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Unpacking Horror: Building Tension and Jump Scares #shorts

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It's not the jump scares that get you, it's the slow burn. Horror games build and release tension, delaying the climax to unsettle the player and create a false sense of security. #HorrorGames #JumpScare #GameDesign #PsychologicalHorror
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