Little Nightmares 2: Enhanced Edition is out now on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

Little Nightmares 2 review
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Little Nightmares 2: Enhanced Edition is out now across all three new-gen consoles.

Earlier today, developer Tarsier revealed that Little Nightmares 2: Enhanced Edition was releasing right now. The updated edition of the 2021 horror-adventure game is available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, and is available as a free upgrade to everyone who already owns Little Nightmares 2.

If you play on consoles, you'll have the option of two graphics modes: Beauty Mode and Performance Mode. The former of these modes runs at a native 4K resolution but restricts the frame rate to 30FPS, while the latter mode boosts the frame rate to 60FPS while utilizing dynamic resolution for output up to 4K. PC users will be able to adjust all these options individually.

Across all systems though, there's a number of impressive visual upgrades for Little Nightmares 2. Firstly, there's ray tracing used with reflections for some astounding detail in pools of water and mirrors, and there's also improved volumetric shadows, perfect for the grisly creatures that'll be chasing you throughout Tarsier's sequel.

Next up, there's 3D audio for all 5.1 and 7.1 speakers and headset, which is ideal if you want to really hear all the horrors that lurk around you. Finally, there's something called "interactive particles," which produces clouds of dust particles from individual items like books and chairs, which react to your movements. That's some pretty intricate detailing, and all contained within a free upgrade, no less.

For what we made of Tarsier's unsettling sequel, head over to our full Little Nightmares 2 review for more.

Hirun Cryer

Hirun Cryer is a freelance reporter and writer with Gamesradar+ based out of U.K. After earning a degree in American History specializing in journalism, cinema, literature, and history, he stepped into the games writing world, with a focus on shooters, indie games, and RPGs, and has since been the recipient of the MCV 30 Under 30 award for 2021. In his spare time he freelances with other outlets around the industry, practices Japanese, and enjoys contemporary manga and anime.

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