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REANIMAL
Developer Tarsier Studios
Reanimal is a 2026 horror adventure video game developed by Tarsier Studios and published by THQ Nordic. The story follows a brother and sister duo, as they survive a flooded, hellish version of their home island, which has become inhabited by hostile creatures, while attempting to save their three friends. It was released on 13 February 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, to… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
608 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Lemmy, Mastodon) · newest Nov 5, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
79
LovedLoved
338 positive · 90 negative
95% range 75–83%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 338 | 90 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 48 | 4 | 96 |
| Lemmy * | 2 | 2 | 13 |
| Mastodon * | 3 | 0 | 12 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
8,382 of 10,315 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
77% recommend · 218 yes, 64 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 282 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Mostly Positive (19,581 of 26,005 positive).
Players praise the game's atmosphere, calling it dark, unsettling, and immersive. [1][2][3] Some consider it a superior spiritual successor to Little Nightmares 3. [4][5][6]
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Representative posts
- [12]
I just finished REANIMAL and I have two thoughts: 1- I had fun. 2- My wallet is now making sad animal noises. Let’s talk numbers, because this game clearly did. It’s $40, and I beat it in 4 hours. That’s basically $10 per hour. For that price, I expected the game to at least tuck me into bed and tell me I’m doing great. To be fair, the 4 hours I got were genuinely enjoyable. The pacing is tight, the experience is …
- [4]
This Is What Little Nightmares 3 Should've been I cannot believe the difference in quality between this game and all the others. Everything here is leagues off the rest. The graphics are much more detailed, the atmosphere much darker and more immersive, the set pieces much more grand in scope and scale. Even the horror is much more effective here. They pulled no punches in disturbing visuals, and they didn't shy …
- [21]
This game feels like a nightmare that doesn’t fully make sense, but you still don’t want to wake up. Everything feels slightly wrong. Not broken, just… off. No jumpscares. No chaos. Just quiet, constant discomfort. Loved it. Ps: Its a very short game, so be warned if you wanna spend 40 for like 4-5 hous of story. But i enjoyed it and can recommend this game.
- [6]
THIS IS THE REAL LITTLE NIGHTMARES 3 Reanimal is already out, and after finishing it I had only one thought: this is what the continuation should have looked like. From the very first minutes the game pulls you in. There is no slow buildup, just instant tension and that constant feeling of unease. Honestly, even the opening felt stronger to me than the whole third Little Nightmares combined. You can really feel the …
- [2]
REANIMAL is honestly one of the best horror co-op games I’ve played in a long time The world is dark, disturbing, and actually scary The monster designs are creepy, the environments are detailed and gross in the best way Performance is great too. I’m playing on native settings no fake frames, no upscaling tricks and it runs smooth and looks sharp And let’s be clear this is NOT Little Nightmares III, That game felt …
Summarised from 34 of the 435 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
77% of the 282 Steam reviewers we collected recommend REANIMAL. The complaint that keeps coming up: game is too short for the $40 price. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Reanimal received "generally favorable" reviews, according to review aggregator website Metacritic. Review aggregator OpenCritic assessed that the game received strong approval, being recommended by 82% of critics. Shortly after launch, the game was review bombed on Steam due to players being frustrated that the Friend's Pass was then not available there. Several hours later, Tarsier Studios announced the Friend's Pass was now available on Steam. Susanne Möller [sv] of Sveriges Television's Kulturnyheterna [sv] rated the game five out of five, calling it "really unpleasant in the best of ways" and a bit reminiscent of the films of Roy Andersson. She said it mixes grotesque evil with…
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Reactions
60 of 608 · most liked firstI just finished REANIMAL and I have two thoughts: 1- I had fun. 2- My wallet is now making sad animal noises. Let’s talk numbers, because this game clearly did. It’s $40, and I beat it in 4 hours. That’s basically $10 per hour. For that price, I expected the game to at least tuck me into bed and tell me I’m doing great. To be fair, the 4 hours I got were genuinely enjoyable. The pacing is tight, the experience is smooth, and it hits that satisfying “one more section” loop. It’s the…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's very good but *very* short, especially at this price. My playtime even includes wandering off for a sandwich and a dump.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The game was fantastic. HOWEVER... it was 3 hours long. Any extra time I have is from pauses and just having the game open. I think $40 dollars for a 3 hour game that has been getting developed for this long is insane. Do not get the game unless you have money to burn, you're a massive fan of the little nightmares games, or it goes on sale.