Info about Dead by Daylight: Five Nights at Freddy’s:

Official game description:
Dead by Daylight’s Five Nights at Freddy's includes a new Killer, **Springtrap**. Purchasing this add-on unlocks an **exclusive Stack of Pizzas badge** and the **Vent Crawl banner**.
**THE ANIMATRONIC**
A monstrosity of flesh and metal, Springtrap’s bloodstained past is littered with the innocent dead. His horrifying innovations are a reminder that beneath the cruelty lies a brilliant inventor, whose creations brought laughter and screams to the same unfortunate audience.
**Springtrap Power: Fazbear's Fright**
The Animatronic can launch a powerful projectile, which embeds itself in a Survivor and makes them susceptible to a terrifying close-range grab attack. They will be Broken, Oblivious, and unable to heal until they remove the projectile.
A near miss will briefly highlight the Survivor with Killer Instinct. You may automatically recall the projectile back to your hand.
**Map Feature: Security Doors & Room**
At the start of the Trial, 7 Security Doors are spawned throughout the Map. They can be accessed by Springtrap and the Survivors.
Upon entering a Security Door as Springtrap, you will see the Aura of every Security Door on the Map. You can exit from any one of them, allowing you to traverse across the Map. If you exit into a room occupied by a Survivor, they will be instantly grabbed.
When a Survivor enters a Security Door, they will enter a unique Security Room. They can then cycle through every Camera on the Map, open and close doors, and exit from whichever door they please.
All Survivors will share a collective amount of Battery Power, which effects their ability to interact with Doors and Cameras. When Batter Power reaches zero, they will be unable to enter Security Doors until it recharges.
Springtrap comes with **3 new perks.**
**Help Wanted:**
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Damage a Generator to make it Compromised. When the Compromised Generator is repaired, your Basic Attacks have a shorter cooldown for a duration.
**Phantom Fear:**
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When a Survivor in your Terror Radius looks at you, they scream and briefly reveal their Aura. This Perk has a short cooldown.
**Haywire:**
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Exit Gates will steadily regress. While regressing, Survivors will see the lights randomly flicker.
**NEW MAP: FREDDY FAZBEAR'S PIZZA**\*
The rotting brainchild of a sadistic murderer still stands over the grassy plains. A place of joy for some, and unspeakable terror for others. Do not let the bright colors and parlor tricks deceive you; many have died within these walls, and many more will die still.**\***This map is free for all players.
**EXCLUSIVE CHAPTER ITEMS: STACK OF PIZZAS BADGE AND VENT CRAWL BANNER**
It's not a party if you don't have any pizza. The Five Nights at Freddy's Chapter includes an **exclusive Stack of Pizzas badge** and the **Vent Crawl banner**, only available as part of the DLC. Please note that these items cannot be purchased separately.
_He's getting closer... and closer... and closer..._

