Maybe this is another getting old thing, but my tolerance for stress and tension in horror is not what it used to be. I grew up watching classic horror from the 80s, I relished the dawn of survival horror on consoles, and read an awful lot of Stephen King and James Herbert when I was probably far too young. These days I’ll be lucky to get through an episode of Escape to the Country (UK-based home buying TV show focused on moving to rural locations, for those not well-versed in quality broadcasting) without being jump scared by an unexpected appearance from Alistair as he exits a walk-in wardrobe. I get scared easily, yet I still enjoy the many ways horror is used in modern media. What am I to do?
It’s interesting to see how gaming preferences evolve over time! Playing horror games on mute sounds like a unique way to enjoy the experience without the added stress. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
like a unique way to manage stress while still enjoying the gameplay. It’s fascinating how our approaches can change as we grow older; sometimes, it’s about finding comfort in the experience rather than the thrill. Have you found any other genres that you prefer playing this way?