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Complicated feelings on this game. It was engaging and fun for 90% of the playthrough. We ran into one bug that was basically game breaking but we started a new save and it fixed it. But $40 for 4-5 hours of content isn't it in my opinion. On top of that, we have to pay another $25 for the season pass to get more content? Maybe they should have released all of that content with the $40 game.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →When I saw the $40 USD price, I assumed this would be for 6-8 hours of content (maybe some via free DLC). But no, it's 3-4 hours, much like Limbo, Inside, LN, etc (but those all launched for $20 USD). Apparently there is DLC coming for Reanimal, but it will not be free. Usually money is no object for me if a game really looks good, but this is unacceptable. Wait for a sale at $20-25.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This Is What Little Nightmares 3 Should've been I cannot believe the difference in quality between this game and all the others. Everything here is leagues off the rest. The graphics are much more detailed, the atmosphere much darker and more immersive, the set pieces much more grand in scope and scale. Even the horror is much more effective here. They pulled no punches in disturbing visuals, and they didn't shy away from shining a light on very dark themes of suicide and war. The gameplay…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Here is the thing, 40 bucks for a 4h game is crazy in the big 2026. Don't get me wrong, the ambience of the game is very lovely but ain't no way anyone in their right mind would pay 40 bucks for this small of a game. Don't buy it, wait for a sale.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The gameplay is cool, the world is interesting and the characters are cute, however, I don't think this game is worth $40, I've finished the game in around 4 hours and for that content the price shouldn't go above $20-$25. The fact that season pass is being released for an additional $25, worth probably 3-4 hours of gameplay is pretty unrealistic as well. Oh and not to mention the fact that I've disconnected few times in the game and it was a bit buggy, nothing too bad but the player experience…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Unsettling in the Best Way If Little Nightmares 3 is the safe sequel, REANIMAL is the bold step forward. I went into the game expecting something in the same lane as Little Nightmares, but this feels heavier and far more unsettling. From the opening moments, the island feels wrong in a way that is hard to explain. The lighting is dim, the environments feel damp and hostile, and every sound in the distance makes you stop moving for a second. It is not constant jump scares. It is slow dread…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I don't write a lot of reviews. So when I do, it's because I feel very passionately about what I want to say. This game is beautiful. But this game is also kind of a rip off. 40 dollars for 5 maybe 6 hours of gameplay is highway robbery. And with the option to pay 20 more for what I suspect is maybe 1 hour of added gameplay, yeah seems like a bad sell. Way, way, way too short for the price. And the pricing system with the whole season pass thing just leaves a taste in your mouth of once-good…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The game could have been really nice if the devs actually cared and released fixes for bugs and most of people being unable to play the game in co-op. I understand fixing things takes time, but releasing an almost unplayable game for majority who wanted to play online with their friends, then disappearing for 3-4 days only to say "we"re reading the reports" and still no updates, then one more week later still absolutely nothing happened, only releasing a beta patch without friend pass fix and…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Monsters aren't what you should be afraid of After Tarsier and Bandai Namco went their separate ways, many were worried - completely understandably- about the IP's future. Considering how the third entry of the beloved Little Nightmares franchise couldn't live up to expectations, many fans - myself included - were hyped about the fact that the team behind the both critically acclaimed and by fans well-regarded first two entries are working on an entirely new game, something akin of a…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great game and stunning visuals. HOWEVER we completed the playthrough in less than 4 hours. The game is 40€. That's an extremely high cost/playtime. If the game was 20€ that'd be just fine, but for 40€ it's just way too expensive.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game feels like a nightmare that doesn’t fully make sense, but you still don’t want to wake up. Everything feels slightly wrong. Not broken, just… off. No jumpscares. No chaos. Just quiet, constant discomfort. Loved it. Ps: Its a very short game, so be warned if you wanna spend 40 for like 4-5 hous of story. But i enjoyed it and can recommend this game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Incredible expierence 4 hours game for 40 bucks is too much, buy this at sale and you will not regret it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The game was fun and beautiful, but its so OBVIOUS this is not a 40 dollar game. if all 3 upcoming dlcs were free, then yes, 40 $ would be worth it. My friend and myself finished the game in 4 hours and we did not rush. 4 hours for 40 $ ??? That's madness. They should say sorry and give all 3 upcoming DLCs for free. That's the only way they redeem themselfs, but they wont.