Speedrunning a game like Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit requires not just quick reflexes but also deep knowledge of the game mechanics. Whether you’re aiming to set a new record or simply improve your personal best, the following tips will help you shave precious seconds off your run. Here’s a detailed guide to help you master the art of speedrunning this spine-chilling game.
1. Optimize Door Interactions
One of the simplest yet most effective time-saving tricks is taking advantage of the game’s automatic door opening. When you run into doors, they will automatically open, allowing you to pass through without having to stop and press a button. This may seem minor, but over the course of a speedrun, these seconds add up.
2. Skip Dialogues Faster
Speedrunners know that every second counts, and that includes time spent in dialogue. By pressing the interact key on both your keyboard and controller simultaneously, you can skip through dialogues twice as fast. This trick also works wonders in the Helpules arcade minigame, where you’ll be able to complete more repetitions in less time.
3. Skip the First Night’s Chase
On Night 1, the first chase sequence where Yellow Rabbit jumpscares you from the phone can be completely skipped. To do this, make sure to call your mom from a hiding spot before the chase begins. This allows you to bypass the entire sequence and save valuable time.
4. No Need to Hide on Night 2
During Night 2, after placing the pizza down for Chica, there’s no need to hide. Chica isn’t a threat when she goes to get the pizza, and she won’t alert Yellow Rabbit to your position. This not only saves time but also reduces the stress of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
5. Skip the House Segment on Night 4
Night 4 has a lengthy house segment that can be completely skipped. Before you go to school on Day 4, trade with the firecracker kid. This will allow you to bypass the entire house segment, significantly cutting down on your overall time.
6. Master Oswald’s Sprint
One of the quirkiest tricks involves Oswald’s sprint. By holding the sprint key and rapidly pressing A and D (or flicking the controller stick left and right), you can make Oswald trip over quickly. This generates a lot of noise, eliminating the need to use noisemakers, which can save time during stealth sections.
7. Collect Tradeable Items Without Arcade Games
Two tradeable items can be acquired without playing arcade games, saving you a significant amount of time:
- Freddy Mask: There’s a random chance for the Freddy Mask to drop whenever you pull down the attic ladder in the house.
- Toy Freddy Plush: This item has a random chance to drop when clicking on the pile of gifts in the storage room inside the pizzeria. You only get one attempt per night, so make sure to grab it when you can.
8. Exploit Pit Bonnie’s Aggro Animation
Pit Bonnie’s aggro animation lasts about a second, during which he can’t kill you. Use this to your advantage by running past him or even bumping into him without getting caught. This can be a real lifesaver during tight situations.
9. Fast-Track the 3-Star Ending
If you’re aiming for the 3-star ending, there’s no need to complete most of the arcade games. Simply start the game and exit immediately. The only arcade games that must be fully completed are the three secret minigames. This drastically reduces the time required to achieve the 3-star ending.
10. Consider Auto-Hiding Minigames (Optional)
While enabling auto-hiding minigames in the accessibility settings can save time, it may feel like a cheap trick to some speedrunners. Use this option at your discretion, as it can significantly reduce the difficulty of certain sections.
These speedrunning tips should help you navigate the eerie world of Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit more efficiently. Remember, practice makes perfect, and the more you familiarize yourself with these strategies, the faster you’ll become. Happy running, and may you avoid those jumpscares!