Avatar Creation and Video Game Enjoyment

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 171-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sabine Trepte ◽  
Leonard Reinecke
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Personality Factors ◽  
Independent Source ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Competitive Games ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Personality Features

Based on the model of complex entertainment experiences ( Vorderer, Klimmt, & Ritterfeld, 2004 ), the competitiveness of a computer game (media prerequisite) and the individual life satisfaction (user prerequisite) are hypothesized to influence game enjoyment. Avatar-player similarity was hypothesized to determine identification with the avatar, which in turn was suggested to enhance the enjoyment experience. In a quasi-experimental study, (N = 666) participants were asked to choose the personality features of an avatar for six different game scenarios. The results demonstrate that the games’ competitiveness as well as the participants’ life satisfaction influenced avatar choice and identification. In noncompetitive games, similar avatars were created, whereas in competitive games, dissimilar avatars were created. Participants who were well satisfied with their lives created avatars that resemble themselves in terms of personality factors, whereas dissatisfied users created dissimilar avatars. Player-avatar similarity was positively related to identification. This correlation was significantly stronger for noncompetitive games. Identification with the avatar was strongly related to game enjoyment. When controlling for the influence of identification on enjoyment, player-avatar similarity was negatively related to enjoyment, suggesting that identity play can be an independent source of enjoyment in computer games.

The Term «Computer Game»: The Experience of an Interdisciplinary Analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.A. Vasiliev ◽  
◽  
Yu.V. Pechatnova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Social Evolution ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Legal Regulation ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Legal Analysis ◽  
New Variety

The article is devoted to a comprehensive interdisciplinary study of the term «game» and its relatively new variety – computer game. The need to use an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the term is explained by the versatility and multi-aspect nature of the phenomenon under study. The article reveals the meaning of the concept «game» in the philosophical, aesthetic, historical, cultural, linguistic, psychological, technological and legal dimensions. The research methodology includes historical, systematic methods, as well as the method of formal legal analysis. The author emphasizes the influence of the development of forms of game activity on the development of social evolution, as well as the interaction of the game and the achievements of scientific and technological progress. The relevance of studying the term «computer game» lies in the fact that computer games have become the most popular type of gaming activity and the most profitable commercial product on the modern market. In this regard, terminological certainty is necessary due to the economic feasibility and effective legal regulation of the development, implementation and use of computer games. The authors propose to identify the main features of the concept «game», in general, and the specific features of the term «computer game», in particular. Based on the set of features, the author's definition of the concept «computer game» is proposed. In order to distinguish the studied concept from related categories, the analysis of the terms «electronic game» and «video game» is carried out. In conclusion, the authors assess the approaches to the legal regulation of computer games from the point of view of domestic legislation. As a result of the analysis of the possibility of attributing a computer game to a variety of programs for electronic computers or a variety of multimedia products, the choice was made in favor of the latter. Thus, at present, in order to solve legal problems related to the development and use of a computer game, the authors propose the application of the law analogy.

Does Computer Game Experience Influence Visual Scenario Assessment of Urban Recreational Paths?

2010 ◽  
pp. 103-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arne Arnberger ◽  
Thomas Reichhart
Keyword(s):  
Computer Games ◽  
Computer Animation ◽  
Choice Model ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Presentation Mode ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Computer Gaming ◽  
Scenario Assessment ◽  
Direction Of Movement ◽  
The Individual

During the past decades, computer visualizations have been frequently used in urban e-Planning and research. The question arises of whether the degree of experience with the computer during leisure time can have an influence on the assessment of computer-visualized outdoor environment scenarios using visualizations comparable to computer games. We used a computer-animated choice model to investigate the influence of computer game experience on respondents’ preferences for an urban recreational trail. Static and animated representations of use scenarios were produced with 3-D computer animation techniques. Three social factors were investigated: number of trail users, user composition, and direction of movement: The scenarios were presented to respondents (N = 149), segmented into groups with different computer game experience. The results indicate that the individual experience with computer gaming and the presentation mode influences the evaluation of trail scenarios. Animated trail scenarios seem to be more useful than static ones.

