Baldi's Basics

Baldi's Basics in Education and Learning is a unique indie horror-comedy video game developed by Micah McGonigal.

Here is more detailed information about the game:

Game Concept:

Baldi's Basics is a parody of classic educational games from the 1990s. It takes inspiration from retro edutainment titles that were often found in schools and intended to teach kids various subjects. However, Baldi's Basics twist this concept by adding horror elements and creating a surreal and unsettling atmosphere.

Gameplay:

In the game, players assume the role of a student who finds themselves trapped inside a nightmarish school. The objective is to collect seven notebooks scattered throughout the school, each containing math problems that need to be solved. Solving these problems correctly allows players to progress through the game.

However, it's not as straightforward as it may seem. Baldi, the main antagonist and school teacher, is constantly chasing the player throughout the school. If players answer a problem incorrectly or take too long to solve it, Baldi becomes faster and more aggressive, making it increasingly difficult to escape.

Horror and Comedy Elements:

Baldi's Basics juxtapose the innocent educational setting with elements of horror and jump scares. The graphics and sound design intentionally resemble those of older educational games, creating a nostalgic and humorous contrast to the eerie and tense gameplay.

The game incorporates a cast of strange characters, including Baldi, who is depicted as a bald, smiling man with a ruler in hand. Other characters include Playtime, the jumprope girl; Principal of the Thing, who monitors school behavior; and more. Each character adds to the game's surreal and absurd atmosphere.

Viral Internet Sensation:

Baldi's Basics became an internet sensation shortly after its release in 2018. Popular YouTubers and streamers, known for playing horror games, took an interest in the game, and their videos playing Baldi's Basics went viral. This led to a surge in its popularity, with memes, fan art, and fan-made content spreading across various online platforms.

Platform:

Initially, the game was available for free on itch.io, but due to its popularity, expanded versions were released on platforms such as Steam, Android, iOS, and consoles.

Sequels and Expansions:

Following the success of the original game, the developer released Baldi's Basics Plus, an expanded version with new features and mechanics. Additionally, various fan-made mods and custom maps have been created, extending the game's content and adding to its replayability.

How to play Baldi's Basics

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