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Little Nightmares Walkthrough


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Step into a world where shadows whisper secrets, and fears come to life. Welcome to our comprehensive Little Nightmares walkthrough, your personal guide to navigating the dark, twisted labyrinth of this spine-chilling adventure.

With intricate puzzles, eerie environments, and sinister surprises around every corner, you’ll need more than just courage to survive. Let us be the flickering light in the darkness as we help you uncover the unsettling truth hidden within the depths of The Maw.

Complete Little Nightmares Walkthrough Guide

Choose an area from the list for the full Little Nightmares walkthrough. Details of each area are found below.

The Prison Walkthrough

The Prison is the first area in Little Nightmares, and is where Six awakens to begin her adventure. You must navigate through various cabins and vent shafts to make it through this area of the Maw. You’ll also see The Janitor, though you won’t encounter him here now.

Our walkthrough will safely guide you through The Prison, as well as:

  • Hug 3 Nomes
  • Break 2 Statues
  • Light 9 Lanterns
  • Light 1 Candle

The Lair Walkthrough

The Lair is the second area of the Maw in Little Nightmares. Six will frequently encounter The Janitor in this area. You’ll need to carefully make your way through each section of The Lair without being noticed to survive.

Our walkthrough will safely guide you through The Lair, as well as:

  • Hug 3 Nomes
  • Break 2 Statues
  • Light 5 Lanterns
  • Light 5 Candles

The Kitchen Walkthrough

The Kitchen is the third area you’ll need to navigate in Little Nightmares. In The Kitchen, Six will encounter the Twin Chefs. If spotted, they’ll use hammers and cleavers to try to get rid of you. Be stealthy and quick through your passage here.

Our walkthrough will safely guide you through The Kitchen, as well as:

  • Hug 3 Nomes
  • Break 3 Statues
  • Light 3 Lanterns
  • Light 2 Candles

The Guest Area Walkthrough

The Guest Area is the fourth area of The Maw in Little Nightmares. Guests of The Maw populate this area, and they’re hungry. Acting as this area’s antagonists, you’ll need to sneak through without being seen and make a quick escape.

Our walkthrough will safely guide you through The Guest Area, as well as:

  • Hug 4 Nomes
  • Break 2 Statues
  • Light 4 Lanterns
  • Light 1 Candle

The Lady’s Quarters Walkthrough

The Lady’s Quarters is the fifth and final area of The Maw in Little Nightmares. Here, you’ll encounter The Lady, the person responsible for casting a spell on The Maw. Defeat her to make your escape.

Our walkthrough will safely guide you through The Lady’s Quarters, as well as:

  • Break 1 Statue