Five Nights at Freddy's
Five Nights at Freddy's is a single-player horror action game with a beautiful story, stellar game mechanics, and a phenomenal atmosphere. As the description says, your task is to keep an eye on the animatronics and survive the night, while enjoying the outstanding graphics and marvelous soundtrack, despite some bugs. The game is full of humor, but the true horror lies in the constant feeling of being watched. Make it through the night, if you can.
Reviews
- graphics171 mentions
- 81 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their high quality and realistic design, closely matching the PC version. Many players appreciate the remastered visuals, which enhance the horror experience, although some have noted occasional glitches and a desire for more customizable graphics options. The combination of impressive graphics and effective sound design contributes significantly to the game's immersive and frightening atmosphere.
“The graphics are amazing, the cameras and animatronics look amazing, all of this looks so nice and it's a nice refresh from the original.”
“The graphics and the gameplay are incredible.”
“The remastered graphics look great!”
“Cameras #1a, #1c and #5 have graphical issues that need to be resolved.”
“The game is good but the graphics are bad.”
“Eh graphics off but I mean my year 7 self wouldn't agree I just don't like the games no more.”
- story154 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game is widely praised for its intricate and mysterious plot, which encourages players to actively seek out details rather than passively receive them. Many reviewers appreciate the emotional depth and complexity of the backstory, particularly its dark themes related to horror and tragedy, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre. While some find the narrative convoluted, the overall consensus is that the storytelling is a standout feature that enhances the gameplay and keeps players engaged.
“The game and its story is very intricate and well made, and should be praised for that.”
“The backstory is so emotional and realistic; this game is perfect for horror fans or people looking for a good storyline.”
“The story is rich; Scott, if you're reading this: you are a master of storytelling through subtle means and fooling fans left and right.”
“I think the sequels of FNAF are too deep in the storyline and too complicated; there isn't even a tutorial for the complicated parts.”
“I know you can't delete the game, but I suggest just lowering down on the storyline.”
“The backstory that makes up all the games is retarded, the fandom is garbage, and the overall gameplay is boring as crap.”
- stability116 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during critical moments like jumpscares or when reaching the end of a night. While some players experience minor micro-freezes that do not significantly impact gameplay, others face severe issues that prevent them from progressing past certain levels. Overall, while the game is praised for its atmosphere and gameplay, the stability problems are a common frustration among users.
“This game runs great for a game designed for PC.”
“I just beat the game today and it is a very scary game; the whole time I played FNAF, I experienced no glitches or lag, which is why I rate this 5 stars.”
“Game runs very smooth and has no glitches or problems.”
“And the fact that my game freezes every time... to me it's not fair... I was super proud to win night 5 and yet after the 6 am animation, I was super happy and proud, but then a few moments later, my game freezes and my progress wasn't saved.”
“The game constantly freezes and crashes, leaving me unable to progress any further than night three.”
“I love this game but the only thing that bothers me is that every time I play the 5th night it freezes and kicks me out of the game or it goes right to another app. Please fix this!”
- gameplay109 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Five Nights at Freddy's is widely praised for its unique mechanics, engaging atmosphere, and effective scares, making it a standout in the horror genre. While some players note minor issues like occasional lag and repetitiveness, these do not significantly detract from the overall experience, which is described as smooth and entertaining. The game's simple yet captivating gameplay, combined with its intriguing story and character design, keeps players invested and nostalgic.
“The gameplay is amazing, and you completely nailed the atmosphere.”
“The gameplay is extremely smooth, the graphics are just like the original PC version!”
“Amazing gameplay, scary but not too scary, mostly perfect game.”
“My only complaint is that the gameplay is bland and gets old very fast.”
“The gameplay on my device is bad and it's not letting me refund because I was trying to play the game but I could barely play with all the lag.”
“When I tap the screen to click or move, I often get kicked out of the game to my phone's home page, usually by using the security cams (95% of gameplay is using the cams, btw).”
- music61 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing a strong preference for the original tracks over the new versions, particularly the main menu theme. While some appreciate the updated sound quality and specific musical moments that enhance the horror experience, others criticize the removal of key audio elements like the music box and ambient sounds, which they feel detracts from the overall atmosphere. Overall, the music contributes to the game's tension, but many fans are calling for the return of classic tracks to fully capture the franchise's eerie essence.
“I really love when you use up all your power and Freddy shows up at the door with glowing eyes and creepy music.”
“It was frightening, haunting, mysterious, and amazingly done with cellos, ragtime piano, etc. Now we got something that relates to Sister Location's music.”
“The new update makes the menu way cooler and the music in the background sounds really cool, but that was just the menu. The game is great as you have very good graphics and the gameplay is very fun and creepy.”
“Game looks and plays like the PC version but has minor changes like original (worse in my opinion) music.”
