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 […]
Dead Space Can Desensitize and Lower Our Fear Response
How Dead Space Can Desensitize Players To Horror & Lower Their Fear Response The sci-fi survival horror video game, Dead Space, has become a cult classic in the gaming community. With the PS5 Dead Space remake being released in early 2023, many game players are either revisiting the completely rebuilt USG Ishimura, or choosing to […]
Healthy Gaming: Tips to Gaining EXP on Your Best Timeline
We all know that gaming can be a great way to relieve stress and have some fun. If we game in healthy ways, it can be a boon for our mental health. However, if we’re not careful, it can also become an unhealthy habit. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some tips for creating healthy […]
Gamer Personas: Understanding Game Psychology
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer yourself or just someone who likes to watch your friends online, you’ve probably noticed that gamers exist at all ages and skill levels. While games are definitely a form of entertainment, the psychology behind them is actually quite complex. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the […]
Roles in an MMO Raid Team: Tank, Healer, DPS
Ever wondered what the different roles are in an MMO raid team and what they do? This post will explore all of these ideas from the perspective of gaming and psychology to unlock all the fun we hope to have every time we join a new virtual world!
Player Types in Video Games: A Beginner’s Guide
There are many types of online video gamers. Some people might be surprised to learn that there is more than one type of gamer. Different playing styles exist, and each has their own quirks and preferences. In this post, we will explore the different types of online gamers. We will discuss who they are, what they like to do, and why they play the way they do. So whether you’re a first-time parent wondering what kind of games to buy your kid or a psychologist trying to understand video games for geek therapy ideas, read on. Everyone can level up once we find what helps us connect better to the challenges in our games!
Gaming motivations, player type – Let’s talk about out what your gamer profile is!
