Slender Multiplayer takes the classic Slender Man horror formula and adds other players. You're all exploring a dark map searching for pages while something stalks you. Having teammates makes it less terrifying at first—but then someone disappears and you realize sticking together might not save you.
The multiplayer aspect changes the dynamic. Solo Slender is pure tension. Multiplayer Slender is tension plus coordination. Do you split up to find pages faster? Or stay together for safety? Both strategies have downsides, which keeps matches unpredictable.
WASD to move, mouse to look around. Your flashlight helps you see but also makes you visible. Pages are scattered across the map. Find all of them to escape. Simple objective, terrifying execution.
The more pages you collect, the more aggressive the threat becomes. Early game you can explore relatively safely. Late game you're constantly checking over your shoulder. The escalating danger keeps pressure mounting throughout the match.
Communication is key if you're playing with voice chat. Call out page locations. Warn teammates when you see movement. Information sharing dramatically improves survival odds compared to everyone going silent.
Don't run everywhere. Sprinting drains stamina. Save it for when you actually need to escape. Walking conserves energy while still covering ground. And if you hear footsteps that aren't yours? Time to run.