Teaching Russian-English translation with computer games

2021 ◽  
pp. 7-14
Author(s):  
Peter J. Mitchell ◽  
Roman D. Lopatin ◽  
Egor V. Trusov
Keyword(s):  
Video Game ◽  
Education System ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Higher Education System ◽  
Film And Television ◽  
World Heritage List ◽  
Market Volume

Nowadays, computer games occupy a large share of the entertainment industry market: according to data for 2019, the market volume was $ 152.1 billion (for comparison, the market volume in 2018 was $ 137.9 billion). The growing popularity of the industry led to the inclusion of computer games in 2005 on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and in 2003 – to the establishment of a video game award by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. Computer games are increasingly penetrating our lives, and thus follows the language of “gamers”, exerting an increas-ing influence on the normative language. Computer games are a vast topic for research and study, especially in terms of language and teaching. Teaching translation in the modern world should in-clude a comprehensive preparation of future specialists for work. In the current education system of the Russian Federation, there is no professional training of translators for the localization of computer games, therefore, translators who wish to work in this area need to undergo additional training outside the higher education system. This brings to the fore the issue of needing to identify the features of the translation process and localization of computer games in order to improve the quality of teaching translation. We consider the features of translation and localization from English into Russian based on the texts of the computer game “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt”.

scholarly journals Commercial Off-The-Shelves Video Games for Reducing Stress and Anxiety: A PRISMA Systematic Review (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Federica Pallavicini ◽  
Alessandro Pepe ◽  
Fabrizia Mantovani
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Custom Made ◽  
Reducing Stress

BACKGROUND Using commercial off-the-shelves video games rather than custom-made computer games could have several advantages for treating stress and anxiety, thanks to their low-cost, advanced graphics, and the possibility to reach millions of individuals worldwide. However, it is important to emphasize not all commercial video games are equal, and their effects strongly depend on specific characteristics of the game itself, such as its genre. OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to describe the literature on the use of commercial off-the-shelves video games for diminishing stress and anxiety. METHODS A systematic search of the literature was performed following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines. Databases used in the search were PsycINFO, Web of Science, and Medline. The search string was: [(“Video Game*” OR "Computer Game*")] AND [(“stress”) OR ("anxiety") OR ("relaxation”)] AND ["study" OR ("trial") OR ("treatment")]. RESULTS N=25 studies met inclusion criteria during the period 2006 – 2021. Findings show the benefit of commercial off-the-shelves video games for reducing stress in children, adults, and older adults. The majority of the retrieved studies recruited young adults. Fewer studies have involved children, middle-aged adults, and older adults. In addition to exergames and casual video games, other genres of commercial off-the-shelves games were useful for reducing stress and anxiety. CONCLUSIONS Efficacy in reducing stress level and anxiety has been demonstrated not only for exergames and casual video games but also for other genres, such as action games, action-adventure games, and augmented reality games. Various gaming platforms, including consoles, PCs, smartphones, mobile consoles, and virtual reality systems, have been used with positive results. Finally, even single and short sessions of play resulted in being effective in reducing stress and anxiety.

From the “Damsel in Distress” to Girls' Games and Beyond

2014 ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyson E. King ◽  
Aziz Douai
Keyword(s):  
Video Games ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Gender Stereotypes ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Historical Context ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Computer Gaming ◽  
Gaming Industry ◽  
Method Analysis

In this chapter, the authors critically assess the gendered nature of the products developed by the computer gaming industry. The chapter takes a historiographical approach to examining the nature of children's video and computer games as a type of toy that immerses children into current gender stereotypes even as they hold the potential for social change. New ways of bridging the gap between stereotypes and change is explored through a virtual world for children. In addition to an introductory section, the chapter is organized in three main sections: First, the authors place existing computer and video games into a broad and historical context. Second, the chapter takes into consideration feminist critiques of video games for adults. Third, the authors analyze the case of WebkinzWorld, a toy-based social-networking portal offering less gendered video game environments for kids. The authors argue that this mixed method analysis is important not only for computer game designers and marketers who aim to appeal to broad demographics, but also for educators, parents, and caregivers who need to understand the underlying or hidden messages of games for children.

From the “Damsel in Distress” to Girls' Games and Beyond

Gamification ◽  
2015 ◽  
pp. 2005-2021
Author(s):  
Alyson E. King ◽  
Aziz Douai
Keyword(s):  
Video Games ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Gender Stereotypes ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Historical Context ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Computer Gaming ◽  
Gaming Industry ◽  
Method Analysis

