Scott Cawthon's horror-survival game "Five Nights at Freddy's" is a huge hit. In fact, "FNAF" has spawned a number of iterations, a spinoff, a book and a film. Due to its wide success, there is no doubt that "FNAF" has a growing fanbase. However, there are rumors that Scott Cawthon's fanbase is facing a "toxic" charges.
Scott Cawthon posted his thoughts on Steam, about the "FNAF" fanbase being toxic. Based on the "Five Nights at Freddy's" creator's post, some complain whenever he bans someone for criticizing the fanbase.
According to Scott Cawthon, it is an "unfair generalization" to call "FNAF" fanbase toxic. He added that every fanbase has its "toxic" side due to a variety of audience that has different opinions and maturity.
Scott Cawthon pointed out that there will always be individuals that one will find irritating, regardless if he is part of a fanbase or not. In this case, it's not the fault of the fanbase but of the individual. The "Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location" genius admits that all is guilty, including him.
Although Scott Cawthon is banning some critics, the "FNAF" developer stressed that he will keep people who make honest criticism of the fanbase. He believes that they are just misguided.
Meanwhile, per Daily Lobo, Scott Cawthon's "Five Nights at Freddy's'" is giving indie games a boost. The "FNAF" spinoff "Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location" was released last weeks and it receives positive reviews on Steam.
The report notes that Scott Cawthon's "Five Nights at Freddy's" series is one of the leading games that sweep the nation despite not being owned by large video game corporations like Nintendo and Activision. "FNAF" is definitely a hit; even the YouTube's 2015 rewind featured the popular YouTuber Markiplier in a classic jump-scare.
Do you agree with Scott Cawthon's point about the fanbase? Have you played the "Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location" already? What your thoughts about the "FNAF" spinoff? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