“No background music/music box, no door light sounds, no phone guy sounds, no ambience.”
“Give us an option for the original music we all know and love, Scott!”
- humor50 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted by players, who find the jump scares and animatronic antics both frightening and amusing. Many users enjoy the comedic elements, such as Chica's funny noises and Freddy's laughter, which add a lighthearted touch to the otherwise scary experience. Overall, the blend of humor and horror creates memorable moments that keep players engaged and entertained.
“Awesome, funny, and scary!”
“I love all these games; they gave me plenty of frights and plenty of funny reactions... love this series, thank you for the good times, Scott.”
“It's really scary but funny.”
- monetization30 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and the absence of mandatory purchases to access game content, which enhances the gameplay experience. However, there are mixed feelings regarding in-app purchases, with some users viewing them as unnecessary or a cash grab, particularly when they feel the game has artificially inflated difficulty. Additionally, issues with lost purchases and the inability to transfer them across versions have frustrated some players.
“It's hard with limited power (unless you have the in-app purchases), which I like.”
“Insanely fun, no ads, I definitely recommend this game. I beat 4/20 and bought the $40 thing, so I'm invincible. Love it!”
“No ads, horrifying, and overall very fun!”
“It's frankly pathetic and just a cash grab - release a game cheap, adjust it so it's harder than usual, charge people to bypass the artificially inflated difficulty... poor show.”
“Great game, I love it but I rate it 3 because I bought all the in-game purchases and I deleted the game years ago. I redownloaded it and lost all of it, and I have always used the same email, so I got scammed.”
“The free version was better. Scott must have not even played this from night 1. The game is bad; power goes down faster and it goes down when you aren't even doing anything. Also, Chica is active in night 1; only Bonnie should be active night one. This just seems like a cash grab, taking away the free version and releasing a worse paid version, and the paid version has microtransactions.”
- atmosphere25 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Five Nights at Freddy's is widely praised for its ability to create a genuinely creepy and tense environment that keeps players on edge. Reviewers highlight the effective sound design, eerie visuals, and the constant threat of jump scares, which collectively enhance the game's sense of dread and anxiety. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's replayability and immersive horror experience.
“Five Nights at Freddy's has an amazing atmosphere and an undeniable ability to stress you out with just a few simple gameplay elements.”
“The creepy atmosphere and the possibility of a jumpscare at any moment really gets your heart pounding and I love it.”
“The atmosphere and setting is so scary and eerie, unlike Security Breach.”
“The game sets a genuinely creepy atmosphere quickly and can really build dread and anxiety effectively.”
“The gameplay is very simple, but it allows for the player to get soaked up in the spooky atmosphere of the lighting and sounds.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a generally smooth optimization experience with the game, though some users have encountered minor bugs and performance issues, particularly on specific devices. Recommendations include disabling power-saving settings and closing other applications to enhance performance. While most find the game runs well, a few have expressed dissatisfaction with optimization on certain tablets.
“I have no complaints at all, everything runs smoothly for me and the game principle is super simple.”
“I love how Scott made this video game, it's nice and runs smoothly on my device!”
“Appreciated the performance and general experience update!”
“Make sure to turn off power saving settings for it or the game will have reduced performance.”
“Before, the controls were perfect with no problems aside from the 6 AM performance issues.”
“I am so sorry for making it 1 star but I had bought 1-5 on this tablet and now 3-5 are not optimized on this device.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable with features like custom night enhancing replay value, others feel it lacks significant replayability and suggest a lower price point to match its limited content. The Five Nights at Freddy's franchise, however, is noted for its strong atmosphere that encourages replayability.
“Fun and also replayable.”
“There is some replayability with custom night.”
“I would recommend bringing the price down to at most 99¢ because this game has no replay value whatsoever.”
“What every game has in this franchise: replayability.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its deeply emotional and realistic backstory, making it a standout choice for horror enthusiasts and those seeking a compelling narrative. Players report intense emotional reactions, including tears from jump scares, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings and immerse them in the experience.
“The backstory is so emotional and realistic; this game is perfect for horror fans or people looking for a good storyline.”
“The jumpscare made me cry the first time, and I don't get scared easily.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers express enthusiasm for the character development in 'Security Breach,' highlighting the impressive character designs and mechanics. The game's aesthetic and controls are praised, suggesting a well-rounded experience that enhances player engagement with the characters.
“I'm very excited for the new game, 'Security Breach,' and I think the new character designs are incredible.”
“Great mechanics, amazing character design, and a fantastic aesthetic. You would think since it's a mobile port it would feel cheap and have watered down basic controls, but nope, the controls are great and most importantly, you can boop Freddy's nose.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game franchise is experiencing a significant slowdown, with players feeling that the grinding aspect has become tedious and unengaging.
“Sadly, the game franchise is at a grinding halt.”