You play as Six, a raincoat-wearing, barefoot child who must escape a world full of oversized horrors. Why does she wear a raincoat indoors? Is it raining? Are her feet cold? We may never know. Six doesn’t talk, but her stomach is louder than her actions. She gets hungry a lot. Like, “willing to eat questionable meat” hungry.

Your job is to guide Six through The Maw, a floating buffet for grotesque beings who clearly never heard of moderation. Spoiler: They want you on the menu.

Pro Tip: You’re not special. Everyone and everything in this world hates you. Good luck!

Let’s cover the basics, because you're going to need them. Or not. Panic button-mashing works too.

Move: Left stick or keyboard. Walk with purpose, but not too much, or you'll fall off something.

Crouch: For sneaky sneaky. Spoiler: You're still obvious.

Run: Essential for “Oh no, I made noise and now the janitor wants to un-alive me” moments.

Jump and Grab: To remind you that you have the upper body strength of a noodle.

Lighter: Lights up your path and announces to the monsters, "Hey! I’m over here!"


Pro Tip: Memorize these controls, or you’ll spend more time in monster bellies than in the game.

Here’s the thing: everyone in The Maw is horrifying. Here are your new frenemies:

The Janitor

A man with long, floppy arms and zero chill. He’s blind but has super hearing, so unless you tiptoe past him, he’s coming for you. Fun fact: His arms are longer than his body. Funner fact: He uses them to grab you like a claw machine.

Survival Tip: He can’t hear you if you don’t make noise. Be a stealthy mouse, not a clumsy elephant.


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The Chefs

Imagine Gordon Ramsay, but grotesquely obese, with droopy skin, and a penchant for cooking… you. There are two of them, because one wasn’t enough. They waddle around with cleavers, ready to chop you into garnish.

Survival Tip: Don’t let them see you. If they do, they’ll chase you while huffing and puffing like they ran a marathon.


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The Guests

Gluttony personified. They’re too busy stuffing their faces to chase you… until they see you. Then they’ll drop their sushi rolls and scramble after you like you’re dessert.

Survival Tip: Never underestimate the speed of a hungry person.


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The Lady

The final boss, who oozes creepy elegance. She’s vain, powerful, and doesn’t need hands to ruin your day. Her hobbies include staring into mirrors and hating her reflection (same).

Survival Tip: Be prepared for a twist that will make you question everything about Six.

Stealth is Key

You’re small and squishy. Monsters are big and squishy but much meaner. Hide under tables, inside boxes, or in the shadows. Pro tip: Don’t hide where they just saw you.


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Puzzles Galore

Every door, lever, and button is a test of your patience. You’ll feel like a genius one moment and a complete fool the next.

Pro Tip: If you’re stuck, ask yourself, “What would a tiny child do?” Then do the opposite.


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Your Stomach is Your Worst Enemy

Six’s stomach has the worst timing. Right when you’re about to make progress, she’ll clutch her belly and demand food. Sometimes it’s bread. Sometimes it’s… not.

Pro Tip: Don’t think too hard about what you’re eating. Just accept it.

1. Break the Gnomes’ Pottery: Because they’re tiny and can’t stop you.


2. Hug the Nomes: These little guys are cute and harmless. Plus, they need hugs after all the pottery-breaking you’ve done.


3. Embrace Death: You’ll die a lot. It’s part of the charm.


4. Pay Attention to the Background: The environment tells a story. Also, it distracts you from the existential dread.


5. Don’t Look Back: Literally. The monsters are always right behind you.

Little Nightmares is a rollercoaster of emotions. You’ll laugh (nervously), cry (probably), and scream (definitely). It’s a game that makes you feel small, vulnerable, and slightly nauseous—but in a fun way!

Pro Tip: If you’re playing at night, keep the lights on. And maybe have a snack. Just not sushi.

And there you have it: your unhelpful guide to Little Nightmares. Remember, the game may be short, but the nightmares it gives you will last a lifetime. Have fun! Or don’t. It’s your funeral.