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Why Video Game Genres Fail: a Classificatory Analysis
Syracuse University SURFACE TheSchool oflnformationStudies: Faculty School of InformationStudies (iSchool) Scholarship 2015 Why Video Game Genres Fail: A Classificatory Analysis Rachel I. Clarke Syracuse University, [email protected] Jin Ha Lee University of Washington Neils Clark Follow this and additional works at: http://surface.syr.edu/istpub & Part of the Game Design Commons, and the Library and InformationScience Commons Recommended Citation Clarke, Rachel I.; Lee,Jin Ha; and Clark, Neils, "Why Video Game Genres Fail: A ClassificatoryAnalysis" (2015). TheSchool of Information Studies: Faculty Scholarship. Paper 167. http://surface.syr.edu/istpub/167 ThisArticle is brought to you forfree and open access by the School of Information Studies (iSchool) at SURFACE. It has been accepted forinclusion in TheSchool of InformationStudies: Faculty Scholarship by an authorized adminjstrator of SURFACE. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Running head: WHY VIDEO GAME GENRES FAIL 1 Why Video Game Genres Fail: A ClassificatoryAnalysis Rachel Ivy Clarkee1 University of Washington Information School Jin Ha Lee University of Washington Information School Neils Clark Independent Scholar 1 Corresponding author: Rachel Ivy Clarke, University of Washington Information School, Box 352840, Seattle, Washington 98195-2840, [email protected] Running head: WHY VIDEO GAME GENRES FAIL 2 Abstract This paper explores the current affordances and limitations of video game genre froma library and information science perspective with an emphasis on classificationtheory. We identify and discuss various purposes of genre relating to video games, including identity, collocation and retrieval, commercial marketing, and educational instruction. Through the use of examples, we discuss the ways in which these purposes are supported by genre classificationand conceptualization, and the implications forvideo games. -
MARIO PARTY DS Panel on the Nintendo DS Menu Screen, Or Press the a Button, and the Game Will Start with the Title Screen Displayed
NTR-A8TP-UKV INSTRUCTIONINSTRUCTION BOOKLETBOOKLET (CONTAINS(CONTAINS IMPORTANTIMPORTANT HEALTHHEALTH ANDAND SAFETYSAFETY INFORMATION)INFORMATION) [0610/UKV/NTR] WIRELESS DS SINGLE-CARD DOWNLOAD PLAY THIS GAME ALLOWS WIRELESS MULTIPLAYER GAMES DOWNLOADED FROM ONE GAME CARD. This seal is your assurance that Nintendo 2–4 has reviewed this product and that it has met our standards for excellence This product uses the LC Font by Sharp Corporation. LCFONT, LC Font and the LC logo mark in workmanship, reliability and are trademarks of Sharp Corporation. entertainment value. Always look for this seal when buying games and accessories to ensure complete com- patibility with your Nintendo Product. Thank you for selecting the MARIO PARTY™ DS Game Card for Nintendo DS™ systems. IMPORTANT: Please carefully read the important health and safety information included in this booklet before using your Nintendo DS system, Game Card, Game Pak or accessory. Please read this Instruction Booklet thoroughly to ensure maximum enjoyment of your new game. Important warranty and hotline information can be found in the separate Age Rating, Software Warranty and Contact Information Leaflet. Always save these documents for future reference. This Game Card will work only with Nintendo DS systems. IMPORTANT: The use of an unlawful device with your Nintendo DS system may render this game unplayable. © 2007 NINTENDO. © 2007 HUDSON SOFT. TM, ® AND THE NINTENDO DS LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF NINTENDO. © 2007 NINTENDO. Contents Story 5 Characters 6 Basic Touch Screen Operation 8 Getting Started 9 Controls 12 Game Modes 14 Understanding the Display 15 How the Game Works 16 Story Mode (1 Player) 23 Party Mode (1 – 4 Players) 24 The Party Boards 27 Minigame Mode (1– 4 Players) 30 Puzzle Mode (1– 2 Players) 35 Multiplayer (2 – 4 Players) 36 Gallery 40 Minigame Lists 42 4 Story It all happened late one night.. -
DESIGN-DRIVEN APPROACHES TOWARD MORE EXPRESSIVE STORYGAMES a Dissertation Submitted in Partial Satisfaction of the Requirements for the Degree Of
