From the creators of Little Nightmares, Reanimal is a co-op horror game where two siblings explore a nightmare island to rescue their friends. Released February 13, 2026, it’s darker and more grounded than Little Nightmares, with added combat mechanics.
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Is It Worth Buying?
Metacritic: 80/100 | Steam: Very Positive
What’s Good:
- Incredible atmosphere and sound design
- Disturbing creature design and body horror
- Adds combat (knife, crowbar, weapons)
- Works great solo or co-op
What’s Not:
- Short (5-7 hours for $40)
- Puzzles are too easy
- Ending feels weak
- Story is confusing and fragmented
Buy it if: You loved Little Nightmares and want more atmospheric horror. Skip it if: You want challenging gameplay or long playtime for your money.
System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
| OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel i5-9400F | Intel i7-7700K / Ryzen 5 3600X |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | GTX 1060 / RX 480 | RTX 2060 |
| Storage | 50 GB | 50 GB SSD |
Steam Deck: Playable at 30 FPS. Set Post Processing to LOW and other settings to Medium/High. Battery: 3.5-4 hours.
How Long to Beat?
| Playstyle | Time |
| Main Story | 5-7 hours |
| 100% Completion | 8-10 hours |
| Platinum Trophy | 8-10 hours |
| Speedrun | ~2 hours |
Collectibles Guide
110 Total Collectibles:
- 18 Masks (cosmetic)
- 20 Posters (unlock concept art)
- 5 Coffins (unlock secret ending)
- 5 Hidden Statues (unlock Sheep Mask)
- 5 Critters (kill for masks)
- 10 Rest Spots (sit on chairs)
- 47 Secrets (auto-tracked)
⚠️ MISSABLES:
- Coffins and Hidden Statues must be found in ONE playthrough
- Chapter Select won’t count for secret ending
- If you miss one, restart from New Game
Easy Platinum: 31 achievements, takes 8-10 hours for 100%.
Solo vs Co-op
Solo: AI companion auto-completes tasks. Best for horror immersion.
Co-op:
- Local split-screen
- Online with Friend’s Pass (one person owns, other plays free)
- Full crossplay (PC, PS5, Xbox, Switch 2)
Most players recommend solo first for atmosphere.
Key Gameplay Features
- Combat: Knife, crowbar, harpoons (unlike Little Nightmares)
- Stealth: Hide and run from enemies
- Puzzles: Easy environmental puzzles
- Boat exploration: Travel between islands
- Dark themes: War, PTSD, childhood trauma (Rated M)
DLC & Editions
Standard ($40): Base game only
Deluxe ($60): Base game + Season Pass (3 DLC chapters coming) + 2 exclusive masks
Wait for DLC announcements unless you’re certain you’ll want more content.
FAQ
Can I play solo? Yes, AI companion handles everything.
Is it scary? Unsettling and disturbing, not jump-scare heavy.
Multiple endings? Yes. Secret ending unlocked by finding all 5 Coffins.
Crossplay? Yes, all platforms.
Appropriate for kids? No. Rated M for gore, violence, disturbing themes.
Final Verdict
Rating: 8/10
Reanimal is Little Nightmares for adults—darker, grittier, more disturbing. Great atmosphere and creature design, but short and overpriced at $40.
Play if: You want atmospheric horror and loved Little Nightmares.
Skip if: You need value for money or challenging gameplay.