Game Design Psychology
Mar 2025 · Publifye AS
Ebook
82
Pages
family_home
Eligible
info
reportRatings and reviews aren’t verified Learn More
About this ebook
Game Design Psychology explores the psychological underpinnings of player engagement, revealing how game design leverages these principles to create captivating experiences. The book examines how reward systems, beyond simple points, tap into the psychology of variable rewards and anticipation to sustain motivation. Similarly, behavioral reinforcement mechanisms, rooted in operant conditioning, demonstrate how game mechanics can shape player behavior for immersive gameplay.
The book progresses from introducing core psychological concepts like motivation and perception to exploring reward system design, cognitive biases in player choices, and the social dynamics of gaming. Through case studies and experimental data, it connects to fields like behavioral economics and human-computer interaction.
Ultimately, it emphasizes ethical considerations, advocating for responsible design practices and player well-being.
Rate this ebook
Tell us what you think.
Reading information
Smartphones and tablets
Install the Google Play Books app for Android and iPad/iPhone. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are.
Laptops and computers
You can listen to audiobooks purchased on Google Play using your computer's web browser.
eReaders and other devices
To read on e-ink devices like Kobo eReaders, you'll need to download a file and transfer it to your device. Follow the detailed Help Center instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders.