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ CHANGEFUL TALES: DESIGN-DRIVEN APPROACHES TOWARD MORE EXPRESSIVE STORYGAMES A dissertation submitted in partial satisfaction of the requirements for the degree of DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY in COMPUTER SCIENCE by Aaron A. Reed June 2017 The Dissertation of Aaron A. Reed is approved: Noah Wardrip-Fruin, Chair Michael Mateas Michael Chemers Dean Tyrus Miller Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies Copyright c by Aaron A. Reed 2017 Table of Contents List of Figures viii List of Tables xii Abstract xiii Acknowledgments xv Introduction 1 1 Framework 15 1.1 Vocabulary . 15 1.1.1 Foundational terms . 15 1.1.2 Storygames . 18 1.1.2.1 Adventure as prototypical storygame . 19 1.1.2.2 What Isn't a Storygame? . 21 1.1.3 Expressive Input . 24 1.1.4 Why Fiction? . 27 1.2 A Framework for Storygame Discussion . 30 1.2.1 The Slipperiness of Genre . 30 1.2.2 Inputs, Events, and Actions . 31 1.2.3 Mechanics and Dynamics . 32 1.2.4 Operational Logics . 33 1.2.5 Narrative Mechanics . 34 1.2.6 Narrative Logics . 36 1.2.7 The Choice Graph: A Standard Narrative Logic . 38 2 The Adventure Game: An Existing Storygame Mode 44 2.1 Definition . 46 2.2 Eureka Stories . 56 2.3 The Adventure Triangle and its Flaws . 60 2.3.1 Instability . 65 iii 2.4 Blue Lacuna ................................. 66 2.5 Three Design Solutions . 69 2.5.1 The Witness ............................. 70 2.5.2 Firewatch ............................... 78 2.5.3 Her Story ............................... 86 2.6 A Technological Fix? . -
Understanding Computer Role-Playing Games
Understanding Computer Role-Playing Games A Genre Analysis Based on Gameplay Features in Combat Systems Christopher Dristig Stenström1 Staffan Björk2,3 1Chalmers University of Technology 2Gothenburg University 3The Interactive Institute Department of of Applied IT Department of Applied IT Lindholmsplatsen 1 412 96 Gotheburg SWEDEN 412 96 Gothenburg SWEDEN 417 56 Göteborg +46 (0)31-7721039 +46 (0)31-7721039 +46 (0)702-889759 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ABSTRACT viewed as a vital part – if not the core gameplay – of the role- A game genre as diverse as that of computer role-playing games playing genre. This is a stance differing from for example that of is difficult to overview. This poses challenges or both developers Wolf [32] which uses an inclusive strategy to compile genres and researchers to position their work clearly within the genre. within video games. However, that approach leaves the We present an overview of the genre based on clustering games motivation for specific subgenres difficult to understand from a with similar gameplay features. This allows a tracing of relations structural perspective and does not clearly show any potential between subgenres through their gameplay, and connecting this to relation between the subgenres. While limiting the perspective, concrete game examples. The analysis was done through using the choice of basing a subgenre specification on the gameplay gameplay design patterns to identify gameplay features and related to combat offers to present a subgenre classification focused upon the combat systems in the games. The resulting scheme with internal relations and a common method for cluster structure makes use of 321 patterns to create 37 different selection. -
Platform for Educational Games Generation
FACULDADE DE ENGENHARIA DA UNIVERSIDADE DO PORTO Platform for Educational Games Generation André Gomes Barbosa Mestrado Integrado em Engenharia Informática e Computação Supervisor: Ana Cristina Ramada Paiva September 15, 2015 © André Gomes Barbosa, 2015 Platform for Educational Games Generation André Gomes Barbosa Mestrado Integrado em Engenharia Informática e Computação Approved in Public Examination by the Jury: President: João Carlos Pascoal Faria External examiner: João Miguel Fernandes Supervisor: Ana Cristina Ramada Paiva ____________________________________________________ September 15, 2015 Abstract The development of games for education is a growing area of research. Over the past few years, studies point out that the use of games as a supplement to traditional learning can be much more efficient and motivational than just using the traditional teaching method. These are called serious games. This work aims to improve a previous game developed to learn software testing, having the contents of the game are loaded from a XML file which would be separated from the game implementation. The game itself, iLearnTest, consists of several challenges which cover various themes regarding software testing learning. Since the content is saved to and loaded from a separate file from the game implementation, it becomes easier to create and edit new levels or even new games for diferent topics, simply by editing a XML file. This new approach turns iLearnTest into a framework rather than a game in the sense that it is possible to use the same game(s) as templates for the learning process of a variety of themes. Resumo O desenvolvimento de jogos para a educação é uma área de pesquisa em crescimento. -
