Are your game designs built on intuition about player choice, or a deeper understanding of what truly drives them? Move beyond assumptions and unlock the power of designing for players whose actions are shaped by intricate biological and environmental factors.
This book teaches you to re-evaluate player agency, motivation, and rewards through the lens of modern neuroscience, challenging the notion of "free will" in gameplay. Ground your design decisions—from core mechanics to ethical engagement—in what science reveals about how players actually operate.
Inside, you'll discover how to:
* UNDERSTAND the determined brain and the compelling "illusion of choice."
* REWIRE reward systems to foster genuine satisfaction beyond simple "carrots."
* DESIGN for player "responses" by aligning with their inherent psychological needs.
* APPLY these powerful insights ethically to craft more resonant and responsible games.
Whether solo dev, indie studio, or seasoned designer, this book helps you leverage a profound understanding of the "Player Puppet" to build more insightful, engaging, and ultimately more successful games.
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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Are your game designs built on intuition about player choice, or a deeper understanding of what truly drives them? Move beyond assumptions and unlock the power of designing for players whose actions are shaped by intricate biological and environmental factors. This book teaches you to re-evaluate player agency, motivation, and rewards through the lens of modern neuroscience, challenging the notion of "free will" in gameplay. Ground your design decisions-from core mechanics to ethical engagement-in what science reveals about how players actually operate. Inside, you'll discover how to: * UNDERSTAND the determined brain and the compelling "illusion of choice."* REWIRE reward systems to foster genuine satisfaction beyond simple "carrots."* DESIGN for player "responses" by aligning with their inherent psychological needs.* APPLY these powerful insights ethically to craft more resonant and responsible games. Whether solo dev, indie studio, or seasoned designer, this book helps you leverage a profound understanding of the "Player Puppet" to build more insightful, engaging, and ultimately more successful games. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9798284353790
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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Are your game designs built on intuition about player choice, or a deeper understanding of what truly drives them? Move beyond assumptions and unlock the power of designing for players whose actions are shaped by intricate biological and environmental factors. This book teaches you to re-evaluate player agency, motivation, and rewards through the lens of modern neuroscience, challenging the notion of "free will" in gameplay. Ground your design decisions-from core mechanics to ethical engagement-in what science reveals about how players actually operate. Inside, you'll discover how to: * UNDERSTAND the determined brain and the compelling "illusion of choice."* REWIRE reward systems to foster genuine satisfaction beyond simple "carrots."* DESIGN for player "responses" by aligning with their inherent psychological needs.* APPLY these powerful insights ethically to craft more resonant and responsible games. Whether solo dev, indie studio, or seasoned designer, this book helps you leverage a profound understanding of the "Player Puppet" to build more insightful, engaging, and ultimately more successful games. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9798284353790
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