The Five Nights at Freddy's series features dozens of unique animatronic characters, each with their own terrifying designs, behaviors, and backstories. From the original four animatronics at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza to the flashy Glamrock characters of the Mega Pizzaplex, this guide covers every major animatronic you'll encounter across the FNAF games.
Understanding each animatronic's behavior is crucial for survival. Whether you're trying to beat Night 5 in the original game or navigating the massive Pizzaplex in Security Breach, knowing your enemies can mean the difference between life and a jumpscare death.
FNAF 1 - The Original Four
The animatronics that started it all. These four characters perform during the day at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza, but at night, they become deadly hunters. Play FNAF 1 here.
Freddy Fazbear
FNAF 1Role: Lead singer and mascot of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza
Behavior: Freddy is methodical and patient. He only moves when you're not watching him on camera, and he stays in dark areas. He approaches from the right side only, following a specific path through the building. Late in the night, he becomes extremely aggressive.
Possessed by: Gabriel, one of the missing children
Bonnie the Bunny
FNAF 1Role: Guitarist of the Fazbear band
Behavior: Bonnie is the most aggressive animatronic in FNAF 1. He can appear in almost any room and always approaches from the LEFT side. He moves quickly and unpredictably, often being the first to become active each night.
Possessed by: Jeremy, one of the missing children
Chica the Chicken
FNAF 1Role: Backup singer, often seen with a cupcake
Behavior: Chica approaches from the RIGHT side only. She's slower than Bonnie but tends to linger at your door longer. You can hear her making noise in the kitchen (a room without a camera).
Possessed by: Susie, one of the missing children
Foxy the Pirate
FNAF 1Role: Pirate Cove entertainer (out of order)
Behavior: Foxy is unique - he stays in Pirate Cove and emerges in stages based on how much you watch him. Check too little, and he'll sprint down the hallway to attack. He always comes from the LEFT.
Possessed by: Fritz, one of the missing children
Golden Freddy
FNAF 1Role: Mysterious apparition / Easter egg
Behavior: Golden Freddy is rare and mysterious. He can appear if you see his poster on CAM 2B. He appears slumped over in your office and will crash your game if you don't immediately pull up your camera.
Possessed by: Cassidy (possibly the fifth missing child)
FNAF 2 - The Toy Animatronics
The 1987 location featured redesigned "Toy" versions alongside the withered originals. Play FNAF 2 here.
Toy Freddy
FNAF 2Behavior: The redesigned Freddy with rosy cheeks and a more "kid-friendly" appearance. He approaches through the main hallway and can be deterred with the Freddy mask.
Toy Bonnie
FNAF 2Behavior: A sleeker, blue version of Bonnie with green eyes. He enters through the right air vent and will appear in your office before attacking. Very aggressive.
Toy Chica
FNAF 2Behavior: A redesigned Chica who removes her beak when hunting. She enters through the left air vent and is very persistent.
Mangle
FNAF 2Role: A dismantled Toy Foxy that kids tore apart daily
Behavior: Mangle crawls on ceilings and walls, approaching through the right vent. Makes distinctive radio static sounds. Can hang from the ceiling in your office.
Balloon Boy (BB)
FNAF 2Behavior: A small animatronic that enters through the left vent. He doesn't kill you directly but disables your flashlight, leaving you vulnerable to other animatronics.
The Puppet (Marionette)
FNAF 2Role: Prize corner animatronic / Charlotte Emily's vessel
Behavior: The Puppet emerges from its box if the music box winds down. Once released, it cannot be stopped. It gave life to the other murdered children by putting their souls in the animatronics.
FNAF 3 - Springtrap
Set 30 years later, FNAF 3 features only one real animatronic threat. Play FNAF 3 here.
Springtrap
FNAF 3True Identity: William Afton, the serial killer
Behavior: Springtrap is intelligent and methodical. He follows audio cues and navigates through vents. He's the corpse of William Afton trapped inside the Spring Bonnie suit after the springlocks failed.
Backstory: After the spirits cornered him in the abandoned pizzeria, Afton hid in the Spring Bonnie suit. The moisture in the room caused the springlocks to fail, crushing and killing him. His spirit, like his victims, became bound to the animatronic.
FNAF 4 - The Nightmares
Terrifying nightmare versions from a child's perspective. Play FNAF 4 here.
Nightmare Freddy
FNAF 4Behavior: Nightmare Freddy spawns mini Freddies (Freddles) on your bed. If you don't shine your flashlight on the bed, he'll fully form and attack.
Nightmare Bonnie & Nightmare Chica
FNAF 4Behavior: They approach from the left and right halls respectively. Listen for breathing at the doors - if you hear it, close the door. If you don't hear breathing, use your flashlight.
Nightmare Foxy
FNAF 4Behavior: Nightmare Foxy hides in the closet. Check the closet regularly - if he's there, close the door repeatedly to push him back. If ignored, he'll hide in the closet and attack when you return.
Nightmare Fredbear / Nightmare
FNAF 4Behavior: The most terrifying animatronics in the series. Fredbear can appear at doors, the bed, AND the closet. Nightmare is the ultimate challenge - a black, translucent version that's even more aggressive.
Sister Location - The Funtime Animatronics
Advanced animatronics designed to capture children. Play Sister Location here.
Circus Baby
Sister LocationTrue Identity: Elizabeth Afton (William's daughter)
Backstory: Baby was designed by William Afton with a hidden claw mechanism to capture children. Despite warnings, Elizabeth approached Baby and was killed, her soul becoming trapped inside.
Ballora
Sister LocationBehavior: A dancing animatronic that navigates by sound. She sings while moving and will attack if she hears you. You must move quietly or stop when she's near.
Funtime Freddy
Sister LocationBehavior: An advanced Freddy with a hand puppet named Bon-Bon. He's loud and aggressive, announcing his presence with an unsettling voice. Bon-Bon can act independently.
Ennard
Sister LocationTrue Nature: A combination of all the Funtime animatronics' endoskeletons
Behavior: Ennard is the true final boss of Sister Location. It wants to use your body to escape the facility. It combines the intelligence and parts of all Funtime animatronics.
Security Breach - The Glamrock Animatronics
The latest generation at the Mega Pizzaplex. Play Security Breach here.
Glamrock Freddy
Security BreachRole: Your ally and protector
Behavior: Unlike other animatronics, Glamrock Freddy HELPS you survive. You can hide in his stomach cavity, and he guides you through the Pizzaplex. He's possessed by a protective spirit - possibly Michael Afton or another benevolent soul.
Roxanne Wolf
Security BreachBehavior: An arrogant wolf with the ability to see through walls using her special eyes. She's fast and can track you even when hidden.
Montgomery Gator
Security BreachBehavior: A powerful alligator animatronic with incredible strength. He's not as fast as Roxy but hits much harder. He patrols specific areas of the Pizzaplex.
Glamrock Chica
Security BreachBehavior: Always hungry, Glamrock Chica is often found near food areas. She can track you by following trash and food items you leave behind.
Conclusion
The FNAF series has created an incredible roster of terrifying and memorable characters. From the original four animatronics to the complex Glamrock generation, each character has unique behaviors, backstories, and survival strategies. Understanding these animatronics is key to surviving the horror of Freddy Fazbear's various establishments.
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