Fear Loading

Why do we voluntarily subject ourselves to high-stress situations like Silent Hill or Amnesia? Gaming psychologist Rachel O'Connor explores the "e;Paradox of Horror"e; in "e;Fear Loading."e; Unlike movies, where you can look away, games force you to walk towards the monster to progress. O'Connor breaks down the mechanics of fear: the "e;Jump Scare"e; (startle response), "e;Dread"e; (anticipation...