The Intriguing Metaphor of the Health Bar in Video Games
As technology continues to advance, video games are becoming more than just a source of entertainment. In fact, they can be a powerful tool for understanding and managing our mental health. One intriguing metaphor found in many popular video games is the concept of the health bar – a visual representation of how much energy […]
Self-Determination Theory for Gaming | S3:E20
Self-Determination Theory for Gaming This week, we talk about the basic concepts which form Self-Determination Theory and apply them to video games. Motivation, competence, belonging, autonomy, mastery. What do video games do for you? Download & Listen to this episode of The Gaming Persona Here: Gaming Library: Resident Evil 4, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Star […]
Random Topic Generator 3 | S3:E19
Random Topic Generator 3 This week, Dr. Gameology and crew return to the recording studio to do random topic 3. They go everywhere from Star Wars to Resident Evil, and end up some how on Space Mountain. Come listen to the chaos and support the show! Download & Listen to this episode of The Gaming […]
Guilds and Gaming Experience | S3:E18
Guilds and Gaming Experience There are so many things to explore in guilds and gaming experience! On this episode, we dive into the fascinating topic of guilds in gaming and how they can help create an engaging play experience. Important concepts like forming groups, conquering bigger challenges, or connecting with the social opportunities of endless […]
Episode 100 of The Gaming Persona Podcast | S3:E17
Episode 100 of The Gaming Persona Podcast – Reflections and Projections We have made it to Episode 100 of The Gaming Persona podcast! Join us while we celebrate the show’s past success and future potential. The three hosts – Dr. Gameology / Dr. Daniel Kaufmann, Jenny Lebron, and Gene Wong – reflect on where the […]
Casual & Hardcore Player Types | S3:E16
Casual & Hardcore Player Types This week, we’re talking about Casual & Hardcore Player Types. We explore the differences between these types of players, how types impact gameplay experiences and more. Join Doc and Gene while they dive into the exciting world of video gaming! Download & Listen to this episode of The Gaming Persona […]
Nerd Nite and Superhero Critique (feat. Ricardo Williams) | S3:E15
Nerd Nite and Superhero Critique (feat. Ricardo Williams) Come join us on The Gaming Persona podcast as we interview Ricardo Williams, the leader of Orlando Nerd Nite. We’ll discuss what it takes to put on a show every month and get his take on some of the latest superhero movies. Ricardo will share his insider […]
Beating Video Games: Winning, Finishing, & Prolonging | S3:E14
Beating Video Games: Winning, Finishing, & Prolonging | S3:E14 The Gaming Persona podcast explores the idea of Beating Video Games. This week, we dived into the many ways players beat video games, with an in-depth look at the three main paths to success – Winning, Finishing, and Prolonging. We’ll discuss how players can achieve victory […]
Solo Gaming & Psychological Effects | S3:E13
Solo Gaming & Psychological Effects Join us this week on The Gaming Persona podcast as we dive deep into a new research study on solo gaming and the various psychological effects of game playing. We are joined by doc student from Mount Mary University, Tyler Secor, to review the most important gaming experiences in his […]
Music & Video Games | S3:E12
Music & Video Games In this episode of The Gaming Persona, we discuss how music is used in video games. We take a look at some classic titles and explore how the music helped to define the game’s atmosphere and narrative. We also dive into the role of licensed soundtracks, composers, and sound designers in […]
