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Reanimal

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Release Date: February 13, 2026

Adventure, Horror, For 2 Players, Action Adventure, Splitscreen, Xbox Play Anywhere, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

An adventure horror from the authors of the first two installments of Little Nightmares. In Reanimal we follow the journey of a brother and a sister. They are trying to escape from a horrifying island, solving puzzles and avoiding unusually large enemies along the way.

8.1

OpenCritic

7.4

Steam

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Reanimal is an adventure game from the horror genre. The game was developed by Tarsier Studios, a Swedish development studio whose portfolio includes the first two installments of the Little Nightmares series.

Plot

The main characters of Reanimal are a brother and sister whose stay on the island that was once their home turns into a real nightmare. The orphans must not only escape from this terrifying place, but also save their missing friends.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Switch 2

Switch 2

Features

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We’ll probably never know what Little Nightmares 3 would’ve been like if the original team had made it, but at least we’ve got Reanimal

We’ll probably never know what Little Nightmares 3 would’ve been like if the original team had made it, but at least we’ve got Reanimal

From the eerie world of Little Nightmares to something darker and more intense, Reanimal delivers. Plus, you can play it in couch co-op.

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October 15, 2025

We’ll probably never know what Little Nightmares 3 would’ve been like if the original team had made it, but at least we’ve got Reanimal

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Reanimal Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-9400F / AMD Ryzen 5 2400G, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 4 GB Radeon RX 480, 18 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-7700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 6600 XT, 18 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Reanimal Video Game.

8.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 83% of Critics. There are 134 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Cloud Dosage: 4.3 / 5 by Jon Scarr

Reanimal will feel familiar if you’ve played Little Nightmares or Little Nightmares II, but the shift into fully 3D spaces changes how you explore and move forward. You’re still relying on observation, using light to find paths, and working together to solve puzzles, but there’s more freedom in how you approach each area. If you liked how Little Nightmares made you pay attention to your surroundings instead of guiding you directly, Reanimal builds on that while giving you more room to explore and figure things out yourself.

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ComicBook.com: 4 / 5

Taking cues from Playdead’s scant yet genre-defining pair of titles and Tarsier’s most famous series, Reanimal’s premise of throwing children into hazardous scenarios within strange lands seems initially like a retread of genre classics. This foundation gives it a recognizable base that it leverages to its advantage quite well.

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TheGamer: 4 / 5 by Joshua Robertson

It’s a true evolution of the Little Nightmares formula, and while some technical issues can frustrate at times, and it loses a bit of its tension as it draws to a close, it’s still an experience that I would easily recommend to any horror fan.

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74%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (23,818)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Atmosphere and Visuals: Players consistently praised the game's dark, immersive atmosphere and stunning graphics, noting that the environments are beautifully crafted and contribute significantly to the horror experience.
  • Engaging Storytelling: The narrative, while ambiguous, is compelling and encourages players to interpret the themes and events, creating a sense of mystery.
  • Expanded Gameplay Mechanics: The game introduces new gameplay elements, including basic combat and various movement mechanics, which enhance the pacing and variety of the experience.
  • Co-op Experience: Many players enjoyed the co-op mode, which adds a layer of fun and tension, making the experience more memorable when played with a friend.
  • Emotional Weight: The story of siblings searching for their friends resonates emotionally, adding depth to the gameplay.

The main cons of the game

  • Short Length: Many reviews highlighted that the game is quite short, typically taking only 3-5 hours to complete, which many players felt was not justified by the price point of $40.
  • Technical Issues: Users reported bugs, frame rate drops, and connection issues in co-op mode, which detracted from their overall experience.
  • Lack of Puzzles: Some players noted that the game lacks challenging puzzles, making the gameplay feel somewhat simplistic and linear.

Conclusion

    The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

    • More Content for Price: Players expressed that the game should offer more content or be priced lower, especially considering the planned DLC that would add more story content but at an additional cost.
    • Improved Co-op Features: Some reviews suggested that the co-op mechanics could have been more integrated and engaging, rather than relying on basic interactions.
    • Better Optimization: Users called for more polish and optimization to enhance the gameplay experience, particularly in terms of performance and bug fixes.
    • Chapter Select: The absence of a chapter select feature made it difficult for players to replay specific sections or find missed collectibles.

    Summary

    • Overall, while REANIMAL has been well-received for its atmosphere, storytelling, and graphics, it faces criticism for its short length, technical issues, and some gameplay mechanics that could benefit from further development.

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