scholarly journals The association of typography with form and content in digital games

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seza Soyluçiçek
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Game Design ◽  
Digital Games ◽  
Concept Design ◽  
Environment Design ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Printed Media ◽  
Correct Usage ◽  
Selection Of

The aim of this study is to define the correct usage of the connection between the typographic elements in digital games and the form and content of game concept. In this work, the points to take into consideration while utilizing this connection correctly and the effective usage of typographic elements with game graphics will be scrutinized. Along with the character, object and environment design that is composed of the story and concept design which underlies the game design, the selection of the typeface in games is also one of the points to be considered. The typographic elements are substantial design elements of a game design along with the character, environment and level design. The typographic elements of a game are helpful to enable the connection between the user and the game and to direct the user in the game. In this sense, from the game's opening scene, the selection of typefaces that are used in logos, menus, and directions increases in importance. Moreover, in both visual and technical manners the usage of typography in games brings different approaches compared to the ones used in the printed media. To illuminate these topics, successful game examples will be analyzed. The selection of typefaces used in the examples will be looked at from the point of subject, concept and audience and the principles of the correct usage of typography will be mentioned. Along with these, the rareness of the resources about the usage of typography in game design raises the importance of this work.Keywords: Game design, typography, type face, user interface design.

scholarly journals The Effects of Using a Hypertext Tool for Selecting Design Guidelines

1992 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 428-432 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey A. Fox
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
User Interface Design ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Complex Task ◽  
Additional Time ◽  
Time Saving ◽  
Selection Of

Designing a User-System Interface (USI) is a complex task that has been approached in many ways. One approach has been to use USI design guidelines to help improve the quality and consistency of USIs. To be effective, a general set of guidelines must be tailored to a specific application. This study investigated the effects of using a hypertext design aid (DRUID, Dynamic Rules for User Interface Design) for the selection of USI guidelines by both experienced and novice guideline users. Results indicate that, in general, the participants performed their tasks as well with DRUID as with the book. However, the participants accessed the material differently for each medium and they selected more guidelines that were relevant when using the paper book. Subjectively, the software was preferred because it provided assistance in the selection process and provided additional time-saving design aids not available in the book.

scholarly journals A guide to improving the e-commerce user interface design

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Alveen Singh
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
South African ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Test Cases ◽  
Independent Research ◽  
Research Institution ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
Selection Of

This study examines the efficiency, ease of use and ease of understanding of user interface designs implemented in current e-commerce websites. Four South African based e-commerce websites formed the test cases of this study. Selection of the test cases was based on the results and conclusions of previous surveys conducted by an independent research institution. The outcome of that survey identified the most popular e-commerce websites among South African internet users.

Interface Designs Model of Location-Aware Mobile Commerce for Songket

2014 ◽  
Vol 68 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mardhiah Ibrahim ◽  
Tengku Siti Meriam Tengku Wook ◽  
Norleyza Jailani
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
Mental Model ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
User Interface Design ◽  
Comparison Method ◽  
Mobile Commerce ◽  
Comparison Analysis ◽  
Localization Technique ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Location Aware

This paper centers on research of the user interface design of mobile commerce (m-commerce) focusing on the location of the songket business. The research is based on a comparison method between interfaces of location-aware m-commerce with different domains. The goal is to analyze the aspect of m-commerce interface design that has already been accepted by the user. 7C’s interface design elements have been selected as the guideline of the analysis. The comparison analysis of localization technique showed that four out of the seven elements are suitable for the guideline; namely Context, Customization, Communication and Connection.  Research proved A-GPS technique suitable for application of songket localization. The outcome of the research is the user interface of location aware m-commerce based on multi user mental model specific to songket localization using A-GPS technique.

scholarly journals INTERDISCIPLINARITY IN DESIGN AS A CHALLENGE FOR PROFESSIONALISM - AN EXAMPLE OF INTERFACE DESIGN

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 808
Author(s):  
Aina Strode ◽  
Margarita Romančenko
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Game Design ◽  
User Interface Design ◽  
Educational Opportunities ◽  
Experience Design ◽  
User Experience Design ◽  
Study Programs