MICRO-STATES in the INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM The
MICRO-STATES IN THE INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM The Challenge of Sovereignty by JOHN BARRY BARTMANN In submission for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy The London School of Economics and Political Science The University of London UMI Number: U615182 All rights reserved INFORMATION TO ALL USERS The quality of this reproduction is dependent upon the quality of the copy submitted. In the unlikely event that the author did not send a complete manuscript and there are missing pages, these will be noted. Also, if material had to be removed, a note will indicate the deletion. Dissertation Publishing UMI U615182 Published by ProQuest LLC 2014. Copyright in the Dissertation held by the Author. Microform Edition © ProQuest LLC. All rights reserved. This work is protected against unauthorized copying under Title 17, United States Code. ProQuest LLC 789 East Eisenhower Parkway P.O. Box 1346 Ann Arbor, Ml 48106-1346 l WCL£ S F 7 4-Fo ABSTRACT The last forty years have witnessed a proliferation of veiy small states, or micro- atates with populations of approximately one million or less. Most of these states are developing economies but in recent years even the smallest European micro-states have won acceptance in the councils of the organised international system. This study is a comprehensive examination of the international relations of these states in three principal areas of concern: issues of status and legitimacy; the conduct of diplomacy and the efforts of micro-states to achieve strategies of self-reliant economic development. While the research has confirmed the vulnerabilities of micro-states in all three areas which have been stressed in the literature of the last decade, it also reveals surprising opportunities for some micro-states to ameliorate their weaknesses and to achieve a constructive engagements within the international system. -
Sensified Gaming Design Patterns and Game Design
Sensified Gaming – Design Patterns and Game Design Elements for Gameful Environmental Sensing Matthias Budde, Rikard Öxler, Jussi Holopainen Michael Beigl Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), TECO (RMIT) Europe Karlsruhe, Germany Barcelona, Spain {budde, oexler, michael}@teco.edu [email protected] ABSTRACT participation and user engagement to function. Gamification Participatory Sensing, i.e. collaboratively taking sensor mea- has been proposed as an approach to provide incentives for surements with mobile devices in a Citizen Science fashion, participation [35, 42,9, 44,2]. However, often attempts at has become increasingly popular. Because such scenarios of- gamifying such systems are executed half-heartedly or fail ten require a critical mass of users, applying gamification to to recognize the potential of gamification techniques beyond different areas in order to increase user engagement has been standard PBLs (points, badges, leaderboards). In this paper proposed. However, existing attempts often default to the stan- we propose the concept of Sensified Gaming as an alternative dard points, badges, and leaderboards and fail to recognize the way of thinking as opposed to gamified Participatory Sensing: potential of exploiting game design elements beyond creating The idea is – rather than gamifying a task – to think of design- user engagement. We propose not to think of Gamified Partic- ing a game in the first place, that secondly also is suitable to ipatory Sensing when designing such systems, but rather of support a sensing task. Depending on the application case, Sensified Gaming. To this end, this work presents a collection Participatory Sensing has various requirements (e.g. -
