Studying Human Relatedness through a Shared Gaming Experience

Christina Frederick; Rachel Cunningham; Leo Alex; Christopher Via

doi:10.1177/1541931215591394

Studying Human Relatedness through a Shared Gaming Experience

Christina Frederick, Rachel Cunningham, Leo Alex, Christopher Via

Human Factors & Behavioral Neurobiology

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Abstract

The importance of relatedness in collocated multiplayer video games should not be underestimated. Interpersonal relationships which develop from social interactions that occur during gameplay contribute to player motivation and meaningful and memorable experiences for the players. In this study we examined how interpersonal touch within a gameplay experience impacted player motivation and inter-player impressions. Dyads played one of two iPad-based games in three different conditions, one of which required physical contact between the players. Results indicated those in the touch-based conditions scored higher on several measures of intrinsic motivation and impressions of their teammate.

Original language	American English
Journal	Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference
Volume	59
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/1541931215591394
State	Published - Oct 1 2015

Keywords

interpersonal relationships
social interactions
gameplay

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Human Factors Psychology
Social Psychology

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