Essays about: "speldesign"

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1. 6. Game-based learning for culturally diverse students : Designing a conceptual framework for embedding cultural capital into games

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Bridget Pivac; [2023]
   Keywords : game design; participatory design; cultural capital; cultural identity; culturally responsive pedagogy;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to create a conceptual framework for designing culturally responsive game based learning (GBL) with diverse students by including their cultural capital. This addition of cultural capital can contribute to the students' learning capabilities. READ MORE

3. 7. If You Like It, Then You Should Equip a Ring on It : A qualitative study regarding marriages within Final Fantasy XIV

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Edvin Eriksson; Joel Uisk; [2023]
   Keywords : Marriage; Online games; Relationship; Ritual; Role-Play;

   Abstract : This research study looks at the online game Final Fantasy XIV and the players who have participated in the Ceremony of Eternal Bonding, to gain further understanding behind motives for partaking in an online matrimonial service with another player. This study can be relevant for researchers looking into how players interact with events meant to generate intimacy between players. READ MORE

4. 8. 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

5. 9. 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

6. 10. Schadenfreude : I love watching you suffer (In game)

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Mattias Johansson; Isac Rosenberg; [2023]
   Keywords : epicaricacy; schadenfreude; psychology; game design; player behavior; league of legends; toxicity;

   Abstract : Our research is about schadenfreude, deriving pleasure from others suffering, and its presencein the online game League of Legends. Along with its presence we measured different waysplayers can enjoy it, as well as how much the players enjoyed it. What we found was that anoverwhelming majority enjoys it in one way or another. READ MORE