ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of the Quick Tinker Podcast, I reflect on my fascination with games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill—and why I realized it has very little to do with jump scares or monsters.
After a random conversation with AI while editing gameplay footage, I started unpacking something deeper: horror games mirror many of the ways I think about work, life, family, and problem-solving.
From limited resources and controlled pressure… to immersion, storytelling, and critical thinking… these games tap into skills and emotions that show up far beyond gaming.
In this episode, I talk about:
Why horror games help me mentally disconnect from work
The connection between gaming and transferable skills
Learning to navigate pressure with limited information
Why immersion and focus matter to me
How horror games relate to leadership, protection, and survival
The parallels between gaming, work, and personal growth
I also reflect on how these themes connect to my doctoral research around esports, workforce development, and video game design.
This episode is part gaming reflection, part mindset conversation, and part exploration into why certain experiences resonate with us more deeply than we realize.
Whether you're a gamer, educator, or just someone who’s ever wondered why you connect so strongly to certain hobbies—this one’s for you.
Let’s keep tinkering.
