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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
S2: E36 | Are Orcs Depicted in a Racist Way? – Interview with Dr. Chris Ferguson
S2: E36 | Are Orcs Depicted in a Racist Way? – Interview with Dr. Chris Ferguson The Gaming Persona welcomes Dr. Chris Ferguson to the show! Have you ever asked yourself “Are orcs depicted in a racist way?” This week, we review one of his research studies which explored perceptions from players related to whether […]
S2: E35 | Quitting Games Can Be a Good Thing
Quitting games can be a difficult decision. Dr. Gameology and the Gaming Persona cast review games they have had to step away from. This difficult decision comes accompanied by research and player experiences from the entire group. This thoughtful discussion aims to bring gaming habits into a real-life context that helps to emphasize the value […]
Avatar Gender & Gamer Motivation (feat. Nick Yee) | S1:E41
Avatar Gender & Gamer Motivation: A Meeting the Mentor Interview with Nick Yee A New Traveler Approaches on Our Journey! Dr. Gameology and Jenny welcome their first ever guest to the show… Nick Yee from Quantic Foundry! Nick Yee joins the show to talk about his Gaming Persona, his journey towards becoming a game motivation […]
