Balloon Boy, often called BB, debuted as a toy animatronic in Five Nights at Freddy's 2, released in 2014, where his cheerful appearance contrasts sharply with his role in disabling the player's flashlight and making later nights harder. His short greetings became memorable because they signalled that he was nearby, and clips of them spread through gameplay videos, fan edits and soundboards. Unlike a full FNAF jumpscare scream, this hello works as a quieter warning sign, which is why creators still use it to build dread before a scare.