The Five Nights at Freddy's franchise has had a momentous year, marked by the highly anticipated release of its film adaptation in theaters. Before the year comes to a close, there will be another addition to the franchise in the form of a new game. On December 14, the second game in the VR spin-off series Help Wanted will be launched.
The upcoming PS VR 2 game builds upon its predecessor, providing players with an immersive experience as they explore the eerie after-hours restaurants and encounter the animatronics that populate them. Similar to the first game, Help Wanted 2 will challenge players to complete various themed minigames while trying to survive.
Executive producer Ray McCaffrey provides further information about the title and its minigames in a post on the PlayStation blog. Help Wanted 2 comprises six minigame categories: Backstage, Fazcade, Staff Only, Food Prep, Ticket Booth, and Sister Location. Notably, players will have the opportunity to experience Sister Location gameplay in virtual reality (VR), immersing themselves in encounters with Circus Baby and a fresh lineup of haunted animatronics as they navigate through iconic FNAF scenes.
Help Wanted 2 features a variety of mini-games designed exclusively for the game. These tasks range from fixing and controlling wild attractions to assisting Roxanne Wolf with her makeup and styling, and even serving hungry customers. Additionally, players can explore various attractions, including classic arcade games and the thrilling shoot-em-up log ride, Captain Foxy's Cowboy Adventure. Taking advantage of the PS VR 2's eye-tracking feature, Help Wanted 2 offers a mini-game where players can attempt to deceive the fortune teller, Mystic Hippo. Surprisingly, the sequel will be released earlier than anticipated, hitting the shelves on December 14 for the PS VR 2.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled about the upcoming release of Five Nights at Freddy's: Help Wanted 2. The first game was a fantastic VR experience, and I can't wait to see what the sequel has in store. The new minigames look incredibly fun, and I'm especially excited to try out the Sister Location levels. I'm also impressed by the game's graphics, which look even better than the first game.
Overall, I think Five Nights at Freddy's: Help Wanted 2 is going to be a must-play for fans of the series and VR horror games in general. I can't wait to get my hands on it when it launches on December 14th.