be available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
• Q: Can I play in third-person?
  A: Yes, for the first time in a new mainline Resident Evil game at launch, you can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives freely.
• Q: Is Resident Evil Requiem a sequel to Resident Evil Village?
  A: Yes, it is the next main entry in the series after Resident Evil Village.
• Q: Is this a multiplayer game?
  A: No, Resident Evil Requiem has been announced as a single-player experience.

• OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. These specifications reflect the use of Unreal Engine 5. The game requires Windows 11.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary based on the model's cooling and TGP. While not the most demanding UE5 title, a stable framerate is important for the game's timing-based platforming and chase sequences.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is beneficial to handle high graphical settings and resolutions, especially with ray tracing enabled.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich environments and detailed character models will require a laptop with a good cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core mobile CPU is recommended to ensure smooth performance without bottlenecks.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's precise platforming challenges.
• Game Name: Little Nightmares III

• The official detailed system requirements for Resident Evil Requiem have not yet been released. The following are preliminary minimum and recommended requirements based on news reports and are subject to change. The detailed breakdown is an estimation based on recent RE Engine titles.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop equivalents of the desktop GPUs listed below will be required for similar performance. Performance will vary based on the laptop's power delivery (TGP) and cooling system. Newer gaming laptops should handle the game well, but specifications will become clearer closer to launch.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: A higher Total Graphics Power (TGP) will be crucial for achieving stable framerates, especially at higher resolutions and settings.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Efficient cooling will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during intense gameplay sessions.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core CPU will be important for handling both the graphical and gameplay demands of the RE Engine.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance by bypassing the integrated GPU.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Support for upscaling technologies like DLSS, FSR, and XeSS is highly anticipated to achieve better performance at higher resolutions, though not officially confirmed.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, and Anti-Aliasing will likely be the most performance-intensive settings.
• Game Name: Resident Evil Requiem

• Upscaling Tech: Support for upscaling technologies like DLSS, FSR, and XeSS is highly anticipated to achieve better performance at higher resolutions, though not officially confirmed.
• Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, and Anti-Aliasing will likely be the most performance-intensive settings.

• G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is beneficial to handle high graphical settings and resolutions, especially with ray tracing enabled.
• Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich environments and detailed character models will require a laptop with a good cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core mobile CPU is recommended to ensure smooth performance without bottlenecks.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's precise platforming challenges.

• G P U T G P: A higher Total Graphics Power (TGP) will be crucial for achieving stable framerates, especially at higher resolutions and settings.
• Cooling Thermals: Efficient cooling will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during intense gameplay sessions.
• C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core CPU will be important for handling both the graphical and gameplay demands of the RE Engine.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance by bypassing the integrated GPU.