Release date: Jun 17, 2025

Categories: Asymmetrical Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Stealth Gameplay, Character Customization, Horror, Atmospheric Horror, Third-Person Perspective, Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 85; verdict: Predatory Monetization; summary: The analysis of user reviews reveals significant concerns regarding the monetization and value of the game's DLC. Key issues include pay-to-win elements, particularly with the Glitchtrap skin, which provides substantial advantages. Additionally, the DLC is perceived as a cash grab, leveraging a well-known brand without offering substantial original content or a balanced experience. There are also concerns about the low value of the content provided in the DLC, indicating that it may not be worth the investment for many players.
- Steam Deck: score 50; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals several key issues and positive aspects related to the Steam Deck experience. Significant problems include battery drain and specific game mechanics that affect gameplay. However, users also appreciate the unique and enjoyable aspects of the gameplay experience.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $5.00 - $10.00
  - Reasoning: The reviews consistently mention that the game is worth its price, with specific mentions of it being worth around $5. The general sentiment is that the game provides good value for money, with no major complaints about the pricing. The term 'not too expensive' and 'worth it' are repeated, indicating a fair price point that is considered low by the community.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 2.0h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provided does not contain explicit mentions of playtime metrics such as game completion, story completion, session length, or endgame hours. However, some reviews mention playing for a few hours, indicating session lengths and initial experiences with the DLC. The lack of specific playtime data makes it challenging to derive accurate metrics, but it is clear that players are engaging with the content for short periods initially.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: Springtrap offers initial fun due to novelty and unique mechanics, but the enjoyment often drops as players find the gameplay repetitive and boring over time.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Understanding game mechanics
  - Time to anchor: 0h 30m
  - Friction: Steep learning curve; Boring and uninspired gameplay; Overhyped expectations
  - Unlock drivers: Unique mechanics like teleportation and jumpscares; Understanding game mechanics through tutorial
  - Conditions: Familiarity with FNaF; Playing with friends; Novelty of new mechanics
- Player Archetypes:
  - Beginner-Friendly Enthusiast (buy)
    - Motivation: Learning and mastering basic mechanics
    - Playstyle: Learning and practicing fundamental killer mechanics
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: new player; beginner
    - Reference games: Dead by Daylight
  - Franchise Fan (buy)
    - Motivation: Enjoyment of the FNaF franchise and its adaptation
    - Playstyle: Engaging with FNaF-themed content and cosmetics
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: FNaF fan; franchise fan
    - Reference games: Five Nights at Freddy's
  - Critical Evaluator (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking effective and enjoyable gameplay mechanics
    - Playstyle: Comparing and evaluating killer effectiveness
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: veteran player; critical player
    - Reference games: Dead by Daylight


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Springtrap is fun and engaging (weight 0.53): Players find Springtrap highly enjoyable to play as and against, praising his engaging gameplay and fun mechanics. He is considered well-balanced, strong, and terrifying yet enjoyable.
- Positive feedback on killer design (weight 0.33): The killer is praised for being cool, well-designed, and one of the best. Players appreciate the killer's strong and balanced gameplay.
- Positive feedback on new map (weight 0.26): The new map is praised for being incredible, cool, and detailed. Players appreciate the map's design and balance.
- Good perk system (weight 0.21): The perk system is described as good, normal, and fun. Players appreciate the usefulness and enjoyment of the perks.
- DLC offers good value (weight 0.19): Players find the DLC to be worth the purchase, offering good value for the price and being enjoyable.
- Excellent voice acting and sounds (weight 0.19): The voice acting is described as excellent, with players appreciating the visuals, animations, and sound effects.
- Great chapter overall (weight 0.19): The new chapter is described as great, pretty good, and exciting, with players appreciating the crossover between Dead by Daylight and Five Nights at Freddy's.

