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Scary 'Poppy Playtime' hits Console Gaming Scene

Dec 18, 2023 10:20 AM

The unique horror game Poppy Playtime is set to terrify console players as it makes its arrival on PlayStation consoles and the Nintendo Switch. Known for its eerie toy factory setting and living toys, Poppy Playtime became a hit on PC and mobile devices, with its first episode released in 2021 and the second already available. The third episode is expected to launch in early next year.

PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners can look forward to experiencing the horror with the first episode, "A Tight Squeeze," from the coming Wednesday, while Nintendo Switch enthusiasts will have to wait until December 25th. As players navigate the abandoned factory, they will have to survive against animated toys and solve intricate puzzles to uncover the mystery behind the disappearance of the factory's employees.

The transition from PC to consoles aims to bring the uniquely terrifying gameplay to a wider audience, promising to deliver frights and thrill with its immersive puzzle-solving elements and survival horror mechanics.

When is Poppy Playtime coming to consoles?

Poppy Playtime is coming to PlayStation consoles on an upcoming Wednesday and to the Nintendo Switch on December 25th.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2023-12-18 10:58:06
Oh man, Poppy Playtime is creeping its way onto consoles—huge news for horror fans looking to get their fix on something other than PC or mobile. It's like a creepy, cuddly toy invasion just in time for the holidays, and I'm all for it—those living toys won't know what hit 'em when console players start puzzling out their secrets. 🎮👻
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2023-12-18 10:48:05
Always cool to see indie horror gems like Poppy Playtime extend their reach—console players are in for some quality scares and puzzle-solving. The game's blend of childhood nostalgia and nightmare fuel is sure to make those long winter nights even chillier for PlayStation fans and eventually Switch owners too.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2023-12-18 10:38:10
Gotta admit, it's hype to see Poppy Playtime leap from PC to the big screens of consoles; this game's blend of cuddly and creepy definitely deserves the broader audience. Brace yourselves, console crew - your festive season's about to get a dash of haunted playhouse chills
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