How to Not Be Scared of Five Nights at Freddy's

Five Nights at Freddy's is an indie horror game series that took the world by storm. Its concepts, lore, and gameplay have inspired many games like it. Although, this horror game is just one of many, and it may not be as hard as you think to overcome the jolt of fear that comes when being hunted by animatronic monsters.

Method 1
Method 1 of 2:
Using the Game

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    Go to YouTube. Look up Let's Plays of the games, or some jumpscare animations. With repetition come familiarity.
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    Play the games. By playing the games, you can experience the fears and thrills yourself. After watching enough videos about any of the games, playing should be relatively easier.
    • Try looking for YouTubers who lay out a strategy that can be followed.
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    Become familiar with the jumpscares. If you didn't get enough jumpscares, you have the option to keep watching videos or go to the custom night menu.

Method 2
Method 2 of 2:
Using the Fandom

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    Try dabbling into the FNAF fandom a bit. This may not be very high on your list of priorities, but if you can find out why so many people like it, it may be easier for you.
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    Focus on the lore of the games. The FNAF series has a very complicated and sometimes incomprehensible backstory. Deciphering the mystery has become a mission of sorts to many people online, and it has yet to be debunked.
    • There are several FNAF YouTubers such as Smike and 8-Bit Gaming who produce FNAF videos on a regular basis that you can watch. Game Theory also has done a few videos on the series.
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    Watch the How to Make Five Nights at Freddy's Not Scary videos. The videos are produced specifically to poke fun at FNAF, and make them seem not so sinister.

Community Q&A

  • Question
    Is it necessary to make the game with jump scares?
    CamelHey73
    CamelHey73
    Top Answerer
    Yes. The jump scares are what made the game so popular, and since that's continued for five titles, it's very likely they'll be there in the next ones.
  • Question
    Is something wrong with me? Because the first time I got jumped scared ever, I only flinched. Is that normal or not?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes, it's normal. Not all people are scared of the jumpscares. Sometimes people think certain jumpscares are funny. Everyone is different.
  • Question
    Can Gold Freddy hurt me, or is he just a distraction?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes, he hurts you. If you see him in the poster, pull down your camera and then put it back or he will crash your game.
  • Question
    I'm afraid the Ballora is going to show up in my closet, so I open my closet door very wide before going to bed. My dad then closes the door...What should I do?
    UnicornLover123
    UnicornLover123
    Community Answer
    Take your blanket and hide under it. Or just face your fears --- everybody knows that Five Nights at Freddy's isn't real. If she does show up, just throw a frying pan at her.
  • Question
    How can I get my friends into Five Nights at Freddy's?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Tell them about the amazing backstory that the game has to offer. Then, talk about how popular the game is. They might be encouraged to try it if they know how many other people play.
  • Question
    Why do they scream when they jumpscare you?
    Bunality
    Bunality
    Community Answer
    Because things are scarier when sounds are added! Just watch an jumpscare video with and without sound and you will see the difference.
  • Question
    I heard a FNaF jumpscare sound when no one was even playing the game. What does that mean?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You're probably playing too often. Take a break from the game and find another hobby.
  • Question
    I only play with my friend so it's not scary. Are there any problems with playing with friends?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    I don't see how it could be a problem. Besides, just about everything is more with a friend.
  • Question
    Why do I have to keep the music box wound in Five Nights at Freddy's 2?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    The music box is to keep Marionette/The Puppet from coming out of his box. Once he is out of his box,you can't stop the jumpscare.
  • Question
    What happens if Foxy jump scares you?
    CamelHey73
    CamelHey73
    Top Answerer
    You die. Although in the first game, it can be cut off by the power running out, giving you a bit more time. But this would require very fine timing.

Warnings

  • The Five Nights at Freddy's games contain lots of jumpscares. If you get scared easily, or have a considerable health problem, this game may not be for you.
    Thanks!

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