In recent years, interest in eudaimonic player experiences (PX) - concerning reflection, meaning-making, and personal growth - has increased. However, most games user research methods are not well-sui...

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UW researchers discuss their study which surveyed 166 gamers about how video games sparked meaningful changes in their lives.

UW researchers discuss their study which surveyed 166 gamers about how video games sparked meaningful changes in their lives.

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We are human-computer interaction researchers at the University of Washington and we are interested in how meaningful experiences in games translate to tangible changes in people's lives. What does ...

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