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Fear and Enjoyment: Exploring the Appeal of Being Scared in Games

The speakers discuss the meaning of fear and its experience, both in real life and in the context of games. They delve into the concepts of fear on behalf of others, the enjoyment of feeling fear, and the different ways in which games can elicit fear. The chapter explores the appeal of being scared in games and how it offers a safe space to explore situations with less agency.

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