Five Nights at Freddy's 4 (2015)

In *Five Nights at Freddy's 4*, the acclaimed survival horror series from Scott Cawthon takes a terrifying turn by bringing the animatronic nightmares directly into your home. This installment, considered the final chapter in the original narrative, forces players into the role of a young child facing their deepest fears. Armed with nothing more than a flashlight, you must meticulously monitor the doors of your bedroom, listen for the subtle rustles that betray an animatronic's presence, and quickly seal them to survive. The threat extends beyond the hallways, as lurking horrors may also attempt to invade your closet or crawl onto your bed, requiring swift reflexes and a keen ear to avoid their deadly grasp. This game earns its place on a list of Scott Cawthon's best for its bold departure from previous mechanics and its masterful escalation of dread. *Five Nights at Freddy's 4* strips away the security cameras and elaborate office defenses of its predecessors, focusing instead on raw, intimate vulnerability. The shift to a child's perspective amplifies the psychological horror, making every creak and shadow a potential harbinger of doom. Cawthon's genius lies in his ability to craft an intensely immersive and frightening experience with minimal resources, proving that his innovative approach to horror gameplay, even when it reinvents itself, consistently delivers unforgettable and terrifying experiences.