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Monstrum: Mascot Horror

9 minutes 1 seconds

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The video 'Monstrum: Mascot Horror' explores the unsettling evolution of the mascot horror genre, highlighting its roots in the game 'Five Nights at Freddy's' by game designer Scott Cawthon. The genre takes traditionally cheerful symbols, such as mascots and cartoon characters, and reimagines them as terrifying figures. Featuring key titles like 'Poppy Playtime' and 'Bendy and the Ink Machine,' the video discusses the genre's rise from independent creations to major multimedia franchises. Central themes include the satirization of corporate culture, corrupted nostalgia, and the role of fan communities in sustaining the genre's popularity. With its focus on gaming culture and its broader impact on entertainment, this content is relevant to American literature and sociology curricula. Part of the "Monstrum" series.