The Timeline of FNAF Games
For fans of the Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) franchise, understanding the timeline of the games is crucial to comprehend the story and its mysterious events. In this article, we will delve into the chronology of FNAF games, starting from the first game, Five Nights at Freddy’s, to the latest entry, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach.
The Early Games (2014-2015)
The initial games in the franchise – Five Nights at Freddy’s (2014) and Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (2014) – take place several years apart. The game’s creator, Scott Cawthon, has kept the exact timeline vague, but based on the dialogue and events, we can infer the following:
| Game | Release Year |
|---|---|
| Five Nights at Freddy’s | 2014 |
| Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 | 2014 |
• Five Nights at Freddy’s: The game starts in 1983 when the first Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza restaurant opened. The events of this game take place in this year.
• Five Nights at Freddy’s 2: The game happens 30 years after the events of the first game, in 2013.
The Later Games (2015-2016)
The subsequent games in the franchise – Five Nights at Freddy’s 3 (2015), Five Nights at Freddy’s 4 (2015), and Five Nights at Freddy’s: Sister Location (2016) – continue the story:
| Game | Release Year |
|---|---|
| Five Nights at Freddy’s 3 | 2015 |
| Five Nights at Freddy’s 4 | 2015 |
| Five Nights at Freddy’s: Sister Location | 2016 |
• Five Nights at Freddy’s 3: The game takes place 30 years after the events of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, in 2043.
• Five Nights at Freddy’s 4: Although the game’s release dates are close together, there is a significant time jump between the events of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria Simulator (FNAF 3D) and Five Nights at Freddy’s 4, which is set in a child’s bedroom.
• Five Nights at Freddy’s: Sister Location: The game is set three years after the events of Five Nights at Freddy’s 4, in approximately 2018.
The Latest Installment: Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach
The latest game in the franchise, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach, was released in 2021:
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach
Release Year: 2021
The game follows a new protagonist, Scarlet, as she navigates the haunted Freddy Fazbear’s Mega PizzaPlex. The game does not explicitly state the timeframe, but based on events and dialogue, it seems to take place in a future timeline.
FNAF Timeline Summary
Here is a summary of the FNAF games in chronological order:
1983 – Five Nights at Freddy’s
2013 – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2
2015 – Five Nights at Freddy’s 3, Five Nights at Freddy’s 4
2018 – Five Nights at Freddy’s: Sister Location (approximate)
2021 – Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach
Conclusion
By understanding the timeline of the FNAF games, fans can better appreciate the story and its complex mythology. From the early years of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza to the haunting events of the latest games, the franchise has cemented its place as one of the most beloved survival horror series.