Do you think being able to overcome the fear of playing scary games could help me control my anxiety? I really want to play Resident Evil 7 but Ive heard plenty of people without anxiety issues have found it the most tense and nerve wracking video game they've played.

As unreasonable as it sounds, I am very scared that I could get a heart attack from playing the game. Even if im a healthy young man my health anxiety is definitely telling me I might get a heart attack or worsened anxiety from the jumpscares. 

Ive played several games that have made me tense and some with a few jumpscares but nothing really on the level as RE7.




I was wondering, maybe if I somehow force myself to complete the game then maybe Ill have some newfound confidence and a bit more control of my anxiety. The only thing really stopping me is that I could have a heart attack or panic attack in the process and that my increased anxiety might carry over during the day if that makes sense.

Any advice/thoughts? Thank you.