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Human factors in entertainment computing: designing for diversity

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FDG '11: Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Foundations of Digital Games

Pages 244 - 246

https://doi.org/10.1145/2159365.2159400

Published: 29 June 2011 Publication History

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Although several casual gaming systems have been developed during the past years, little research examining the impact of human factors on the design and use of digital games has been carried out, and commercially available games are only partially suitable for audiences with special needs. The research project described within this paper aims to analyze and explore design guidelines for diverse audiences and results of focus group gaming sessions to develop a research toolbox allowing for the easy creation of adaptable and accessible game scenarios. Thereby, a controllable environment for the detailed evaluation of the interrelations between human factors and entertainment systems is provided. Results obtained by further testing will be integrated in the toolbox, and may foster the development of accessible games, thus opening up new opportunities for diverse audiences and allowing them to further engage in digital games.

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FDG '11: Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Foundations of Digital Games

June 2011

356 pages

ISBN:9781450308045

DOI:10.1145/2159365

Conference Chair:
Marc Cavazza
Teesside University, UK
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Katherine Isbister
Polytechnic Institute of New York University
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Charles Rich
Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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