Common complaints:
- Killer criticized as weak (weight 0.44): The killer is widely criticized for being weak, unoriginal, and lacking creativity. Players find the killer's abilities difficult to master and not very powerful, making the killer feel useless and in need of updates.
- Visibility and detection issues (weight 0.38): The killer has several issues related to visibility and detection. The terror radius disappears too quickly, and there are bugs causing the killer to become invisible after exiting doors, which significantly impacts gameplay.
- Perks are underwhelming (weight 0.34): The perks associated with the killer are described as bad, bland, and not very useful. Players find them weak and in need of improvement.
- Game bugs and crashes (weight 0.28): The game is plagued with numerous bugs and crashes. Players report game-breaking bugs, random crashes, and various other issues introduced with updates.
- Map design criticized (weight 0.27): The map design is criticized for being a reskin of an existing map, too small, and disappointing. Players find it lackluster and boring.
- Animation and design flaws (weight 0.25): The game suffers from various animation and design flaws. Facial animations are criticized as stiff and silly, and the overall killer design is considered awful and uninspired.
- Killer lacks originality (weight 0.22): The killer is criticized for lacking originality in abilities and gameplay mechanics. Players feel that the killer is a reskin of other characters and lacks unique features.
- Movement speed issues (weight 0.13): The killer's movement speed is criticized as being too slow, which affects the gameplay balance. Additionally, survivors are described as moving too fast, making it difficult for the killer to catch them.
- Sound and camera issues (weight 0.11): There are significant sound issues, particularly when using cameras as a survivor. Additionally, pallet break sounds are missing, and other sound bugs are reported.
- Add-ons and updates criticized (weight 0.11): The add-ons are described as unpredictable and nerfed, which affects the killer's performance. Updates are criticized for introducing numerous bugs.
- Skins and cosmetic issues (weight 0.1): The skins in the game are criticized for having issues and being expensive. Some skins are considered average or goofy.
- Lack of new survivor (weight 0.09): Players are disappointed by the lack of a new survivor included in the update, which adds to the overall criticism of the game's content.
- Door mechanics criticized (weight 0.09): The door mechanics are criticized for being poorly designed, with too many doors close to generators, which affects gameplay balance.
- Long queue times (weight 0.06): Players experience long queue times and matchmaking times, which affects the overall gaming experience.
- Survivor advantages criticized (weight 0.06): Survivors are criticized for having permanent wallhacks and map-wide teleports, which gives them an unfair advantage over the killer.
- Lazy development (weight 0.06): The development team is criticized for being lazy, particularly in the design of the killer's abilities, which lack originality and creativity.
- Game is stale and dying (weight 0.06): The game is criticized for having stale mechanics and being in a dying state, which affects the overall player experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Teleportation and unique abilities (weight 0.59): Springtrap's teleportation ability is a significant aspect of gameplay, allowing for unique strategies and mechanics. This ability, combined with the use of security doors and a fire axe for ranged attacks, provides a distinct gameplay experience.
- Springtrap's gameplay mechanics (weight 0.38): Springtrap has unique mechanics, including the use of a fire axe and teleportation. These mechanics are compared to other characters like the Huntress and Nemesis.
- Axe mechanics and issues (weight 0.37): Springtrap's axe has specific mechanics, including the ability to throw it and perform trick shots. However, there are hit-box issues and comparisons to other characters' weapons.
- Stealth and invisibility mechanics (weight 0.27): The killer has stealth and invisibility mechanics, including the ability to be silent and grab survivors off generators. However, there are issues with invisibility glitches.
- Character abilities and interactions (weight 0.24): The game features unique character abilities and interactions, providing a variety of gameplay experiences. These abilities are central to character-specific mechanics.
- Map design and layout (weight 0.19): The map is mostly outdoors with specific loops and environmental details that affect gameplay. The layout and placement of objects like cameras are crucial for strategies.
- Door interactions and mechanics (weight 0.16): Doors are a significant part of the killer's mechanics, allowing for smooth transitions and control over the map.
- Jumpscare and horror elements (weight 0.13): The game includes jumpscare mechanics and horror elements, which are designed to be scary and add to the overall atmosphere.
- Visual and character design (weight 0.13): The game's visual design and character design are noted for their quality and attention to detail, contributing to the overall experience.
- Recycled killer abilities (weight 0.11): The killer has abilities similar to other killers, including teleportation and projectile attacks. This recycling of powers is noted by players.
- Security camera system (weight 0.11): The security camera system is used for tracking and map navigation, adding a strategic element to gameplay.
- Terror radius and movement speed (weight 0.1): The killer has a specific terror radius and movement speed, which affect gameplay strategies and balance.
- Perks and their usage (weight 0.09): Perks are an important aspect of gameplay, with specific details about their usage and effectiveness. Players discuss the unique perks and their impact on gameplay.
- Voice acting performances (weight 0.06): The game features voice acting performances that contribute to the overall experience and character interactions.

Performance notes:
- Audio bugs (weight 0.16): There are several reports of audio bugs, including broken audio and sound issues specific to certain characters and maps.
- Server instability (weight 0.1): Players report frequent server issues and instability, impacting the online gaming experience.
- Game-breaking bug with killer (weight 0.07): A significant bug causes the killer to become invisible after exiting a door, along with audio and movement issues related to the killer's abilities.
- Performance degradation (weight 0.07): The game's performance has worsened, with a noticeable drop in FPS, affecting the overall gaming experience.
- Hotfix patch released (weight 0.04): A hotfix patch addressing 16 bug fixes specifically for the killer has been released, indicating ongoing efforts to improve the game.

