The hallmark of this genre is the feeling of being trapped in an enclosed location, usually a security office, with only a few tools for defense.
Each of the five nights (often followed by a 6th "Custom Night") increases in difficulty as the animatronics become more aggressive. See how these tense mechanics play out in a VR environment: Five Nights Horror Escape
Players must monitor security cameras to track the movements of animatronics. In some variations, like Five Nights: No Escape , you must also check blind spots by turning on lights. The hallmark of this genre is the feeling
You often have mechanical doors to block the animatronics' path. However, these must be timed correctly to avoid wasting resources. usually a security office