Jon Richter
The Trouble With Remakes (including Final Fantasy VII)
This week I’ve been trying to force myself to play FFVII Remake... why am I forcing myself to do something that's supposed to be fun?
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Jon Richter
Apr 13, 202010 min read
What is Cyberpunk?
Cyberpunk is a sub-genre of science fiction that features advanced science and technology in an urban, dystopian future...
Jon Richter
Mar 30, 20207 min read
Why I Never Grew Out Of Watching Professional Wrestling
Like a lot of people, I used to love watching ‘the wrestling’ when I was younger, and was enthralled by the antics of the performers...
Jon Richter
Mar 9, 20209 min read
5 Horror Masterpieces That Have Influenced My Writing
I’m going to launch into five dark works (encompassing books, movies and video games) that have made a huge impact on me…
Jon Richter
Oct 4, 20193 min read
Scared Of The Rings: The daunting prospect of tackling the fantasy genre
If fantasy stories don't all have to contain armour-plated knights and fire-breathing dragons, then what does 'fantasy' even mean?
Jon Richter
Aug 23, 20191 min read
Dark Natter: Dark Fiction Dissected
In today's post, I'm delighted to announce the launch of my new podcast, Dark Natter!
Jon Richter
Aug 9, 20194 min read
Batman Forever: Five Reasons the Caped Crusader is the Greatest Superhero
He is the world’s greatest detective, the darkest of knights, and in my opinion he’ll always stand head and shoulders above the rest...
Jon Richter
Jun 6, 20195 min read
The Sad Demise of Silent Hill: 5 reasons I will always love that town
But the Silent Hill games were my favourite of them all. Each of the first four instalments was a horror masterpiece...
Jon Richter
May 24, 20194 min read
Five Reasons the Game Of Thrones Finale Flopped
Well, it's been five days, and the dust (and ash, and flakes of charred skin) is settling after the Game Of Thrones series finale. Some...
Jon Richter
May 20, 20193 min read
Why Everyone Should Watch Chernobyl
This week, HBO will air the third episode of its new five-part drama series, Chernobyl. I'll be watching intently...
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