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2018

Games

Bendy is a fictional cartoon character and the central figure in the horror video game Bendy and the Ink Machine, created by TheMeatly Games.

He is designed as a classic, cheerful-looking cartoon devil reminiscent of 1920s animation styles, particularly Fleischer Studios cartoons. Bendy's appearance includes a wide, toothy grin, pie-cut eyes, and small horns, all rendered in black and white. He wears a white bow tie and gloves.

Within the game's narrative, Bendy is a creation of Joey Drew Studios, brought to life (or un-life) through a mysterious and possibly occult ink machine. He exists in two primary forms: his original, intended cartoon depiction and a monstrous, corrupted form known as Ink Bendy or Beast Bendy.

The corrupted form pursues the player, Henry Stein, throughout the game. Bendy symbolizes the dangers of unchecked ambition and the potential horrors lurking beneath the surface of seemingly innocent childhood entertainment. His popularity has expanded beyond the game, leading to merchandise, spin-offs, and appearances in other media.