Essays about: "Life. Is. Game."

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1. 6. Can You Pet the Dog? : Exploring the experiential impact of sociable animal interaction in games

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Frida Björnfot; Sofia Rautiainen; [2023]
   Keywords : digital game; game design; human-animal interaction; player experience; virtual animals;

   Abstract : The feature to “pet” animals in digital games is highly requested by players in online discourse, but there is a lack of research on its utility from a game design perspective. This thesis aims to gain a preliminary understanding of the effects of optional, sociable animal interaction to further inform game design decisions. READ MORE

3. 7. Non-playable characters' peripheral effect in relation to narrative and worldbuilding in video games

   University essay from Södertörns högskola/Medieteknik

   Author : Yamaan Kashif; [2023]
   Keywords : Non-playable character; NPC; RPG; Video Games; Worldbuilding; Narrative; Dialogue;

   Abstract : The goal of this thesis is to find out how non-playable characters (NPC) in their own peripheral way, contribute to the narrative and worldbuilding of a video game. A prototype of a role-playing video game (RPG) was created for this particular study, in order to investigate and measure the effect of NPCs on worldbuilding and narrative in video games. READ MORE

4. 8. Game theory in incomplete information

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Sannolikhetsteori och kombinatorik

   Author : Lothar Knoops; [2023]
   Keywords : game theory; mathematics; nash; equilibrium; games; incomplete information;

   Abstract : This thesis is about game theory, its general application to different games, and its different notions. We are going to focus on how different solutions can be found depending on how we view the game in question. We will particularly focus on games where the information is incomplete. READ MORE

5. 9. A VR carbon emissions calculator game to encourage sustainable lifestyle

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

   Author : Hongyi Luo; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : The aim of this study is to introduce the design and implementation process of a Virtual Reality (VR) carbon emissions calculator game, with the goal of educating and encouraging participation in carbon offsetting activities. The objective of the game is to increase users' awareness of carbon footprints and environmental protection, and motivate them to adopt sustainable behaviors. READ MORE

6. 10. Exploring players’ experiences with learning English in Final Fantasy XIV

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Oliver Fahlström; Anahita Sheikhi Pour; [2023]
   Keywords : Final Fantasy XIV; language; learning; MMORPG; player experience; qualitative interview;

   Abstract : The objective of this study was to investigate how players experience learning English through playing the popular MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV. It also discussed the improvement in English skills achieved through playing the game, exploring what aspects they have improved and how they were able to do that. READ MORE