What to know
- Little Nightmares 3 allows crossplay only within the same console family (e.g., PS4 with PS5, Xbox One with Xbox Series X/S).
- There is no cross-platform play between PlayStation, Xbox, PC, or Nintendo Switch ecosystems.
- The game is not included in Xbox Game Pass at launch; players must buy it separately.
- Online two-player co-op is available with Friend’s Pass so only one player needs to own the game to play together.
Unlike the previous entries, Little Nightmares 3, released on October 10, 2025, introduces online co-op but lacks local multiplayer. Although it does not allow crossplay across different console platforms, cross-generation play within the same ecosystem is supported, such as between PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 or Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. PC players can only play with other PC users. Nintendo Switch currently does not support cross-generation play with its next-gen version at launch but is considering it.
Little Nightmares 3 is developed by Supermassive Games and published by Bandai Namco. It offers atmospheric horror platforming with two playable characters who navigate puzzles and threats in the mysterious Nowhere. Platforms include:
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox One
- Xbox Series X/S
- PC (Steam, Microsoft Store)
- Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Switch (next-gen)
Little Nightmares 3 crossplay details
Crossplay is limited exclusively to the same console family and generation bridging. Here is the supported crossplay summary:
| Platform | Crossplay Supported With |
|---|---|
| PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 |
| PlayStation 5 | PlayStation 4 |
| Xbox One | Xbox Series X/S |
| Xbox Series X/S | Xbox One |
| Nintendo Switch | Currently no cross-gen support (planned in a future update) |
| PC | PC only |
| Between ecosystems (PS/Xbox/Switch/PC) | No crossplay |
This means if a friend uses a different console brand, joining co-op is not possible. Online co-op requires an internet connection and two copies of the game unless using the Friend’s Pass feature, which lets one player invite another who doesn't own the game.
Availability on Xbox Game Pass
Little Nightmares 3 is not available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. It is available for purchase on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2), and PC. The launch price is approximately $39.99 USD. Any future inclusion in Game Pass would need official announcement from Microsoft or Bandai Namco.
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