Review of FNAF Security Breach: deviating from procedure

Our Verdict

A frightful delight, FNAF Security Breach allows you to fully explore the Pizzaplex for the first time, featuring tense boss fights, fun exploration, and jump scares galore, it’s a solid addition to the videogame series and gives hope for a bright future.

Five Nights at Freddy's: Security Breach, which came out in December 2021, gave fans of the brand a fresh perspective on the franchise. Security Breach packs more fear into a single night than other FNAF games, which typically require you to struggle for survival over the course of five frightening nights. The game now has free-roaming gameplay, so you may actively explore the pizzeria, although that's not the most exciting update.

Actually, because Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex is a sizable mall, it would be more correct to describe it as complicated. At least until Freddy seems to malfunction, the game opens with FNAF's Freddy and the group (FNAF’s Monty, FNAF’s Roxy, and FNAF’s Chica) performing on stage. I was immediately enamoured with the game's visuals; the glam rock vibe is perfect for these animatronics; David Bowie would be delighted. That is, until they embark on a killing spree.

Alright, so the term "rampage" is a stretch given that they don't really murder anybody as the audience scatters and departs the complex in the wake of Freddy's breakdown and the animatronics all go back to their individual chambers. But here is when the real action starts, as you quickly find yourself controlling Gregory from FNAF, who just so happens to be lurking in Freddy's stomach compartment. Unfortunately, it's much easier said than done for the poor youngster to get out of this institution.

Knowing he's still within the building, Vanessa FNAF's Vanessa), the security guard, begins searching for him and gives the animatronics and staff robots instructions to follow suit. However, she is unaware that Roxy, Chica, Monty, and the other bots are behaving angrily, and she is unsure of the reason for it. Fortunately, Freddy is unaffected by this as he tries to assist Gregory in escaping and assists in hiding him.

You have to utilise the security system to elude Chica as she's trying to find you so you can get used to it. You can move or conceal more effectively if you know where she is. If you want to make it through the night, you must get comfortable with this. To be honest, when I'm scared, all I do is flee and hope for the best—a tried-and-true strategy that has a 50% success rate.

Getting high-security access is the next item on the list, which is what prompts Gregory to thoroughly investigate the complex. There are always going to be some interactions with the animatronics, which results in several boss battles. Since each one has a unique offering, you must modify your approach and make adjustments as necessary. For my part, I like the combat with Monty, mostly because it allows me to aim toy weapons at an object. On the other hand, it's the conflict with Moondrop FNAF. It accomplishes its job well, which is why I detest it the most.

That is to say, it makes me nervous. Tension so high I could cut it with a knife that comes from chasing after a homicidal animatronic while mending fuses and running around a jungle gym, a kid's toy. Moondrop's position as the game's first boss effectively establishes the mood for the remainder of it.

You shouldn't limit your concerns to animatronics and boss battles; the Pizzaplex is also teeming with security bots. It's game over if you are hit by one. There's always a risk, so you really have to be conscious of everything around you because you're always on edge. You are aware that making a mistake would result in definite death, which creates a feeling of dread that aids Security Breach in successfully reorienting FNAF.

The six endings are another new feature. Yes, there are six possible outcomes for this tale. A few are excellent, a few are subpar, and one is just plain ugly. It's true that the game has been out for a while, but I won't give anything away. All I'll say is that if you want the best for Gregory and Freddy, you have to be prepared to work hard and not take shortcuts; this includes going back to completely beat Monty and Chica in order to get upgrades for Freddy. Alternatively, play the game's simple choices to discover what the evil Vanny has planned.

Because there are so many possible endings, Security Breach is very replayable, particularly considering how much longer it may take to complete the game with the Burntrap or Princess Quest endings. To acquire a sense of the game and understand what you can accomplish, it's a good idea to aim for a simpler ending on your first playthrough.

FNAF Security Breach succeeds in its goal and pushes the series in a bold new path, regardless of how you want to interpret it. If you haven't played the game yet, I suggest doing so this Halloween. It gives me optimism for the future of the series and signifies a fresh start for Freddy and the crew.