The need for diverse knowledge and skills in the work of a designer is a problem in vocational education, which mainly focuses on the artistic aspect of design. The aim of this article is to analyze the specifics of User Interface Design, its relation to User Experience Design, to determine the User Interface designer professional skills and how to acquire them. Research methods – theoretical: literature research; empirical – questionnaire. Exploring educational opportunities in Experience Design and User Interface Design demonstrates the need for Video game Interface study programs, particularly in the Latvian context. As the curriculum is traditionally designed for narrowly focused specialization, it would be appropriate to develop study modules for User Interface Design that include acquiring both graphics, game design and programming skills. The results of the video game developer survey demonstrate the role of practice in improving professional experience. 

scholarly journals UI/UX Design for Metora: A Gamification of Learning Journalism Interviewing Method

2020 ◽  
Vol 188 ◽  
pp. 00008
Author(s):  
Friskila Enggar Pamudyaningrum ◽  
Hestiasari Rante ◽  
Muhammad Agus Zainuddin ◽  
Michael Lund
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
User Experience ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Game Design ◽  
Educational Games ◽  
Visual Media ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
Effective Media ◽  
Feedback Content ◽  
Modern Era

In learning, effective media is needed to deliver the material. Visual media can be more acceptable and facilitate understanding and strengthen memory. In this modern era, digital-based visual media is more effectively captured by students. Educational games in the form of gamification can provide the same effect as effective learning media. To support educational games, interface design and user experience are the first aspects seen by users. This study explored the user interface and user experience in the process of developing a gamification of a non-game subject, Journalism Interviewing Method. User interface includes colour, shape and layout the interface. User experience in game design process includes the tangible user interface, constructive and helpful feedback, content and storytelling, how to appreciate user. This study explored the user interface and user experience in the process of developing a gamification of a non-game subject, Journalism Interviewing Method.

scholarly journals An Analysis of Game Design Elements Used in Digital Game-Based Language Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 6679
Author(s):  
Terence Govender ◽  
Joan Arnedo-Moreno
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Game Design ◽  
Design Patterns ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Digital Games ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Digital Game ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Game Elements

Considerable changes have occurred in language learning with the introduction of gameful approaches in the classroom and the increase in the popularity of language applications like Duolingo. A review of existing studies on such approaches to language learning shows that gamification tends to be the most popular approach. However, this popularity has been achieved at the expense of other gameful approaches, such as the use of digital games. To gain a clearer picture of the developments and gaps in the digital game-based learning research, this paper examines and categorizes observations about game elements used in published papers (n = 114) where serious and digital games were tested in language education settings. Game element analysis reveals that (1) the most frequently occurring elements in digital game-based language learning (DGBLL) are feedback, theme, points, narrative, and levels; (2) even though there was significant variance in the number of elements observed in DGBLL, both the bespoke and off-the-shelf games show similar high-frequency elements; (3) DGBLL has been applied to vocabulary acquisition and retention in many cases, but lacks implementation and testing in input and output language skills; (4) although there is some consensus on the most frequent elements, the design patterns of common elements according to age group and target language skill show considerable variance; (5) more research is needed on less common design elements that have shown promise in encouraging language acquisition. The synthesis of information from the collected papers contributes to knowledge regarding DGBLL application design and will help formulate guidelines and detect efficacy patterns as the field continues to grow.

scholarly journals Environmental Game Design as Activism // El diseño del juego medioambiental como activismo

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-102
Author(s):  
Lauren Woolbright
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Effective Action ◽  
Game Design ◽  
Dynamic Game ◽  
Digital Games ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Change Characteristics ◽  
Video Game Design ◽  
Communication Challenge

