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The Crossroads Experiment
CategoriesHorror Game Design Supernatural Systems & Rituals in Game Design

The Crossroads Experiment

Posted on29 March 202529 March 2025

Through my recent work in supernatural horror game design, it has increasingly become apparent to me that, if translating the … Continue ReadingThe Crossroads Experiment

The Future of Horror Gaming – BAFTSS Horror SIG Panel
CategoriesHorror Cinematography and Design Horror Game Design

The Future of Horror Gaming – BAFTSS Horror SIG Panel

Posted on31 January 202530 January 2025

This week, I had the honour of chairing a panel discussion for the British Association of Film, Television, and Screen … Continue ReadingThe Future of Horror Gaming – BAFTSS Horror SIG Panel

Transforming Everyday Objects into Horror
CategoriesHorror Game Analysis Horror Game Design

Transforming Everyday Objects into Horror

Posted on8 November 202422 January 2025

In horror game design, the familiar can become the unexpected, as everyday when items are subtly twisted or used out … Continue ReadingTransforming Everyday Objects into Horror

Top 5 Horror Game Mechanics Every Designer Should Know
CategoriesDesign

Top 5 Horror Game Mechanics Every Designer Should Know

Posted on18 October 202422 January 2025

In the world of horror games, mechanics are the building blocks that create tension, fear, and a sense of unease … Continue ReadingTop 5 Horror Game Mechanics Every Designer Should Know

Horror Game Science
CategoriesHorror Game Science

Horror Game Science

Posted on27 September 202422 January 2025

Even though we have only been talking about the genre on this blog for 3 weeks now, I think we … Continue ReadingHorror Game Science

The Haunting Evolution of Horror Games
CategoriesHorror Game History

The Haunting Evolution of Horror Games

Posted on20 September 202422 January 2025

Horror games have long grabbed the attention of  players with the mix of fear and fascination that they generate, in … Continue ReadingThe Haunting Evolution of Horror Games

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