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Five Nights at Freddy's 2

Five Nights at Freddy's 2

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94%
Very Positive
DeveloperScott Cawthon
PublisherScott Cawthon
Release DateNov 10, 2014
$7.99
Peak Players1.7K
Metacritic62
PlatformsWindows
Indie
AI Review Summary

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is a high-octane sequel that trades the slow-burn dread of the original for a relentless, reflex-driven experience. While it is celebrated for its expanded roster of iconic animatronics and foundational lore, the gameplay loop is significantly more repetitive and centered around a single camera mechanic.

Pros

  • Features an expanded and highly memorable roster of animatronic characters with distinct designs.95%
  • Provides an intense, adrenaline-fueled challenge that tests player reflexes and memory to their limits.90%
  • Strong art direction and character design that have maintained appeal for over a decade.85%
  • Deepens the franchise lore, serving as a major catalyst for community engagement and theory-crafting.80%
  • Offers high replayability for hardcore players through extreme difficulty modes like 10/20.75%

Cons

  • The core gameplay loop is highly repetitive and can feel like a chore rather than a horror experience.90%
  • The music box mechanic effectively forces the player to stay on one camera, negating the utility of the rest of the camera system.85%
  • Certain animatronics, specifically Toy Bonnie and Balloon Boy, are frequently cited as frustrating or 'rage-inducing' rather than scary.80%
  • The shift from atmospheric tension to sensory overload may alienate fans of the first game's more subtle horror.70%

Notable Mentions

  • Toy Bonnie is singled out by numerous reviewers as a particularly frustrating antagonist.
  • The game is often viewed through a lens of heavy nostalgia by long-term fans of the franchise.
  • The '10/20' mode remains a legendary benchmark for difficulty within the community.
Confidence: 55%
Based on the 164 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 1, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
75
Peak · last 90 days
114
All-time peak
1.7K

Price

Current price
$7.99
Lowest tracked
$7.99since Dec 19, 2025

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
91%
All-time positive
94%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews26.3K
Positive: 24.7K (94%)Negative: 1.7K (6%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

7h

Avg Playtime at Review

72%

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