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“For when established identities become outworn or unfinished ones threaten to remain incomplete, special crises compel men to wage holy wars, by the cruellest means, against those who seem to question or threaten their unsafe ideological bases.” Erik Erikson (1956), “The Problem of Ego Identity”, p. 114 “In games it’s very difficult to portray complex human relationships. Likewise, in movies you often flit between action in various scenes. That’s very difficult to do in games, as you generally play a single character: if you switch, it breaks immersion. The fact that most games are first-person shooters today makes that clear. Stories in which the player doesn’t inhabit the main character are difficult for games to handle.” Hideo Kojima Simon Parkin (2014), “Hideo Kojima: ‘Metal Gear questions US dominance of the world”, The Guardian iii AGRADECIMENTOS Por começar quero desde já agradecer o constante e imprescindível apoio, compreensão, atenção e orientação dos Professores Jean Rabot e Clara Simães, sem os quais este trabalho não teria a fruição completa e correta. Um enorme obrigado pelos meses de trabalho, reuniões, telefonemas, emails, conversas e oportunidades. Quero agradecer o apoio de família e amigos, em especial, Tia Bela, João, Teté, Ângela, Verxka, Elma, Silvana, Noëmie, Kalashnikov, Madrinha, Gaivota, Chacal, Rita, Lina, Tri, Bia, Quelinha, Fi, TS, Cinco de Sete, Daniel, Catarina, Professor Albertino, Professora Marques e Professora Abranches, tanto pelas forças de apoio moral e psicológico, pelas recomendações e conselhos de vida, e principalmente pela amizade e memórias ao longo desta batalha. Por último, mas não menos importante, quero agradecer a incessante confiança, companhia e aceitação do bom e do mau pela minha Twin, Safira, que nunca me abandonou em todo o processo desta investigação, do meu caminho académico e da conquista da vida e sonhos. -
Numbers of Early Career Psychiatrists Vary Markedly Among European Countries
Psychiatria Danubina, 2015; Vol. 27, No. 2, pp 185-189 Brief report © Medicinska naklada - Zagreb, Croatia NUMBERS OF EARLY CAREER PSYCHIATRISTS VARY MARKEDLY AMONG EUROPEAN COUNTRIES Alexander Nawka1,2,3,4, Martina Rojnic Kuzman1,2,5, Domenico Giacco1,2,6,7, Maja Pantovic1,2,8 & Umberto Volpe1,6 1Early Career Psychiatrists Committee - European Psychiatric Association 2European Federation of Psychiatric Trainees 3Department of Psychiatry, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic 4Dinstitute of Neuropsychiatric Care (INEP), Prague, Czech Republic 5Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia 6Department of Psychiatry, University of Naples SUN, Naples, Italy 7Unit for Social and Community Psychiatry, Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom 8Clinic of Psychiatry, University Clinical Centre of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia received: 7.2.2014; revised: 19.5.2014; accepted: 5.6.2014 SUMMARY In the field of psychiatry the decline of recruitment and brain-drain are currently one of the most discussed topics among stakeholders on national and European level. Even though comprehensive data on psychiatric training in Europe have been already reported, no data are available on even the approximate number of early career psychiatrists (ECPs). With this objective in mind, the Early Career Psychiatrists Committee of the European Psychiatric Association (EPAECPC) and the European Federation of Psychiatric Trainees (EFPT) have undertaken a survey. Based on the methodology used, the total number of ECPs in all European countries was 46 144 with the average number of ECPs being 5.5/100 000 country inhabitants. The actual numbers in this respect varied greatly among countries from 0.4 and 0.6 ECPs/100 000 in Azerbaijan resp. -
Recommending Games to Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) for Skill Enhancement Using Minecraft
Brigham Young University BYU ScholarsArchive Theses and Dissertations 2019-11-01 Recommending Games to Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) for Skill Enhancement Using Minecraft Alisha Banskota Brigham Young University Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd Part of the Physical Sciences and Mathematics Commons BYU ScholarsArchive Citation Banskota, Alisha, "Recommending Games to Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) for Skill Enhancement Using Minecraft" (2019). Theses and Dissertations. 