Rushil Desai

What if I told you games have been playing you?

Ears Can See explores the fascinating intersection of psychology and audio engineering in video games, revealing how developers use principles like classical conditioning, operant reinforcement, and spatial audio to create seamless, immersive experiences. From the cheerful melodies of Stardew Valley to the anxiety-inducing noise of horror games, we’ll uncover how sound operates as the “invisible d

How do games condition you to think or feel? Why does Sonic the Hedgehog music feel fast? Why does boss music stress you out? Why do game companies hire psychologists? What makes horror games scary?