      The disconnect between climate activists and their skeptical audience is a multipart communication challenge of representing the unrepresentable. Even if we accept climate change as reality, enormous barriers stand between humans and effective action, the first being a crisis of imagination: climate change is too big for representation, scholars such as Morton (2013) and Marshall (2014) have argued. This paper examines games that have taken climate-related themes into account and analyzes them in search of resonant design elements that might work to communicate about climate change. Focusing particularly on two independent games that stand out as climate change fiction (cli-fi), Little Inferno and The Flame in the Flood, this paper highlights the narrative and representational capabilities of digital games to facilitate engaging, educational, emotional environmental experiences. Rather than focusing on doomsday, as cli-fi tends to do, there may be more effective ways to explore climate change solutions. Some of the video game design principles that could be manipulated to this end include: nonhuman avatars; dynamic game environments that impact player-characters; mechanics that reflect climate change characteristics; and reliance on player ethics. If game design can persuasively communicate about climate change and encourage players to innovate solutions, games may have the potential to turn play into activism.Resumen      La desconexión entre los activistas climáticos y su audiencia escéptica es un reto multiparte de comunicación para representar lo irrepresentable. Incluso si aceptamos el cambio climático como una realidad, existen enormes barreras entre los humanos y la acción efectiva: la primera es una crisis de la imaginación ya que el cambio climático es demasiado grande para su representación, tal y como argumentan académicos como Morton (2013) y Marshall (2014). Este ensayo analiza juegos que han tenido en cuenta temas relacionados con el clima y los analiza en búsqueda de elementos de diseño resonantes que pudieran funcionar a la hora de comunicar sobre el cambio climático. Centrándose en particular en dos juegos independientes que destacan como ficción de cambio climático (cli-fi), Little Inferno y The Flame in the Flood, este trabajo recalca las capacidades narrativas y representacionales de los juegos digitales a la hora de facilitar experiencias cautivadoras, educativas, emotivas y medioambientales. En vez de centrarse en el día del juicio, como tiende a hacer la cli-fi, pueden existir formas más efectivas de explorar soluciones al cambio climático. Algunos de los principios del diseño de videojuegos que pueden manipularse para este fin incluyen: avatares no-humanos; entornos de juegp dinámicos que impactan en los personajes-jugadores; mecánicas que reflejan las características del cambio climático; y la dependencia en la ética del jugador. Si el diseño de juegos puede comunicar persuasivamente sobre el cambio climático y animar a los jugadores a innovar en cuanto a soluciones, los juegos pueden tener el potencial de convertir el juego en activismo.     

scholarly journals Identifying A User Interface Web Design Standard for Higher Learning Institutions Using Kansei Engineering

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Punitha Turumugon ◽  
Aslina Baharum
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
User Experience ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Web Design ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Emotional Engagement ◽  
Kansei Engineering ◽  
Design Guideline ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Learning Institutions

User interface design plays an important role in web design. Designing a user interface that satisfies the emotional needs of the users is essential as the user interface plays a crucial role in generating remarkable user experiences for websites. A poorly designed user interface leads to bad user interaction while raising the users’ arousal and a displeasing user experience with a website elicits dissatisfaction emotion where consecutively results in avoidance and prevents revisit to the website. A standard emotional based user interface web design would enhance user experience which will lead to success of a website. Kansei engineering which is a popular technique in transforming users’ feelings into product design is used in this research. This study tries to convert the feelings and emotions of users into design elements with the use of Kansei engineering technology in order to design an appropriate higher learning institution website by  identifying a standard web design that cultivates emotional engagement. A standard user interface web design guideline for the development of the higher learning institutions’ website has been proposed in this research.

User Interface Design and E-Commerce Security Perception

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 15-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faouzi Kamoun ◽  
Mohanad Halaweh
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
Interface Design ◽  
Purchase Intention ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
User Interface Design ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Computer Interface ◽  
Human Computer Interface ◽  
Online Help ◽  
Design Elements

In this study, the authors investigate the relationship between human computer interface design and users’ security perception. The authors hypothesize that effective human computer interface design has a positive impact on security perception. To test this hypothesis, they use the seven design elements of the customer interface (7Cs) as a basis of the reference framework for effective interface design. Hypothesis testing was examined through an empirical study involving 247 subjects. Research reveals that human computer interface design significantly affects the perceived security of e-commerce portals. Further analysis of the results highlights that the top HCI factors that influence security perception are permanent working links, demos and online help tools, information accuracy, and easy website navigation. Therefore, this study suggests that applying good user interface design guidelines at the storefront can be an effective technique for enhancing user security perception and increasing trust and purchase intention.

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