Essays about: "games for health"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 41 essays containing the words games for health.

  1. 1. Can the video game Medieval Dynasty reduce stress through nature therapy?

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

    Author : Myasar Kamala; Ramzi Ayari; [2023]
    Keywords : Video games; Stress reduction; mental well-being; Medieval Dynasty; Psychological impact; Technology and health;

    Abstract : The rapid growth of technology, including video games and mobile phones, has raised concerns about addiction and mental health. This study explores the feasibility of using the game Medieval Dynasty to alleviate mental stress. READ MORE

  3. 2. Unlocking the Battle Pass: Broadening the Scope of Video Game Gamification

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för teknik och samhälle (TS)

    Author : Melinda Sowole; [2023]
    Keywords : Gamification; Battle Pass; Season Pass; Challenges; Extrinsic motivation; Negative reinforcement; Video games;

    Abstract : While gamification has been extensively studied in specific fields, such as education and health, its application in other domains remains understudied. This thesis explores how battle passes, a common gamification system found in video games, are implemented and examines their potential challenges and limitations within and beyond video games. READ MORE

  4. 3. Creating helpful and motivating motion games for active breaks in a sedentary work environment

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Daniel Norström; [2023]
    Keywords : exergaming; HCI; games for health; mediapipe; godot;

    Abstract : One major issue that office workers face in their daily lives is a large amount of sedentary behavior. To help alleviate this, researchers at Linköping University are developing a collection of motion games to create natural and motivating active breaks named Liopep. READ MORE

  5. 4. Farming exergame using webcam skeletal ML tracking and Godot

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Emil Bertholdsson; Linus Karlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Media Technology; Game Development; Exergaming; Exergames; Farming Games; Exertion; Godot; Motion Tracking; Game Design;

    Abstract : The modern office environment requires employees to perform stationary work. This can cause them several health issues due to being sedentary for long periods of time. An exergame was developed with the aim to remedy these issues by encouraging short motion controlled game sessions during breaks. READ MORE

  6. 5. EFFECT OF HEAD-UP DISPLAY DESIGN ON GAME IMMERSION

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

    Author : Elias Bergman; Tobias Hermansson; [2023]
    Keywords : immersion; game immersion; head-up display; eye-tracking; cognitive science;

    Abstract : Game immersion is an important aspect of gaming and is a term used by players and critics alike. It is one of the aspects that keeps a player “hooked” and is often seen as critical for a good game session. A Heads-up Display (HUD) is a common element of most games. READ MORE