TY - JOUR
T1 - Feeling the need for (Personalized) speed
T2 - How natural controls and customization contribute to enjoyment of a racing game through enhanced immersion
AU - Schmierbach, Mike
AU - Limperos, Anthony M.
AU - Woolley, Julia K.
PY - 2012/7/1
Y1 - 2012/7/1
N2 - Prior research suggests that video game features that appear natural or that otherwise allow players to identify with their in-game experience will promote enjoyment. Using a 2×2 experiment, this study demonstrates the positive effects of a steering-wheel controller and the opportunity to customize the driven vehicle on enjoyment of a console driving game, as mediated by transportation and challenge-skill balance. The role of presence is also probed, with results suggesting no direct link to enjoyment.
AB - Prior research suggests that video game features that appear natural or that otherwise allow players to identify with their in-game experience will promote enjoyment. Using a 2×2 experiment, this study demonstrates the positive effects of a steering-wheel controller and the opportunity to customize the driven vehicle on enjoyment of a console driving game, as mediated by transportation and challenge-skill balance. The role of presence is also probed, with results suggesting no direct link to enjoyment.
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U2 - 10.1089/cyber.2012.0025
DO - 10.1089/cyber.2012.0025
M3 - Article
C2 - 22687145
AN - SCOPUS:84863797275
SN - 2152-2715
VL - 15
SP - 364
EP - 369
JO - Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking
JF - Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking
IS - 7
ER -