019 - Habit Forming Games
Psychology of Video Games Podcast
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The Importance of Friction and Onboarding in Game Design
This chapter discusses the concept of friction and the steps required to be entertained in a game. It highlights the significance of onboarding experiences and the balance between challenge and flow in games, with a focus on mobile games and their accessibility. The chapter also explores the role of cognitive fluency and brand recognition in the success of games like Ingress and Pokémon Go.
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