Five Nights at Freddy's: The Science of Fear

What inspired Scott Cawthon to create a horror game like Five Nights at Freddy's?

• A fascination with animatronics

• Criticism of his character designs

• A desire to make educational games

• Positive feedback on his previous games

What part of the brain is responsible for processing fear and triggering the startle response?

• Thalamus

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

Why do jump scares cause a physical reaction like blinking?

• They are designed to be visually intense

• They activate the brain's startle response

• They are unexpected and confusing

• They are accompanied by loud music

How does the game Five Nights at Freddy's create a sense of fear in players?

• Through a complex storyline

• By offering multiple difficulty levels

• Through a combination of creepy design and jump scares

• By using bright and cheerful graphics

What question does the video pose about the player's experience with the game?

• Does the game have enough levels?

• Is the player controlling the game or vice versa?

• Are the graphics realistic enough?

• Is the game too easy to play?