Happy Manic is a Raleigh, NC-based studio with over 25 years of experience crafting immersive VR, MR, and PC gaming experiences that blend suspense, humor, and heart.
An exhilarating VR adventure featuring 10 intense experiences across three core phobias — clowns, spiders, and dizzying heights — each with escalating intensity. Too much? Hit the NOPE button to escape to a calming Breather Space.
"Brilliant to watch people play it. Just had my boys on the hardest climbing level. No spoilers but he was screaming on there. Was worth getting it for just that."
"This game was absolutely amazing. I didn't think I had any of these fears but the clown portions were scary. So much fun. For the price it's a really good purchase even if you don't have any of these fears. Definitely worth a try."
"This game was a really fun game. With my fear of spiders, the third level was really scary for me — all of them jumping on me! I also loved the elements they took from FNAF Help Wanted."
"In my opinion the scariest game you can get for this price and it is very well done."
"Face towering heights, creepy crawlies, and robotic murder clowns as you challenge your fears."
— Available now on Meta Quest
Happy Manic LLC is an independent game development studio founded by Joe Halper, a veteran game developer with over 25 years of experience shipping titles across PC, console, VR, and simulation platforms.
From blockbuster franchises to cutting-edge VR experiences, our team brings deep expertise in game design, production, and immersive technology. We believe games should surprise, challenge, and connect with players on an emotional level.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Happy Manic continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in virtual and mixed reality gaming.
Featured game profile covering platforms, genre, and release details for NOPE CHALLENGE.
Read on IGNFeature coverage and GDC 2024 interview with Creative Director Joe Halper on the game's design and VR immersion.
Read on UploadVRFeatured in the Upload VR Showcase Winter 2023 with an official trailer reveal.
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