EXPERIMENTAL GAMES: CRITIQUE, PLAY, AND DESIGN IN THE AGE OF GAMIFICATION

Print length: 320 pages
Language: English
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Publication date: 11 November 2020

Name: EXPERIMENTAL GAMES: CRITIQUE, PLAY, AND DESIGN IN THE AGE OF GAMIFICATION
SKU: 9780226629971
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SKU: 9780226629971

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Discover ‘EXPERIMENTAL GAMES: CRITIQUE, PLAY, AND DESIGN IN THE AGE OF GAMIFICATION’ by Patrick Jagoda, available at The Bookish Owl. In a world saturated with digital games and gamification, this insightful book challenges the notion that games must equal relentless competition and quantification. Drawing on his expertise as a game designer, Jagoda explores experimental games that offer alternative perspectives, from mainstream hits like StarCraft and Undertale to independent gems like Dys4ia. He argues for ‘problem making’ over simple problem-solving, urging us to embrace the complexities of our digital lives through innovative game design. This timely critique reveals the sociopolitical potential of games beyond mere entertainment, making it essential reading for gamers, designers, and anyone interested in the future of play. Explore a fresh view on gaming’s role in society.

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