Who is Scott Cawthon afraid of?

Scott Cawthon, the creator of Five Nights at Freddy's, has stated that Bonnie the Rabbit was the animatronic that scared him the most during game development, giving him nightmares and startling him during playtesting, even when he expected the jump scare. He found Bonnie's initial design and sudden appearances particularly unsettling, especially an early version that was just a still image appearing right in front of him.
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What animatronic was Scott afraid of?

The animatronic that most famously scared creator Scott Cawthon during development of the first Five Nights at Freddy's was Bonnie the Rabbit, who gave him actual nightmares, making him jump out of bed thinking Bonnie was in his room, leading him to consider Bonnie the scariest character and influencing his design choices.
 
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What is the fear of FNAF?

Fear of Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF) is common and often linked to Automatonophobia (fear of animatronics/wax figures), Robophobia (fear of robots), or general jump scares, tension, and unsettling characters, sometimes called Fazphobia, involving anxiety from the creepy animatronics, jumpscares, and dark themes, but can be managed by understanding the game mechanics, using sound, or playing with lights on. 
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Why did Scott get rid of FNaF World?

Comments Section Here's the thing, Scott mentioned in a deleted Steam post that part of the reason he abandoned FNaF World was due to the technical mistakes he made with it. During development, Scott made the game in such a way that it was very hard to program.
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What did Scott Cawthon have a nightmare about?

According to Scott Cawthon, Bonnie is one of the two scariest animatronics of the series, as he has had several nightmares about Bonnie while developing the game. He also said on his Steam post that Bonnie from this game gave him nightmares.
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Why was Scott afraid of Bonnie?

Scott Cawthon, the creator of Five Nights at Freddy's (FNaF), was afraid of Bonnie because the animatronic rabbit gave him nightmares, particularly after an instance where he dreamt Bonnie was outside his bedroom door, leading him to rush to lock it, only to find it already sealed, implying Bonnie was inside and about to attack, a terrifying experience that influenced the game's mechanics. He found Bonnie genuinely scary due to his design, including his unnerving floating, lack of eyebrows, and aggressive nature, making him feel like a truly unsettling presence even to his creator.
 
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What happens if you call 1 833 578 0158 irl?

A new phone number prepares audience members to enter the world of Five Nights at Freddy's, with viewers able to apply for the position of security guard at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza by messaging the number 1-833-578-0158.
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How much is 1 hour in FNAF 1?

In-game. The objective is to survive from 12 AM to 6 AM in order to complete the night. In Five Nights at Freddy's, not every hour has the same duration. 12 AM lasts exactly 90 seconds while 1 AM to 6 AM each last 89 seconds.
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Why is 1987 so important in FNAF?

Games. The Bite of 87 is an incident which led a human victim losing their frontal lobe due to being attacked during the day by an Animatronic.
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Why did FNAF+ get cancelled?

FNAF Plus was effectively cancelled due to a major controversy involving its developer, Phisnom, who was removed from the official Fazbear Fanverse Initiative after allegations of misconduct and toxicity on Twitter, leading to the project's halting and removal from Steam in August 2023, with Phisnom stating he was done with the franchise.
 
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What phobia is 666?

Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia is a specific phobia, meaning that someone with this condition would experience intense, irrational anxiety or fear when faced specifically with the number 666.
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Why is 3am so creepy?

3 AM is considered scary due to a blend of folklore (the "witching hour," demonic inversion of Jesus's crucifixion time), psychology (deepest sleep leading to disorientation), and cultural narratives (horror tropes, internet memes), creating a feeling of vulnerability during the darkest, quietest part of the night when the veil between worlds feels thin and fears intensify. 
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What does 87 mean in FNAF?

In Five Nights at Freddy's (FNaF), 87 refers to "The Bite of '87," a pivotal, gruesome incident where an animatronic bit a person, leading to the loss of their frontal lobe, resulting in stricter daytime rules for animatronics and adding to the lore's dark history, with theories pointing to the FNaF 2 location and Mangle as the likely culprit, unlike the separate Bite of '83.
 
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Is FNaF 1 or 2 scarier?