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →While the game is beautiful in a horrific way it is very short for the price tag. I was a bit sad when the game came to an end in what I thought was an abrupt way. Just to me 6.5 hours seemed short for a $40 game. I know a few DLC will be coming out, and that adds content but again you are paying for that content. The game was good, I would suggest it to someone to play, but I would tell them it could wait till the game went on sale.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →At time of writing this there is currently no friends pass available for PC gamers. So if you're on PC and you're wanting to play with a friend who is also on PC - but without them needing to buy the game - your only option is to try using the Steam Remote Play together feature. I've tested and the feature seems to work OK, so long as your internet connection is fast enough to stream the game. Just note that the host will require a controller for themself to play, and then they can allocate the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Happy Flan Friday! The current vibe is thinking about Reanimal! ngl Reanimal was a totally scary game 😭 the ominous vibes were on point, and the chase scenes were thrilling! It's a perfect game to play for the spooky season! I hope you have a wonderful day, I send love and positivity your way 💛☺️
positive · AI labelView post →Happy Hakurei Hump Day! The current vibe is thinking about Reanimal! ngl Reanimal was such an incredible experience 🥹 the game had an amazing vibe and a ton of chase scenes that were absolutely thrilling, it was an awesome game! I hope you have a wonderful day, I send love and positivity your way 💛☺️
positive · AI labelView post →It has been pointed out in countless reviews, but on principle, I can't recommend Reanimal. It pains me to say that because I love games like this and was genuinely excited for it. The game is beautiful, and I was completely immersed in its atmosphere. It also has some genuinely disturbing moments and got my heart racing. HOWEVER - the game is expensive for the amount of gameplay on offer. I even waited for a sale and still felt it was overpriced. I did replay it but it really doesn't have…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A Soulless, Lazy Cashgrab As a fan of both Little Nightmares I & 2, this was really disappointing. This can't be Tarsier Studios, this is actually terrible. Honestly, it feels like the people behind Little Nightmares barely worked on this. The quality difference is insane. Level Design and Content Both LN games felt very interesting, everywhere we go, we see something meaningful. REANIMAL, on the other hand, feels like filler all throughout the game to make a 3 to 4-hour game longer than…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →$40 for a 4 hour game is just not worth it and then charging an extra $25 to get the complete story also this is 4 hours of us pausing to get food or use the bathroom not straight up grind time honestly probably a 3 hour game. other than that it was fun
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →My first impressions of Reanimal are: it's an intriguing game! The game is a 3D puzzle game with a fixed camera and platforming elements as well! You also get a companion in the game, who helps you with navigation and puzzle solving! This game can be played in co-op as well, it's interesting so far!
neutral · AI labelView post →Reanimal is a wrap! Took around 8 hours to beat. That was an absolutely crazy experience 🥹 it was so amazing! The game was thrilling from beginning to end, there was never a dull moment in the game! The story was a wild ride as well, and the game had an incredible atmosphere! It was so immaculate 😭
positive · AI labelView post →I've been going through the Reanimal clips that I have on my Switch 2, and it was such an awesome game 🥹 I still think about this chase scene all the time, it was intense! The limited lighting from the flare made it spooky, and the enemy that chases you is so terrifying 😭 it was a crazy experience!
positive · AI labelView post →i think the people saying that this game isn't worth the price because of how little content it gives are either really smart or my friend and i are just really dumb. we're 4hrs into our playthrough together and we're only halfway through chapter 5 of 9. we've taken time to actually explore and find secrets in the game bc we are massive fans of tarsier studios. maybe it's because of this time that we've taken so long. maybe it's because we've died more than a fair share of times figuring out…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The next game that I'll be playing is Reanimal! ngl I know absolutely nothing about this game 🤣 I bought it on a whim and haven't seen anything about the game, so I have no knowledge at all about this game 😅 the cover makes it look like a horror game tho 😭 I'm excited to jump in completely blind!
