October is shaping up to be an exciting month for gaming enthusiasts, as the highly anticipated Pokémon title is set to hit shelves on October 16, coinciding with a lineup of thrilling horror releases leading up to Halloween. One of the notable upcoming games is Little Nightmares 3, the third installment in the popular horror adventure series.
In this latest installment, players will embark on a mysterious journey through a realm called “the Nowhere” alongside two new protagonists named Low and Alone. Notably, Little Nightmares 3 marks a departure from its predecessors as it is developed by Supermassive Games, the studio renowned for titles like Until Dawn and the Dark Pictures Anthology, instead of Tarsier Studios.
The franchise has garnered a dedicated following due to its engaging gameplay and intriguing characters. Fans awaiting the new release have recently uncovered a surprising detail about the recurring characters in the series, particularly the enigmatic Gnomes.
These small, humanoid creatures with face-concealing pointed hats have been a consistent presence throughout the franchise, serving as collectibles in the original game and offering players heartwarming interactions. However, a dark revelation unveils that each Gnome was once a human child, adding a sinister layer to their existence.
The lore surrounding the Gnomes deepens in the DLC of the first game, where players assume the role of The Runaway Kid and discover the transformation of children into Gnomes by The Lady, the main antagonist of the series.
Fans have speculated on the origins of the Gnomes, with one Reddit user suggesting they are evolved children, a theory later confirmed in the DLC. Discussions on Reddit further hint at the potential return of Gnomes in Little Nightmares 3, despite their association with The Lady in the previous game.
Anticipation is high among fans for the release of Little Nightmares 3 on October 10 for various gaming platforms. The possibility of Gnomes making a cameo appearance in the new installment adds to the excitement, with hints from trailers fueling speculation among the community.