In Poppy Playtime Chapter 3, "Smiling Critters" are introduced as a new type of antagonistic creature within the toy factory. Unlike the previous chapters' more grotesque or menacing figures, these critters have an unnervingly cheerful appearance, featuring wide, unsettling grins. Their playful design contrasts sharply with their sinister nature, making them even more disturbing as they lurk in the shadows of the factory,