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This paper investigates the relationship between enjoyment of computer game play and two personality traits (sensation seeking and self-forgetfulness). Hypotheses were proposed based on a review of computer game enjoyment, game characteristics, personality theories, and effects of computer game play. A survey is conducted in two US universities. Results and implica-tions are discussed.
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Fang, X., Zhao, F. (2009). Sensation Seeking, Self Forgetfulness, and Computer Game Enjoyment. In: Salvendy, G., Smith, M.J. (eds) Human Interface and the Management of Information. Information and Interaction. Human Interface 2009. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 5618. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-02559-4_69
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