neutral · AI labelView post →I thought it's great, short and sweet. But at the same time there's this feeling that the whole plan was to sell half of the game and the rest is to finish through DLCs. (Also most reviews on the Season Pass that has 0 content as of now are positive. Scalping for likes is crazy.) Yeah it ends on a cool cliffhanger but it just kinda "ends" and then you see that the Season Pass costs almost the same as the game. I dunno man, you seem kinda sus... I like that it is even more twisted and…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A new chapter in the co-op horror adventure game REANIMAL is here! New characters, enemies, weapons, and story await in The Prisoner DLC, now on Nintendo Switch 2: ninten.do/6013aH95b
neutral · AI labelView post →do NOT listen to negative reviews, they review bomb this game, cuz they didn't added the friends pass the moment the game released (the friend's pass is literally available now), this game is actually fire asf
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Whew... this month has been *nuts* for games. Nioh 3, Menace, Romeo Is A Dead Man, Crisol, Mewgenics, High On Life 2, Reanimal, Styx 3, The Killing Stone, Paranormasight 2, Star Trek Voyager, Love Eternal, Horsey Game, Ys 10, Demon Tides, Towerborne and Resident Evil 9. And so many other wild indies
neutral · AI labelView post →It’s intense and thrilling! Reanimal makes up for the regret brought by Little Nightmares 3.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Loved the art style of the game, some good scary and thrilling moments. However the price is just ridiculous for the amount of gameplay you get. Could be completed in 4 hours easily. I also think the story is just a bit TOO abstract, apart from saving your friends I really didn't find the rest of the story very satisfying making the gameplay slightly meaningless. Also the co-op is pretty buggy, black screening, disconnecting and getting game locked in one of the final scenes so we had to…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Do I think the game is great? Yes! Do I think it has enough content to warrant being 40$? Not at all. If all future chapters came in the base game I'd think it would be more than worth it but that's not the case. Try to get the game when it's half off.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Great visuals and horrifying monsters to play against with a friend but honestly not worth the money it costs. Less than 5 hours of gameplay and it feels more like random horror chapters or an artsy project than a video game. Even if you try to question it and find some deeper message it still feels superficial and has no real logical ending. At least only one person needs to buy it but still. Too expensive. Also the gameplay mechanics and camera angles are very annoying sometimes.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One of the most beautiful horror games I've played in a while. Gorgeous world and atmosphere and the gameplay felt smooth and was enjoyable. Phenomenal game all around. Very much looking forward to the future content
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Im not gonna go in to direct spoilers of any kind. This game is a great Art piece. The game starts of really strong with its first 2 chapters. The first 2 chapters have, what is in my opinion, the best level design and stealth gameplay tarsier has ever made. That being said, the gameplay of this game falls off HARD after the first hour and a half or so. Whats even worse is that the game is only about 4 hours long(if you are taking your time to look for secrets, wich i advice as they…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is definitely good, but it's $40 for 4 hours of gameplay in a game with little to no replayibility. It's embarrassingly low value, do not buy unless at least 50% sale
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →the little nightmares series is the epitome of my favorite video game genre: little guy(s) in big trouble. the studio’s newest, “Reanimal” continues that well trod path with new trouble for little guys to be in.
neutral · AI labelView post →REANIMAL is honestly one of the best horror co-op games I’ve played in a long time The world is dark, disturbing, and actually scary The monster designs are creepy, the environments are detailed and gross in the best way Performance is great too. I’m playing on native settings no fake frames, no upscaling tricks and it runs smooth and looks sharp And let’s be clear this is NOT Little Nightmares III, That game felt disappointing and weak REANIMAL actually feels polished, intense, and made by…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Definitely a good challenging game with a great atmosphere, but sadly many bugs and way too expensive for 3–4 hours.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The vibes are immaculate in this game. Incredible world design #REANIMAL #PS5Pro
positive · AI labelView post →THIS IS THE REAL LITTLE NIGHTMARES 3 Reanimal is already out, and after finishing it I had only one thought: this is what the continuation should have looked like. From the very first minutes the game pulls you in. There is no slow buildup, just instant tension and that constant feeling of unease. Honestly, even the opening felt stronger to me than the whole third Little Nightmares combined. You can really feel the darkness, the style, and the attention to detail. The game carries that…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SLIGHT SPOILERS! This is gonna be a hard review to write, as I just finished the game and have very mixed thoughts about it. Let it be known that I really wanted to adore this game. I love Tarsier and their art. However, I think this game suffered from not only poor communication about co-op features (more on that later, but you probably already know) but also a ton of missed potential and wasted ideas. PROS: - The art and animation is fantastic. Not only is the game…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →🐑 A Dark, Unsettling Co-op Experience REANIMAL pulls you in immediately with its atmosphere. The world feels grim, and uncomfortable in a way that feels intentional, like something always feels slightly “off”. It doesn’t rely on jump scares - most of the tension comes from the environments, the sound design and the constant feeling of being unsafe. Visually, it’s a really strong game. The environments have a lot of disturbing details, and the character/creature designs are grotesque,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Really awesome game :D playing it in co-op mode with a friend pass was a blast. Sure, the price is a bit high, but you get a solid package of HORROR. More, please, and hopefully the story DLC is as disturbing as the main game. So far, the hit of the year for me ;)
