S.E.E.S.

September 24, 2024

Silent Hill Indexing Project

One of my favorite Twitter accounts is the Rural Indexing Project, an initiative dedicated to cataloguing architectural and semiological trends in rural America. Not to be “that guy,” but I feel that these spaces, usually devoid of people, occupy a liminal space that’s really compelling. Many of these businesses and residential buildings are at risk Continue reading

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About Me

My name is Stephen Hero. I’m a 36-year-old teacher (English) and podcaster (Giant Robot FM). As I journey into middle age, I’ve come to realize that the games and genres that used to be my ride-or dies (1st party Nintendo games, open-world sandboxes, sprawling JRPGS) either a) don’t hit like they used to or b) no longer fit into my busy life. More than ever I feel put off by the triple AAA space, drawn instead to “retro” experiences, games that prioritize atmosphere and gameplay over storytelling and spectacle.

There are three genres—survival horror, dungeon crawlers and strategy rpgs—that I feel meet my desire for shorter, more mechanically satisfying experiences. That’s where S.E.E.S. comes in, to chronicle my nightly excursions. Plus, I miss short-form blogging. And the idea of playing certain games at certain times of the year, aligning my gaming schedule with the academic calendar, tickles me. Routines are nice.

Silent Hill Indexing Project