Navigating Complexity and Uncertainty in Gaming

This chapter explores the frustrations and emotional responses players face while mastering complex game controls, particularly in challenging games like Tekken 8. It contrasts these experiences with simpler games like Cookie Clicker, highlighting how the mechanics of various games invoke different types of uncertainty and player engagement. Additionally, it discusses the implications for game design and the role of prediction, curiosity, and insight in enhancing overall gaming enjoyment.