Zero Brightness 153: The Legend of Zelda Games Are Horror

Zero Brightness 153: The Legend of Zelda Games Are Horror

Author: Ecstattic Studio June 1, 2023 Duration: 1:42:37
Episode 153 is: a conversation with Ellie (You Don't Need Maps)about horror elements in just about every mainline Legend of Zelda game - a deep dive on 80s Dark Fantasy - a discussion of the series' influence on Action-RPGs and internet horror - a breakdown of the shocking similarities between Twilight Princess and My Chemical Romance

There's a particular chill that runs down your spine when the lights go out in a game, a mix of dread and exhilaration that's hard to find anywhere else. Zero Brightness-A Podcast About Horror Video Games from Ecstattic Studio lives in that space. We don't just review the latest jump-scare fests; we settle into the unsettling atmosphere of horror gaming, from classic survival titles to the indie experiments that linger in your mind long after you've quit to desktop. Each conversation is a deep dive into what makes these virtual worlds tick-the sound design that raises your heart rate, the environmental storytelling that builds unease, and the mechanics that make you feel truly vulnerable. You'll hear us dissect the narratives that haunt us, celebrate the artistry behind the terror, and occasionally laugh nervously at our own in-game failures. This podcast is for anyone who finds beauty in the pixelated darkness and wants to better understand why we're drawn to being scared in a controlled environment. Join us as we turn the volume up and the lights down, exploring every shadowy corner the genre has to offer.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Zero Brightness - A Podcast About Horror Video Games
Podcast Episodes
Ep. 116: Press X to Josh (Silent Hill: Homecoming) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:06
We grapple with Silent Hill: Homecoming, the fifth game in the series and the first mainline entry developed by a western studio - a game with lots of ideas but no clue how to tie them all together. We discuss searching…
Ep. 115: The New Resident Evil Movie is Actually Good [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:02
We watched Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - the latest attempt at translating the venerable survival horror franchise from small screen to big screen - and actually had a super good time. We talk lore and story c…
Ep. 114: The Wetness Mechanic (Fatal Frame 5) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:47:57
We talk about the recently re-released (and actually very, very good) Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water, an unfairly hated-on game that still has its fair share of problems. Justin joins to discuss the joys of camera co…
EP. 113: Playing PS2 Games in the Basement (A Halloween Special) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:08
Lucky episode 113 is a journey into the past as I invite you to join me on a Halloween Marathon of classic PS2 games and the Horror movies that seem to have inspired them. I'll be talking about and sharing views on Siren…
Ep. 111: "It's Really Hard, Bro" (Dark Souls) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:12:03
Photographer/Documentarian Tony joins for a discussion of the original Dark Souls, a classic game that stands as one of the most beloved and influential modern games despite being weird, obtuse, frequently janky and larg…
Ep. 110: Talking to an Activision Employee About Labor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:08
Ali interviews an anonymous Activision employee (and member of @ABetterABK) about the recent developments at said mega-publisher and the movement spearheaded by employees to obtain better working conditions. We also talk…
EP 109: Castlemania [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:06:53
Miguel of River Rats ( riverratsrock.bandcamp.com ) joins for a wide-ranging conversation about why Castlevania is the best video game series. We discuss the killer aesthetics and gameplay of many different entries in th…
Ep. 108: Eternal Drew-ness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:51
Writer/Producer Drew Janda guests to discuss his work in the games industry as well as why Eternal Darkness is one of the best games ever. We also discuss corny 90s rock music, writing lines for Bruce Campbell and the al…
Ep. 107: Bloodborne's Dad (Castlevania: Symphony of the Night) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:34
Michelle returns to talk about Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - the game that basically created the ecosystem that has allowed 2D and 3D Metroidvania games to flourish in the modern day. We talk about the huge influe…

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