Five Nights Survival Guide

Complete night-by-night guide to surviving all 7 nights in Five Nights at Epsteins (main 5 plus Night 6 and Night 7). Learn enemy patterns, strategies, and essential tips.

Night 1 - Introduction

Difficulty: Beginner

Night 1

Active Enemies

EpsteinFC

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1Focus on learning the camera system and audio lure mechanics
  • 2Both Epstein and FC start at Camera 11
  • 3Alternate audio lures between Cam 7 and Cam 8 (same room twice in a row does not work) to keep them in the back
  • 4Practice reacting quickly when Epstein appears at the window (0.5 seconds!)
  • 5This night is designed to be easier - use it to master the basics

Pro Tips

  • •Audio lure does not work twice in a row in the same room - alternate between cameras
  • •Keep enemies in the back hallway hook (Cam 9, 10, 11) for easier management
  • •Stay alert at the window - Epstein can appear at any moment

Night 2 - Vent Attacks Begin

Difficulty: Intermediate

Night 2

Active Enemies

EpsteinFCTrump

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1Trump joins the fray, starting at Camera 9
  • 2Listen carefully for banging sounds - this means Trump is in the vents
  • 3Close vents immediately when you hear banging
  • 4Wait until you hear banging again (Trump left) before opening vents - opening too early can get you killed; too long and you die from lack of oxygen
  • 5Prioritize Epstein over Trump when using audio lures; keep Epstein in the hook (Cam 9–10–11)
  • 6Manage both vent controls and camera systems simultaneously

Pro Tips

  • •Trump attacks through vents in Camera 1 or 2
  • •Don't close vents when Trump is already in the room - you'll lose power
  • •Balance your attention between window watching and vent listening
  • •Keep Epstein and FC in back rooms to reduce pressure

Night 3 - Electrocution Required

Difficulty: Advanced

Night 3

Active Enemies

EpsteinFCTrumpStephen Hawking

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1Stephen Hawking appears at Camera 6 - he requires periodic electrocution
  • 2The warning goes yellow then red - electrocute before it turns red
  • 3You cannot electrocute while cameras are out - restart cameras at the control panel first
  • 4Stephen Hawking is immune to audio lures - electrocution is the only way
  • 5Set a rhythm: electrocute → check vents → use audio lures (alternate 7 and 8) → watch window

Pro Tips

  • •Don't spam electrocution - it can force enemies to move; time it to the yellow/red warning
  • •If you forget Stephen Hawking and he leaves Camera 6, you're in big trouble
  • •Use audio lures for Epstein, FC, and Trump while managing Stephen Hawking
  • •Practice the rhythm of all systems working together

Night 4 - Maximum Difficulty

Difficulty: Expert

Night 4

Active Enemies

EpsteinFCTrumpStephen Hawking

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1One of the two genuinely hard nights (with Night 5). All enemies active and moving faster.
  • 2Keep enemies in the hook (Cam 9, 10, 11) as long as possible; alternate Cam 7 and 8 for audio lures.
  • 3Priority order in a crisis: Stephen Hawking first (electrocute before red), then Epstein.
  • 4Master the rhythm: electrocute → vents → audio lures (alternate rooms) → window.
  • 5Near 5:00 AM they move very fast - focus on survival and keeping Epstein as far back as possible.

Pro Tips

  • •This night tests everything you've learned
  • •Don't neglect any system - all enemies are threats
  • •Order of actions matters: handle Hawking before optimizing others
  • •Stay focused on the window - Epstein can appear at any moment

Night 5 - Final Challenge

Difficulty: Expert

Night 5

Active Enemies

EpsteinFCTrumpStephen Hawking

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1The hardest main night. All enemies at maximum aggression.
  • 2At 5:00 AM they move too fast to hold back - switch to pure survival: Hawking first, then keep Epstein as far away as possible.
  • 3Keep them in the hook (9–10–11) when you can; when they reach 7, alternate 7 and 8 to push back.
  • 4Order of actions matters: electrocute Hawking before other moves when the warning appears.
  • 5After surviving, you unlock Night 6, Night 7, and Custom Knight (including Ultimate Night at 20/20/20/20).

Pro Tips

  • •Expect to fail multiple times - learn from each death
  • •Prioritize Stephen Hawking, then Epstein; keep Epstein in the hook when possible
  • •Stay patient and focused; celebrate when you survive - you've earned it!
  • •After Night 5, try Night 6 (Special with Epstein) and Custom Knight for the secret ending

Night 6 - Special Night with Epstein

Difficulty: Expert

Night 6

Active Enemies

Epstein

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1Unlocked after beating Night 5. Only Epstein is active - no Trump, no Stephen Hawking.
  • 2Epstein appears in bright yellow, making him easier to spot on cameras.
  • 3Use the same hook strategy: keep him in Cam 9, 10, 11; alternate 7 and 8 when he moves forward.
  • 4Focus entirely on camera and audio lure management plus window reaction.
  • 5Night 6's ending audio is decodable and may help unlock the secret ending.

Pro Tips

  • •Easier to track than main nights since only one enemy - use it to refine your hook timing
  • •Don't get careless; his speed can still catch you if you ignore the cameras
  • •Decode the ending audio if you're aiming for the secret ending

Night 7 - Ultimate Main Challenge

Difficulty: Expert

Night 7

Active Enemies

EpsteinFCTrumpStephen Hawking

Duration: 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (3 minutes real time)

Survival Strategy

  • 1The final story night. All four enemies return at high difficulty.
  • 2Apply everything from Nights 4–5: hook strategy, alternate 7/8, Hawking priority, vent timing.
  • 3Survival at 5:00 AM is critical - prioritize Hawking and keeping Epstein as far back as possible.
  • 4Epstein can only get you from one room (one vent connection); the other vent is Trump.

Pro Tips

  • •Night 7 is very hard - expect many attempts
  • •Keep Epstein in the hook; wait for Trump to leave before reopening vents
  • •After completing Night 7, Custom Knight (all level 20 = Ultimate Night) unlocks the third star and secret ending

Additional Resources

Camera Map Guide

Learn about all camera locations and their strategic importance.

Gameplay Mechanics

Understand camera systems, audio lures, and vent management.