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Paperback. Most people think games are fun because of graphics, rewards, or luck.They're wrong.Games work because they follow hidden psychological rules-rules that shape how humans learn, stay motivated, and push through difficulty without quitting.Why Games Work breaks down those rules.This book explains game mechanics explained through psychology, showing how successful games quietly use player motivation psychology, cognitive psychology in games, and behavioral design in games to keep players engaged for hours.You'll learn: How challenge, feedback, and failure combine to create motivationWhy frustration increases engagement when designed correctlyHow designers use game based learning theory to teach complex skills without tutorialsWhat the learning science of games reveals about flow, mastery, and retentionHow modern games answer the question how games motivate players without forcing rewardsWhy the best systems don't tell players what to do-they let them discover itThis isn't a book about coding engines or building assets.It's a deep dive into how games teach, why players persist, and what separates forgettable experiences from systems people obsess over.Whether you're a game designer, developer, educator, UX designer, or simply curious about why games work when so many systems fail, this book gives you a framework you can apply far beyond games-into learning, productivity, and engagement design.If you've ever wondered why games can teach patience, focus, and mastery better than classrooms or workplaces, this book will show you the answer. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…