Jump Scares Are Boring: One Trick's Approach to Building Atmosphere in Horror Games

How do you create that creeping feeling of unease, or the intense fear that makes the player hold their breath? In this game design session, participants will get an introduction to how atmosphere and tension are built in horror games – from visuals and sound environments to storytelling and game mechanics.

One Trick Entertainment shares their experience and shows how different parts of a game work together to create a holistic experience that truly sticks with you. The session requires no prior knowledge, just an interest in games and horror.

Oskari Pelli (Art Director) and Esko Maijala (CEO) are the founders of One Trick Entertainment (OTE), an award-winning Finnish game studio inspired by the golden age of gaming. OTE focuses on creating high-quality titles for PC and console, with a particular emphasis on horror and horror-comedy.

The session is free and without prior registration!
The session is in English.

Afterwards, you have the chance to try it yourself in a practical workshop – “Speedrun: The Essentials of Making a Game” (pre-registration is required).
You can find more information about the workshop and a link to registration on the page: Horror Convention - Skellefteå Municipality