Throughout the past decade, the Little Nightmares series has cemented itself as a beloved set of games. Between the horror aesthetic and the friendly way that the characters express themselves, many have made an attachment with the tone of the games, not to mention the puzzles and challenges that make up most of the gameplay. With the latest announcement, it seems that the smaller stature of the characters will provide an entirely new perspective as players place themselves in their shoes for the first VR game of the franchise, Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes.

The announcement came as a surprise to many fans, given how drastically a change in point of view can alter gameplay and presentation. The announcement trailer exemplifies this difference, with the entire world looking much larger than it did in previous games. The threats and horrors commonly faced in the series take on a more immediate danger in this title as they rush out quickly to the camera and tower over the player in many cases. Throughout the trailer, the player can be seen sneaking past enemies, picking up and using tools, and speeding through gauntlets of monsters.

More information about the game can be found on the official website. The game will feature the return of Dark Six, on a journey to reunite with the piece of herself that she lost previously. The horrific environments she will encounter are based on her own memories, serving as echoes to previous titles in the series. the website also emphasizes the prevalence of the oppressive atmosphere from the trailer along with the return of puzzles as a core aspect of the gameplay.

Little Nightmares is a series that speaks to many players for many different reasons. The new venture into the world of VR could be a chance for it to reach even more players. Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is set to release on April 24th.