Fight against evil animatronics with AR
Five Nights at Freddy’s AR: Special Delivery is a survival horror game that delivers an augmented reality experience to your smartphone, transforming it into a battleground against malfunctioning animatronics. This game plunges players into a terrifying scenario where they are brought into their real-world environment, creating a scary gameplay experience.
Five Nights at Freddy’s AR: Special Delivery’s premise is simple: it centers around the Fazbear Funtime Service, a delivery system that sends animatronics on demand. However, a sinister malfunction turns these animatronics into hostile threats, forcing players to confront them within their surroundings, solving puzzles and unlocking secrets while evading them.
A scarier good time thanks to AR
Five Nights at Freddy’s AR: Special Delivery gives players tools to defend themselves, such as electrical zappers and more. With its customization options, you can collect parts to create your animatronics as a foil to their evil counterparts. These custom animatronics can serve as allies against the invading threats, adding a layer of strategic gameplay, and can give you time to solve the mystery while they are fighting with them.
Unlike traditional location-based AR games, the game uses the player's physical environment as the game map, similar to games like Pokémon Go. The game utilizes audio cues and camera degradation to signal the animatronics' presence, creating a tense atmosphere. Static on the screen indicates their proximity, and unexpected appearances amplify the fear factor. The graphics, sound design, and voice lines are on par with the original FNAF games.
The game's polished audio and visual effects significantly enhance the horror experience. A creepy shadow filter contributes to a sinister ambiance, even in well-lit environments. However, the game's reliance on ambient light can sometimes diminish the intended horror. Depending on your device, the map can produce uneven results and can drain your battery faster than usual. There’s also a reminder that the game is filled with jump scares.
A mostly average FNAF game with an AR gimmick
Five Nights at Freddy’s AR: Special Delivery delivers a compelling horror experience for fans of the franchise. The game’s solid gameplay, coupled with the immersive AR element, delivers intense scares. The social aspect of sending captured bots to friends adds a competitive edge, making it a must-try for those seeking a thrilling and terrifying mobile experience.