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is a non-recommendation with a lot of caveats. Reanimal has some of the most striking imagery and disturbing implications of any horror game I've played in some time. The lighting, framing, and design of every space is utterly immaculate and the style of the game elevates the horror and macabre beauty in a significant way. It's a shame however, this is a video game. As a game, it ranges from very basic third person platforming to opaque trial and error stealth segments where skill is not…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →As a big Little Nightmares fan who’s played all three games, I went into REANIMAL with high expectations and honestly, it delivered. It really cranks up the gore compared to what I’m used to, but in a good way. The gameplay is super smooth and satisfying, and it keeps that tense, creeping feeling the whole time. I never felt bored or like I was just going through the motions. The monsters are fantastic too. Properly creepy designs that stick in your head. Same with the environments, which…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What are your thoughts on Reanimal?. **Little Summary of the game** Reanimal is a survival horror game, stealth game, and a cinematic platformer. The story follows a brother and sister as they try to escape a hellish version of their home while attempting to save their three friends. The two must work together, explore the islands, escape from monsters, and solve various environmental puzzles in order to progress. Honestly I couldnt afford to play it myself but I did watch Jackseptieye's full…
neutral · AI labelView post →Torn on this one a bit. It's an obvious recommendation for the sheer craft on display. The graphics, sound and atmosphere are just top notch and the world is so solid and believably awful that you just have to push on to see the end. However, despite looking up varying story explanations afterwards, I still think that it's just a little too opaque for it's own good. It's great to leave stuff vague and undefined, like some of the best horror, but there are things in this that, to me, could have…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Tarsier Studios for video game industry is like Robert Eggers for movie industry. Profound visionary spectacle. Everlasting experience
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →As a fan of the Little Nightmares series, I really wanted to give this game a positive review, but I just can't. There are too many issues. First of all and like so many others have said, Reanimal really isn't worth its price tag. It ended so suddenly and the ending didn't make a lick of sense. There also weren't any clues in the lead up to it that might've assisted interpretation. Another issue is the game constantly crashing. Any time that I experienced a sudden framerate drop, the game…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Steam Next Fest is live, which demos are you playing?. Here's a bunch of demos I downloaded: - [Cairn]() - [Reanimal]() - [Mechanicus II]() - [Tears of Metal]() - [Yapyap]() - [Final Sentence]() - [Strategos]() - [Slots & Daggers]() - [Monsters Are Coming]() - [Checkmage]() - [Demeo x D&D]()
neutral · AI labelView post →This Reanimal game is some extremely good atmospheric horror 😱
positive · AI labelView post →The visuals are absolutely amazing, but the gameplay and controls are "meh" at best. On top of that, 5 hours max of game time for $40 is disappointing. Then they expect you to get the Season Pass for a couple more chapters of play, which I assume is 1-2 hours more of game time. The secret ending is almost identical to the normal ending and the replay factor is non-existent. Should be a $20-$25 game at the most.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Xbox Partner Showcase announced, premiering Thursday, November 20 at 10AM PT/1PM ET ➡️ news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/1... Featuring new looks at 007: First Light, Tides of Annihilation, Reanimal + "brand-new reveals and Game Pass announcements". All games will also be Play Anywhere
neutral · AI labelView post →My slow, relaxed playthrough took about 5 hours. I didn’t collect even half of the secrets, so I’d really like to see a chapter‑select option in the menu to go back and finish everything. I enjoyed the game, even though the ending felt abrupt — I’m not a fan of stories where nothing is clearly explained in the end. Update: someone in the comments pointed out that the new game has chapter select, but that menu still doesn’t show any information about collectibles, which is inconvenient. When…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game was 4.2h long and costs 40€ Also there was not much co-op content.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Played the Reanimal demo on Steam earlier. Fantastic intro, smooth controls, intensely creepy atmosphere, audio direction and creature designs. Feels like descending into a demented version of Skull Island - @tarsierstudios.bsky.social going to do it again 👏 Can't wait for the full game!
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