BabyZone’s Gummy Nightmares: YouTuber Ventures into Horror Game Development
Get ready to confront those creepy childhood carnival vibes in a whole new way because Gummy Nightmares is here. This indie survival horror from YouTuber BabyZone and CSquare Studio takes the usual happy-go-lucky amusement park experience and throws it into a blender with your worst nightmares.
In a recent tweet, BabyZone revealed that Gummy Nightmares has been a project in development for over a year. With more than 1.2 million subscribers, BabyZone is now venturing into the world of game development, bringing their creativity to the horror genre.
I am happy to announce my indie mascot horror game called Gummy Nightmares that I've been developing for more than a year!
Use your gears to battle evil plushie robots, solve puzzles, and find clues to recover your lost memories.
Content Creators & mascot horror Fans, RT & DM… pic.twitter.com/iBsSKdGUUg
— BabyZone (@BabyZoneYT) June 7, 2024
In Gummy Nightmares, you play as Player One, a kid who wakes up in a creepy amusement park with no clue how you got there. This place, once filled with laughter and cotton candy dreams, is now a deserted wasteland.
The cuddly mascots have morphed into creepy, robotic hunters! Imagine a giant blue monstrosity like Huggy Wuggy from Poppy Playtime, but way less cuddly and way more murder-bot. Definitely not the hug you were hoping for.
This chilling trend of mascot horror has been steadily gaining momentum in recent years, building on the foundation laid by classics like Five Nights at Freddy’s. The creepy contrast between childhood innocence and pure terror is what makes this genre so effective.
It’s Not All Hide-and-Seek
While Gummy Nightmares shares that eerie vibe and monstrous mascots with Poppy Playtime, there’s one key difference: you can fight back! Unlike some of the other mascot horror games where you’re basically a defenseless prey, Gummy Nightmares lets you grab a slingshot (or whatever weapon you can find lying around).
You have the chance to defend yourself against those robotic nightmares. This adds a whole new layer of gameplay, making it more action-packed and empowering (who doesn’t want to blast a creepy bear with a slingshot?).
When Can I Play?
Gummy Nightmares is still under construction, but you can already wishlist it on Steam! The release date is January 2025, but the trailers and gameplay footage are available on BabyZone’s YouTube channel.
JC Paredes
Since March 2021, I've worn two hats at Spiel Times: a writer and a Managing Editor. In my writing role, I've earned recognition from Wikipedia and Nev Schulman (Catfish TV Show host) for my insightful analysis and engaging narrative style. I'm passionate about all things gaming, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for uncovering hidden secrets within games. My gaming journey began at a young age, captivated by titles like Resident Evil and Tomb Raider. Today, I enjoy exploring open-world RPGs and MMORPGs, consumed by their lore and crafting theories about their narratives. I'm also drawn to the suspenseful atmosphere of horror games and the intricate narratives of crime-themed titles, bringing a unique perspective to my writing. Beyond gaming, I have a fascination with anything unexplained and chilling, a passion that often spills over into my exploration of horror games. When I'm not engrossed in a virtual world, you can find me curled up and spending time with my adorable doggy sidekick, Teemo. As Managing Editor, I'm committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our writing team. I communicate openly with my team members, addressing any content-related issues and providing guidance to help them excel.
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