Assassins, Gods, and Androids: How Narratives and Game Mechanics Shape Eudaimonic Game Experiences
Emerging research has suggested that digital games can generate entertainment experiences beyond hedonic enjoyment towards eudaimonic experiences: Being emotionally moved, stimulated to reflect on one’s self or a sense of elevation. Studies in this area have mainly focused on individual game charact...
Main Authors: | Rowan Daneels, Steven Malliet, Lieven Geerts, Natalie Denayer, Michel Walrave, Heidi Vandebosch |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Cogitatio
2021-01-01
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Series: | Media and Communication |
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Online Access: | https://www.cogitatiopress.com/mediaandcommunication/article/view/3205 |
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