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Horror Devs Say Fear Stops Players From Looking Closer

Original: Horror Devs Think You're Too Scared To Examine Their Games More Deeply

Horror game developers argue that players are too frightened to examine their games closely, according to a new piece from games outlet Aftermath. The claim suggests fear itself may mask the deeper design work in horror titles, with devs suggesting players rush past details that reward closer analysis. The argument is sparking debate among horror fans and critics about how these games are actually played and studied.

Why now: A games publication has just published a provocative take on how players engage with horror games.

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• Horror Devs Think You're Too Scared To Examine Their Games More Deeply · Aftermath

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