Most fans find FNaF 1 scarier due to its atmosphere, limited resources (power), and the shock of the original experience, while FNaF 2 introduces more animatronics and mechanics (like the music box/headphones), leading to frantic difficulty and intense jumpscares, but some find it less atmospheric than the first game's dread. The "scarier" choice often depends on whether you prefer FNaF 1's simple, oppressive dread or FNaF 2's overwhelming, chaotic intensity and more complex scares. 
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Is FNaF 1 Chica a girl?

Yes, FNAF 1 Chica (the chicken animatronic) is definitively female, a fact supported by her name (meaning "girl" in Spanish), her explicit description as female in supplementary material like Help Wanted, and her role as the designated "lady" in the band alongside Freddy, Bonnie, and Foxy. While some early fans were unsure due to her appearance, lore and later game details confirm her gender.
 
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Why did Scott remove Nightmare Foxy's tongue?

During the Five Nights at Freddy's 4th anniversary interview, Scott Cawthon commented the reason behind the tongue's removal that he thought Nightmare Foxy having a tongue makes him look not scary. Despite this, however, the tongue is still seen in the title screen.
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Was the Bite of '87 a child or adult?

However, since the actual victim of the bite is never specified, some believe that it wasn't a child at all, and if an adult had received the bite, then it would make sense for the animatronics to respond that way towards adults.
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Why do kids love FNAF so much?

Kids love Five Nights at Freddy's (FNAF) due to its accessible "safe horror" (jump scares, not gore), creepy yet familiar Chuck E. Cheese-like setting, deep mystery/lore that encourages theories, and massive popularity with YouTubers who made it fun to watch, creating community and shared excitement. The simple gameplay and cute animatronic designs mask a darker story, appealing to kids' love for "grown-up" scary things without being overly graphic, making it perfect for online sharing. 
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How do you win FNAF?

To win Five Nights at Freddy's (FNaF 1), you must survive until 6 AM by conserving power, constantly monitoring cameras (especially Foxy's cove and Freddy on the stage), and using the doors/lights to block Bonnie and Chica, while listening for sound cues like Freddy's laugh or footsteps to react quickly before they enter your office for a jump scare. The main objective is power management and managing the animatronics' aggression, as the game ends when they get you. 
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What happens if you call 1 833 578 0158?

All one has to do is text the number 1-833-578-0158, and they're eligible for the gig occupied by Josh Hutcherson's Mike Schmidt in the upcoming film (hitting theaters and Peacock October 27).
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Why is FNaF World 157%?

It's pretty much the "Ultimate 100%." It involves all the requirements of 100%, plus a few other things: You must buy every Byte and defense upgrade. You must unlock every character. You must get the Universe End Ending. Fun fact: I called this 157% because I did some math and weighting.
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Is FNaF ok for 11 year olds?

Whether Five Nights at Freddy's (FNaF) is okay for an 11-year-old depends on the child's sensitivity, as the games and movie are designed to be scary, featuring jump scares, intense atmosphere, violence (often implied/stylized), and mature themes like murder, with official ratings usually suggesting ages 12+ or PG-13 (for the movie). Some 11-year-olds who enjoy horror and know the lore might be fine, especially with parental guidance, but for those easily frightened or new to the franchise, it's likely too intense. 
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How many kids went missing at FNAF?

In the core Five Nights at Freddy's lore, five children were famously murdered by William Afton in the original Missing Children's Incident, their souls possessing Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, Foxy, and Golden Freddy. However, the total number of child victims across the entire franchise is much higher, with several other distinct disappearances involving characters like Charlie (The Puppet) and Elizabeth Afton, bringing the total confirmed victims to over a dozen across different games and timelines, often involving multiple incidents. 
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Why does Foxy say dum dum dum in FNAF 1?

In the game's files, there is a sound byte referred to as Pirate_song2. When viewed, this song is actually the "Dum Dum De Dum" song that can be heard several times throughout a playthrough. Foxy does apparently sing this, as the sound gets louder if the player views Pirate Cove. What triggers him to sing is unknown.
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Which is the rarest phone number?

"The world's most expensive phone number was auctioned for charity yesterday in Qatar. The number, 666 6666, sold for 10m Qatari riyals or £1.5m," says The Register.
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