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Paranormal Games: The Answer Man

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Hello, Paranormal Gamers, and welcome back to our series of the scariest, spookiest games in the world. We’ve covered some of the weirdest and strangest “games” so far from the more complex Three Kings Ritual to the relatively simple–though just as frightening–Cat Scratch Game, and today I’ll introduce you to The Answer Man.

Like so many of our paranormal games, this one is rumored to have begun in Japan, though I have been unable to find any evidence of that beyond hearsay. No Japanese sites I could find mention this game specifically nor anything like it really.

I think the association comes from films like Pulse and other similar “ghost in the machine” type tales we have seen from countries like Japan and Korea.

Either way, the “story” of The Answer Man is one of the strangest I’ve come across in this journey.

Reportedly, it is the spirit of a child who was born without a body, and so, throughout his afterlife, he has sought the things he lacked, taking body parts from those who do not play his game correctly.

Check out the supplies, rules and warnings for the The Answer Man below, and let us know if you’ve ever played in the comments!

The Answer Man: Supplies, Rules, and Warnings!

Supplies:

Image by Thomas B. from Pixabay

You need ten players for this game and ten cellphones. Easy enough, right? Almost…

I recommend you use cheap burner/prepaid phones for this purpose of this game. If you reach the Answer Man, you’re going to want to destroy the phone afterward and no one wants to destroy a phone that costs over $1000 because they managed to make contact with a supernatural entity.

Rules:

The rules for The Answer Man are also pretty easy to follow, but they must be followed to the letter.

All ten players must sit in a circle and at the appointed time, every player should call the player on their left, i.e. Play 1 calls Player 2 who calls Player 3, etc. This must be done in perfect unison.

Once you hit send, every player should hold their phone to their ear.

Everyone in the circle should either get a busy signal (do busy signals still exist?!) or go directly to voicemail, but if you’re successful one person should hear ringing and the Answer Man will respond to their call.

Whoever makes contact can ask the Answer Man any questions they wish. He will answer truthfully, so be sure you’re ready for an honest response. However, after each question you ask, the Answer Man will then pose a question to you, and you must answer just as honestly as he did.

If you are unable to answer or you answer his question falsely, it is said that a hand will emerge from the phone and attempt to tear a piece of your body off in order to add it to his own.

Creepy, right?

You can end this game whenever you want by simply hanging up, but if he asks you a questions before you have the chance to do so, you must answer.

Warnings:

As I said before, you must answer the Answer Man’s questions honestly and completely to avoid being harmed. You must also answer all questions. You can’t just hang up if you don’t like what he asks.

After you finish the game, destroy the phone where the Answer Man made contact. Don’t just throw it away. Remove the battery and take a hammer to the thing. Destroy it completely and then get rid of the pieces.

 

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

Arcadian Movie Trailer

The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

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Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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