In this chapter, the authors critically assess the gendered nature of the products developed by the computer gaming industry. The chapter takes a historiographical approach to examining the nature of children's video and computer games as a type of toy that immerses children into current gender stereotypes even as they hold the potential for social change. New ways of bridging the gap between stereotypes and change is explored through a virtual world for children. In addition to an introductory section, the chapter is organized in three main sections: First, the authors place existing computer and video games into a broad and historical context. Second, the chapter takes into consideration feminist critiques of video games for adults. Third, the authors analyze the case of WebkinzWorld, a toy-based social-networking portal offering less gendered video game environments for kids. The authors argue that this mixed method analysis is important not only for computer game designers and marketers who aim to appeal to broad demographics, but also for educators, parents, and caregivers who need to understand the underlying or hidden messages of games for children.

scholarly journals Teaching Time Concepts to Children with Intellectual Disability through Computer Game Based Learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 265-274
Author(s):  
Ayesha Wajihullah ◽  
Samina Ashraf ◽  
Shaista Majid
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Instructional Strategy ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Game Based Learning ◽  
Time Concepts ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Teaching Time ◽  
Children With Intellectual Disability

Computer games based learning is considered as most effective teaching techniques now days including for the children with intellectual disability (CWID).  This type of instructional strategy has the potential to address the challenges of learning abstract concepts and their manipulation.  The purpose of the present study was to determine the efficacy of computer game based learning for teaching time concepts to CWID.  Population of the study comprised of CWID studying in the special schools of Lahore city.  Participants included 30 children whose functioning levels ranged from IQ 55 to IQ 60 with mental age of 3 to 5 years.  The chronological age range of these children was between 08 to16 years. An inclusion criterion was devised for the selection of sample of 30 CWID.   The study followed the quasi experimental research design.  30 children were randomly divided into two groups.  Curriculum based test was used as an instrument of the study.  An online computer game of time concept after validation was used for intervention. Total 10 sessions were given to teach the time concept in two weeks.  Results showed that computer games based instruction have contributed to learn time concept in these children. The results of the study recommended the use of the computer game based learning as instructional technique to teach the time concept to CWID.  Limitations of the study and future research implications are discussed.

scholarly journals Impact of Employee Stock Ownership Plans on Productivity in Video Game Companies

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 1235-1254
Author(s):  
Rafał Łabędzki ◽  
Przemysław Gadomski ◽  
Paweł Multaniak
Keyword(s):  
Video Game ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Employee Motivation ◽  
Stock Option ◽  
Psychological Ownership ◽  
Success Factor ◽  
Employee Productivity ◽  
Employee Stock Option

The article deals with the importance of ESOPs (employee stock option plan) for the motivation of key employees of companies producing and publishing computer games. The conducted literature review led to the identification of a motivation model that explains how ESOPs can affect the motivation of employees in this industry. An analysis of the available studies on the importance of ESOPs for employee motivation revealed the existence of at least one key success factor of ESOPs—psychological ownership. The empirical study includes an ESOP analysis of five computer game companies listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange in terms of changes in the dynamics of employee productivity caused by an ESOP. One of the most important discoveries is the relationship between productivity and the structure of the ESOP, in particular the percentage of company shares that were offered to its participants.

In a Working Mood?

2008 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonard Reinecke ◽  
Sabine Trepte
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Task ◽  
Prior Experience ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Mood Management ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Personal Media ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Subsequent Task

Abstract. This quasi-experimental study examined the effects of exposure to a computer game on arousal and subsequent task performance. After inducing a state of low arousal, participants were assigned to experimental or control conditions via self-selection. Members of the experimental group played a computer game for five minutes; subjects in the control group spent the same amount of time awaiting further instructions. Participants who were exposed to the computer game showed significantly higher levels of arousal and performed significantly better on a subsequent cognitive task. The pattern of results was not influenced by the participants' prior experience with the game. The findings indicate that mood-management processes associated with personal media use at the workplace go beyond the alteration of arousal and affect subsequent cognitive performance.

A Cooperative Computer Game for Public Efficiency Development

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 4760-4766
Author(s):  
Sachchida Nand Prasad
Keyword(s):  
Group Therapy ◽  
Group Work ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Design Interfaces ◽  
Design Case Study ◽  
Effective Group ◽  
Public Group

This paper presents a design case study of SIDES: Design Interfaces to Develop Effective Public Efficiency. SIDES is a tool designed to help adolescents in Public group therapy, specifically individuals with Asperser’s Syndrome, practice effective group work efficiency using a four-player cooperative computer game that runs on computer games technology. We are represent the design process and evaluation of SIDES conducted over a period of six months with a middle school Public group therapy class. Our findings indicate that   computer games   are a motivating and supported tool for effective group work among. My target population and reveal different design lessons to inform the development of similar systems.

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