Video games are one of the richest and most popular forms of human-computer interaction
and, hence, their role is critical for our understanding of human behaviour and affect at a …

The video-game industry has become a significant force in the business and entertainment
world. Video games have become so widespread and pervasive that they are now …

Game-based second language (L2) learning represents an ideal alternative to foreign
language classroom instruction. However, despite a diverse player demographic, the design …

The metaverse has become a topic of interest in both industry and academic settings.
Research and development that focus on the 'metaverse'explore the immersive future of the …

People of color comprise a large proportion of the US player base, yet are systematically
and grossly underrepresented in digital games. We constructed a survey to assess if players …

Microtransactions are a relatively new feature of video game software involving the
purchase of in-game items, often using real money. Players may use these transactions to …

Much of the research involving perceived characteristics of so-called “gamers” has been
directed at deconstructing traditional stereotypes associated with the term. As gaming has …

Exploring issues of labor and inequality at the intersection of AAA and indie sectors, this
article interrogates the perception of the indie sector as key to mitigating the production of …

Virtual reality allows users to experience a sense of ownership of a virtual body-a
phenomenon commonly known as the body ownership illusion. Researchers and designers …

Video games have long held a spotty history in their narratives regarding women. Most
research has examined large budget games and identified issues of simplification …