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A classic name in the realm of side-scrollers, DIE SOFT is bringing Little Nemo back with a hand-animated metroidvania.
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For long time gaming fans, the name Little Nemo still holds some reverence today. Originally created by writer and illustrator Winsor McCay, Little Nemo got what’s become an iconic game in the 8bit era, though hasn’t been seen much since. And yes, that’s to say ‘until now’. Developer DIE SOFT and founder Dave Mauro will be bringing the slumbering hero back to sleepy-time, with Little Nemo and The Guardians of Slumberland.
The upcoming title will be a full metroidvania in design, breaking up a larger Slumberland into separate biomes. As the genre goes too, fans will find bosses to battle, collectibles to find, and new abilities to unlock for Nemo, as they play.
The game is also set to be hand animated and will feature a score composed by Peter Berkman of Anamanaguchi. So yeah, it’s got some A/V punch for sure.
While Nemo is sound asleep, you’ll be able to explore the many domains that make up Slumberland, each with its unique characteristics, inhabitants, and collectibles to discover. As you progress, you’ll also meet a unique cast of characters ready to guide you through the adventure and work together to prevent Slumberland’s destruction! But beware: this cute dream world is not as safe as it once was. Strange creatures have been emerging from the Oblivion, turning Slumberland from a dream into a dangerous nightmare.
If you want to save Slumberland, you must be prepared to overcome challenges, defeat increasingly more frightening enemies and face off against nightmarish bosses. As you explore Slumberland, you’ll find Nemo’s favorite Toys, each of which will grant you a new ability to help you avoid hazards, defeat enemies, and even find new pathways through Slumberland! Make sure to keep an eye out for Nemo’s Pajamas, Little Buddies, and other collectibles, which will make your journey through Slumberland a little more fun!
DIE SOFT press release
Little Nemo and The Guardians of Slumberland has been announced as coming to Steam in early 2026, and will also be hitting the Switch later that same year. If you’re itching to play earlier than next year though, and we kind of are, then you’ll be happy to know there’s a demo out right now. Exclusive to Steam on the PC, you can find the demo here.