Recommendations:
- Recommended for FNAF fans (weight 0.23): The DLC is highly recommended for fans of Five Nights at Freddy's who want to play as Springtrap or experience the FNAF atmosphere. It is considered worth buying for its unique content and fun gameplay.
- Worth the price (weight 0.16): Many reviews indicate that the DLC is worth trying or buying, especially for its affordable price. It offers good value for the content provided.
- High skill ceiling killer (weight 0.16): The DLC is recommended for players who enjoy high skill ceiling killers and are willing to spend time to master the character. It offers a challenging and rewarding experience.
- Recommendations for specific perks and items (weight 0.11): Various perks and items are recommended, such as Hillbilly's Endurance, Trapper's Brute Strength, Ghostface's Thrilling Tremors, and The Pig's Surveillance.
- Mixed recommendations (weight 0.1): Some reviews recommend playing Blight instead, while others suggest waiting for discounts or specific skins, indicating mixed feelings about the DLC.
- Variety in gameplay (weight 0.07): The DLC is worth buying for the variety it brings to the gameplay. It offers new mechanics and a different playstyle with Springtrap.
- Recommendations for improvements (weight 0.06): Some suggestions include reversing the weapons for better implementation of the Springtrap concept and adjusting brightness settings for better visibility.
- Niche recommendations (weight 0.05): Some recommendations are more niche, such as buying the DLC for a specific skin or for horror crossover fans.
- Caution for non-fans (weight 0.04): Non-fans of FNAF should be cautious about purchasing the DLC, as it might not appeal to those not interested in the FNAF universe.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Excitement (weight 0.22): Players are thrilled about the new Springtrap character and DLC, particularly enjoying his unique abilities, high-quality design, and the chaotic gameplay he introduces. The collaboration with Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF) and the addition of Springtrap have generated significant excitement, along with the detailed map design and Easter eggs that enhance the gameplay experience.
- Frustration (weight 0.19): Players express frustration due to various bugs, gameplay issues, and mechanical problems with Springtrap. Long queue times, unbalanced gameplay, and the introduction of new bugs with the release of new content contribute to a stressful and less enjoyable experience.
- Disappointment (weight 0.15): Players feel disappointed due to the lack of originality and creativity in Springtrap's design and abilities. The DLC content and map design did not meet expectations, and the overall gameplay experience was criticized for being uninspired and buggy.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.12): Players are satisfied with the DLC and Springtrap's representation in the game. They appreciate the character's unique mechanics, good skins, and the overall positive assessment of the DLC content and design.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.08): Players enjoy the fun and engaging gameplay mechanics introduced by Springtrap. The character's unique abilities, effective perks, and the overall enjoyable experience of playing as Springtrap contribute to a positive and entertaining gameplay experience.
- Joy (weight 0.07): Players express joy in playing as Springtrap and experiencing the new DLC content. The character's design, perks, and gameplay mechanics bring a fun and nostalgic experience, making it a dream come true for many fans.
- Excited (weight 0.04): Players are excited about the new DLC content and the introduction of Springtrap. The dream crossover with FNAF and the unique gameplay mechanics have generated significant excitement and anticipation.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.02): Players feel a sense of nostalgia with the introduction of Springtrap and the FNAF DLC. The character and content bring back childhood memories and a connection to the Five Nights at Freddy's series.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Players are enthusiastic about Springtrap's unique mechanics and gameplay style. The killer's perks, voice lines, and chase theme make the experience enjoyable and recommendable to others.
- Frustrated (weight 0.01): Players are frustrated with specific bugs and issues related to Springtrap's mechanics. Problems such as invisibility after exiting security doors and stat tracking issues contribute to a less enjoyable experience.
- Admiration (weight 0.01): Players admire the detailed map design and the faithful recreation of Springtrap. The impressive iteration from the film and the appearance of characters like Toy Chica contribute to a positive experience.
- Appreciation (weight 0.01): Players appreciate the fun gameplay and the care put into Springtrap's character. The Easter eggs, details in the map, and the faithful recreation of sounds and music from the original games enhance the overall experience.
- Happiness (weight 0.01): Players are happy to have a famous FNAF figure like Springtrap in the game. The enjoyment of playing with friends and the overall positive experience with the DLC contribute to their happiness.
- Love (weight 0.01): Players love the new game chapter and Springtrap's characterization and gameplay. The unique mechanics and the overall enjoyable experience make it a favorite among fans.}