Jon Richter
Why Quake is still alive and kicking (and screaming, and blasting you with rockets) 25 years later
A discussion of why Quake is still a revered classic, and why its 25th anniversary Remastered edition is an essential purchase for gamers.
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Jon Richter
Apr 26, 202012 min read
Pathologic 2: The First Truly Literary Video Game?
Within a couple of hours, I realised that the game is incredible, and is also the best-written, most truly literary game I have ever played.
Jon Richter
Mar 23, 202010 min read
Why I Can't Wait For Elden Ring, And Why From Software Are Making The World's Best Video Games
The Soulsborne games are certain to go down as revered cornerstones of the video gaming medium in years to come.
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
Mar 2, 20209 min read
Two More Unsolved Mysteries: Lord Lucan & Spring-Heeled Jack
Join me as we delve into two more of the world’s most famous unsolved mysteries…
Jon Richter
Dec 13, 20195 min read
More Disturbing Unsolved Mysteries
Today, I thought I’d bring you two more deeply unnerving unexplained incidents... to whet your appetite for some amateur sleuthing.
Jon Richter
Nov 29, 20193 min read
Why Short Stories Are Great... For Readers And For Writers!
Given that a lot of people do much of their reading on the commute to and from work, the short story format is absolutely perfect...
Jon Richter
Nov 1, 20191 min read
Jon Richter's Disturbing Works (Volume Two) - my new short horror collection
I'm very proud, excited and nervous to announce the release of my latest book: Jon Richter's Disturbing Works (Volume Two)!
Jon Richter
Sep 21, 20191 min read
Disturbing Works Volume Two: another collection of short, dark tales with a twist
In today's post, I'm thrilled to reveal the front cover of my latest project: Disturbing Works (Volume Two)!
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
Jul 26, 20197 min read
3 Chilling Unsolved Mysteries
For today’s post, I wanted to share with you three unsolved and utterly haunting mysteries that I've stumbled upon in recent years.
Jon Richter
Jun 14, 20193 min read
5 Great Podcasts For Fans of Dark Fiction
As a dark fiction writer/fanatic, I'm always on the listen-out for the best macabre stories, so if you like your audio creepy...
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 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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