GC 2021 Press release

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe kicks off gamescom with Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

 
Expect news on the full BANDAI NAMCO Line-Up during Opening Night Live this 25th, 20:00 CEST (19.00 BST) and throughout Gamescom.
 
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To launch its presence at gamescom 2021, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe announces the release of Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition, the new-gen version of the critically acclaimed title,  available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Little Nightmares II has also reached 2 million units sold, which shows the continued growth and interest in the adventure-suspense franchise since its first appearance in 2017.
 
Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition is available for free on console for users owning the PlayStation 4 or the Xbox One version of the game. The Enhanced Edition on PC is available via a patch.
 
Developed by Supermassive Games, the new-generation version of the game will offer several enhancements compared to the original title. Two modes will be available, a Performance mode will put the game in 2160p and 60 fps, and a Beauty mode will see the game’s resolution for up to 4K with a dynamic resolution and 30 fps. Here are the details of what this Enhanced Edition includes:
 
  • Beauty Mode* - Little Nightmares II runs at 30fps at 4K resolution with optimized Ray Tracing.
  • Performance Mode* - Locks the game at 60fps. Dynamic resolution up to 4K to maintain 60fps with Ray Tracing.
  • Ray-Traced Reflections – Allows any shiny surface to provide a reflection. Its clarity and definition depend on surfaces.
  • Volumetric Shadows – Increased resolution of volumetric shadows. Light rays are disturbed by objects and characters moving in front of a strong light source.
  • Interactive Particles – Particles are more abundant and dynamically affected by Mono, Six and the main antagonists. Particles swim and eddy behind them, creating a more realistic and immersive environment. 
  • Immersive Audio – New immersive 3D soundscape mix, creating a more involving experience when listening via 5.1 /7.1 audio systems or headphones.
The PC version will also benefit from these enhancements, which will be customizable for users.
 
Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition is available for free on console for users owning the PlayStation 4 or the Xbox One version of the game. The Enhanced Edition on PC is available via a patch.
 
Little Nightmares II, developed by Tarsier Studios, is also available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Google Stadia.
 
This announcement is the first from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe at gamescom, with more to come tonight during Opening Night Live, which starts at 8:00 p.m. CEST, expect some news and announcements on several BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment titles. Interviews and coverage about gamescom games will be happening every day during gamescom studio.

* Modes only available on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series versions. On PC, all graphical settings can be changed individually in the Settings > Advanced menu.