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43 – Schüll – Addiction By Design

Game Studies Study Buddies

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Enchantment, Disenchantment, and Deception in Gambling Machines

Exploration of the historical connection between religious enchantment and modern gambling machines, delving into the evolution of mechanized religious experiences to deceptive gambling practices. Discussion on the shift from religious enchantment to rationalized capitalist influences, as seen in the design and tactics of modern gambling machines. Highlighting the addictive nature of gambling through behavioral experiments and the deceptive allure of innovative gambling technologies, drawing parallels between religious enchantment and modern gambling deception.

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