Mechs and Minds
Understanding the Psychological Appeal of Mechs in Pop Culture
Summer 2024
Mechs—those colossal, mechanized exoskeletons—have been capturing the hearts of geeks and dreamers for nearly a century. They’ve become icons in the realms of comics, anime, video games, films, and even tabletop games. But these towering giants of metal and might aren’t just about cool tech; they’re powerful symbols of our deepest cravings for power-ups, control, and even transcending our human limits.
Read the full article, as we geek out over our fascination with mechs.
Team
Creative Director: Khalid ‘Dreams’ M
Art Director: Jules ‘Heart’ L
Illustrators: Mark ‘Quest’ G, Sang ‘Kindness’ T