7734. https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/7734 This Thesis is brought to you for free and open access by BYU ScholarsArchive. It has been accepted for inclusion in Theses and Dissertations by an authorized administrator of BYU ScholarsArchive. For more information, please contact [email protected], [email protected]. Recommending Games to Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for Skill Enhancement Using Minecraft Alisha Banskota A thesis submitted to the faculty of Brigham Young University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science Yiu-Kai Dennis Ng, Chair Seth Holladay Daniel Zappala Department of Computer Science Brigham Young University Copyright c 2019 Alisha Banskota All Rights Reserved ABSTRACT Recommending Games to Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for Skill Enhancement Using Minecraft Alisha Banskota Department of Computer Science, BYU Master of Science Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a long-standing mental condition characterized by hindered mental growth and development. In 2018, 168 out of 10,000 children are said to be affected with Autism in the USA. As these children move to adulthood, they have difficulty in communicating with others, expressing themselves, maintaining eye contact, developing a well-functioning motor skill or sensory sensitivity, and paying attention for longer period. -
Computational Intelligence and Game Design for Effective At-Home Stroke Rehabilitation
GAMES FOR HEALTH JOURNAL: Research, Development, and Clinical Applications Volume 2, Number 2, 2013 ª Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. DOI: 10.1089/g4h.2012.0073 Computational Intelligence and Game Design for Effective At-Home Stroke Rehabilitation Nunzio Alberto Borghese, MSc,1 Michele Pirovano, MSc,1,2 Pier Luca Lanzi, PhD,2 Seline Wu¨est, MSc,3 and Eling D. de Bruin, PhD3 Abstract Objective: The aim of this article is to describe a game engine that has all the characteristics needed to support rehabilitation at home. The low-cost tracking devices recently introduced in the entertainment market allow measuring reliably at home, in real time, players’ motion with a hands-free approach. Such systems have also become a source of inspiration for researchers working in rehabilitation. Computer games appear suited to guide rehabilitation because of their ability to engage the users. However, commercial videogames and game engines lack the peculiar functionalities required in rehabilitation: Games should be adapted to each patient’s functional status, and monitoring the patient’s motion is mandatory to avoid maladaptation. Feedback on performance and progression of the exercises should be provided. Lastly, several tracking devices should be considered, according to the patient’s pathology and rehabilitation aims. Subjects and Methods: We have analyzed the needs of the clinicians and of the patients associated in performing rehabilitation at home, identifying the characteristics that the game engine should have. Results: The result of this analysis has led us to develop the Intelligent Game Engine for Rehabilitation (IGER) system, which combines the principles upon which commercial games are designed with the needs of reha- bilitation. -
Guide 2020 Games from Spain
GUIDE GAMES 2020 FROM SPAIN Message from the CEO of ICEX Spain Trade and Investment Dear reader, We are proud to present the new edition of our “Guide to Games from Spain”, a publication which provides a complete picture of Spain’s videogame industry and highlights its values and its talent. This publication is your ultimate guide to the industry, with companies of various sizes and profiles, including developers, publishers and services providers with active projects in 2020. GAMES Games from Spain is the umbrella brand created and supported by ICEX Spain Trade and Investment to promote the Spanish videogame industry around the globe. You are cordially invited to visit us at our stands at leading global events, such us Game Con- nection America or Gamescom, to see how Spanish videogames are playing in the best global production league. Looking forward to seeing you soon, ICEX María Peña SPAIN TRADE AND INVESTMENT ICT AND DIGITAL CONTENT DEPARTMENT +34 913 491 871 [email protected] www.icex.es GOBIERNO MINISTERIO DE ESPAÑA DE INDUSTRIA, COMERCIO Y TURISMO EUROPEAN REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND A WAY TO MAKE EUROPE GENERAL INDEX ICEX | DISCOVER GAMES FROM SPAIN 6 SPANISH VIDEOGAME INDUSTRY IN FIGURES 8 INDEX 10 DEVELOPERS 18 PUBLISHERS 262 SERVICES 288 DISCOVER www.gamesfromspain.com GAMES FROM SPAIN Silvia Barraclough Head of Videogames Animation and VR/AR ICEX, Spain Trade and Investment in collaboration with [email protected] DEV, the Spanish association for the development and +34 913 491 871 publication of games and entertainment software, is proud to present its Guide to Games from Spain 2020, the perfect way to discover Spanish games and com- panies at a glance.