Revealing the Tifa’s Archetype: A Final Fantasy VII Analysis
Exploring Tifa Lockhart’s Archetype: The Caregiver of Final Fantasy VII Tifa Lockhart is one of the most enduring characters in gaming history. From her debut in the original Final Fantasy VII to her stunning appearances in the Remake and Rebirth, Tifa has captured the hearts of gamers worldwide. But what makes her so compelling? Beyond […]
Life Lessons and Lasting Memories: The Hidden Power of Video Games | S3:E24
Life Lessons and Lasting Memories: The Hidden Power of Video Games Ever wondered how our gaming memories can influence our lifespan? Tune in as we take you on a journey through the riveting world of video games. We discuss our recent encounters like Overwatch 2, Legends of Runeterra, Darkest Dungeon 2, and Diablo 4, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How Persona Games Play with Psychology | S3:E10
Ever wonder how Persona games play with psychology? Now is the easiest time to find out. The Persona franchise has released on the current console generation, and now everyone can play Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal with greater access than ever before! This week, the podcast explores what these different […]
Overwatch 2 Has Released (& Doc is Playing It) | S3: E3
Overwatch 2 was released in October 2022. Dr. Gameology decided to (finally) play a PVP First-Person Shooter on Twitch, and he really liked it! Doc and Jenny decided to read books and look up reddit posts to get a full idea of where the research on Overwatch players has already gone, and they share their […]
Education & Video Games (featuring ESA President Stanley Pierre-Louis) | S3: E2
Education & Video Games (featuring ESA President Stanley Pierre-Louis) This week, Dr. Gameology and Gene explore the concept of using Education & Video Games. For that talk, we have welcomed a new guest to our show in the form of the President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, Stanley Pierre-Louis!! Topics included how video […]
Gaming Motivation: How to Understand Your Play Style
Gaming Motivation: How to Understand Your Play Style Let’s explore the basics of gaming motivation using the Motivation for Playing Online Games Questionnaire (MPOGQ) as our starting point! Do you ever wonder why you play the games that you do? What are your main paths to Gaming Motivation? What motivates you to spend hours upon […]
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!
