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A '''screamer''', also known as a '''Jumpscare''' or '''scary pop-up''', is a type of [[game]], [[video]], [[website]], or [[program]] that aims to scare and startle viewers by tricking them into focusing on the screen before revealing a sudden and often frightening change. Most screamers use a combination of creepy or unsettling images and loud, sudden noises to create a sense of shock and fear in the viewer. For example, a screamer might appear to be a harmless video or game, but then suddenly flash a disturbing image of a face or creature accompanied by a loud scream to achieve their intended effect.<ref><nowiki>web.archive.org/web/20150924041030/http://www.geek.com/geek-cetera/what-you-dont-want-to-happen-when-you-computer-prank-someone-1295100/</nowiki></ref> Unlike horror films and professional horror games, screamers are designed to surprise the viewer, and may even include graphic and disturbing images that shock and traumatize the viewer, making them a type of [[shock site]]. | A '''screamer''', also known as a '''Jumpscare''' or '''scary pop-up''', is a type of [[Screamer#In_video_games|game]], [[videos|video]], [[website]], or [[Application|program]] that aims to scare and startle viewers by tricking them into focusing on the screen before revealing a sudden and often frightening change. Most screamers use a combination of creepy or unsettling images and loud, sudden noises to create a sense of shock and fear in the viewer. For example, a screamer might appear to be a harmless video or game, but then suddenly flash a disturbing image of a face or creature accompanied by a loud scream to achieve their intended effect.<ref><nowiki>web.archive.org/web/20150924041030/http://www.geek.com/geek-cetera/what-you-dont-want-to-happen-when-you-computer-prank-someone-1295100/</nowiki></ref> Unlike horror films and professional horror games, screamers are designed to surprise the viewer, and may even include graphic and disturbing images that shock and traumatize the viewer, making them a type of [[shock site]]. | ||
Screamers often rely on deception to work. They may use clever editing, false promises, or other tricks to convince viewers that they are watching something harmless or mundane. This is often done to make the eventual jump scare more effective, as the viewer is caught off guard and taken by surprise. Despite their popularity and notoriety, screamers remain a controversial and divisive form of internet content. These types of pranks are often spread through social media and messaging platforms and typically rely on the viewer being unaware of the content they are about to see. In some cases, screamers are used as a form of advertising, although this practice has been criticized for being uncommercial and upsetting to viewers. Many websites and online communities have implemented policies against screamers and similar content, citing concerns over the psychological impact on viewers, particularly those who may be vulnerable or have anxiety or other mental health issues. The most famous example of screamers are [[What's Wrong With This Picture?]], [[The Maze]] by [[Jeremy Winterrowd]] and more. | Screamers often rely on deception to work. They may use clever editing, false promises, or other tricks to convince viewers that they are watching something harmless or mundane. This is often done to make the eventual jump scare more effective, as the viewer is caught off guard and taken by surprise. Despite their popularity and notoriety, screamers remain a controversial and divisive form of internet content. These types of pranks are often spread through social media and messaging platforms and typically rely on the viewer being unaware of the content they are about to see. In some cases, screamers are used as a form of advertising, although this practice has been criticized for being uncommercial and upsetting to viewers. Many websites and online communities have implemented policies against screamers and similar content, citing concerns over the psychological impact on viewers, particularly those who may be vulnerable or have anxiety or other mental health issues. The most famous example of screamers are [[What's Wrong With This Picture?]], [[The Maze]] by [[Jeremy Winterrowd]] and more. | ||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
The "[[Wikipedia:bait-and-switch|bait-and-switch]]" technique of screamers is a popular feature of [[shock | The "[[Wikipedia:bait-and-switch|bait-and-switch]]" technique of screamers is a popular feature of [[shock site|shock websites]] and videos that are designed to startle or frighten viewers. Screamers typically begin with seemingly innocuous content before suddenly switching to a startling or frightening image accompanied by a loud, startling sound. This sudden change can be particularly effective because the viewer's attention is often focused on the innocuous content at the beginning, making the sudden change more unexpected and shocking. The bait-and-switch technique used in screamers takes advantage of the viewer's expectations and preconceptions by presenting seemingly normal or innocuous content, making them more susceptible to the sudden shock or scare. This technique is commonly used in horror movies and other media to create a sense of suspense and tension before revealing the scary or shocking moment. Screamers are a type of online prank or meme that typically take the form of a video, game, or other interactive media, with the viewer encouraged to focus intently on the screen or task at hand. The bait-and-switch technique is used to manipulate the viewer's expectations and create a sense of surprise or shock. By luring the viewer in with something peaceful, the screamer sets them up for the sudden and unexpected scare. The popularity of screamers peaked in the early 2000s, but they are still occasionally used as a form of online prank or meme. However, they have become an overused form of internet prank and many websites and social media platforms now prohibit their sharing. Additionally, the bait-and-switch technique used in screamers has been used for more malicious purposes, such as spreading malware or tricking viewers into sharing personal information. The bait-and-switch technique used in screamers is an extension of the broader internet phenomenon of [[wikipedia:clickbait|clickbait]], where sensational headlines are used to entice viewers to click on a link. These are several techniques of screamers documented in this article below. | ||
==History and origin== | ==History and origin== | ||
{{Main|Screamer Wiki:Throughout the Years}} | {{Main|Screamer Wiki:Throughout the Years}} | ||
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Screamers and shock sites, which originally took the form of chain emails, have since evolved into reaction videos where people record their responses to scary or shocking content. These videos have become popular on video-sharing platforms, such as YouTube, and are credited with starting the trend. One of the earliest screamers to gain popularity was What's Wrong With This Picture? in 2002, which was followed by the screamer reaction video of a boy named Justice playing The Maze in 2007. The popularity of screamer reactions on YouTube peaked in 2008 with the video created by nalts, which has accumulated over 43 million views to date.<ref><nowiki>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2R9YTXJeWE</nowiki></ref> The Maze's creator, [[Jeremy Winterrowd]], also held a contest called the ''[[Reaction videos#In screamers|Winterrowd Prank Contest]]'' where people could submit their reaction videos and the most voted submission would receive a prize. These screamers and their reaction videos have been parodied on television shows such as America's Funniest Home Videos and Saturday Night Live. | Screamers and shock sites, which originally took the form of chain emails, have since evolved into reaction videos where people record their responses to scary or shocking content. These videos have become popular on video-sharing platforms, such as YouTube, and are credited with starting the trend. One of the earliest screamers to gain popularity was What's Wrong With This Picture? in 2002, which was followed by the screamer reaction video of a boy named Justice playing The Maze in 2007. The popularity of screamer reactions on YouTube peaked in 2008 with the video created by nalts, which has accumulated over 43 million views to date.<ref><nowiki>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2R9YTXJeWE</nowiki></ref> The Maze's creator, [[Jeremy Winterrowd]], also held a contest called the ''[[Reaction videos#In screamers|Winterrowd Prank Contest]]'' where people could submit their reaction videos and the most voted submission would receive a prize. These screamers and their reaction videos have been parodied on television shows such as America's Funniest Home Videos and Saturday Night Live. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
*[[Shock | *[[Shock site]] | ||
==Further reading== | ==Further reading== | ||
*https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jump_scare | *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jump_scare | ||
