From the sacred rituals of online communities to the moral dilemmas of post-apocalyptic worlds, this section explores how games mirror — and shape — human psychology. Discover how cognition, emotion, identity, and storytelling collide in digital spaces, revealing what play can teach us about ourselves, our culture, and the worlds we build together.

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Performing Redemption: Self-Determination, Identity, and Existential Labor in Wolfstride
Narrative Design in Games, Social & Identity Psychology SPP Team Narrative Design in Games, Social & Identity Psychology SPP Team

Performing Redemption: Self-Determination, Identity, and Existential Labor in Wolfstride

An in-depth psychological analysis of Wolfstride explores how its mecha battles and menial labor mirror the struggle for identity, autonomy, and redemption. Using Self-Determination Theory, this essay reveals how true heroism lies in the quiet work of repair.

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The Proteus Effect: How Our Avatars Shape Our Behaviour
Identity & Self-Representation, Social & Identity Psychology JC Pass Identity & Self-Representation, Social & Identity Psychology JC Pass

The Proteus Effect: How Our Avatars Shape Our Behaviour

Discover how the Proteus Effect influences behavior through digital avatars in gaming, virtual reality, and social media. Learn about its psychological mechanisms, real-world applications, ethical concerns, and future implications. Explore cutting-edge research on how virtual self-representation shapes confidence, identity, and social interactions

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Slay the Princess: Morality, Identity, and Cosmic Existentialism
Moral & Ethical Psychology, Social & Identity Psychology, Game Mastery & Narrative Design JC Pass Moral & Ethical Psychology, Social & Identity Psychology, Game Mastery & Narrative Design JC Pass

Slay the Princess: Morality, Identity, and Cosmic Existentialism

Dive into the psychological depths of Slay the Princess, analyzing its themes of morality, identity, and existentialism. Discover how this indie game challenges players with complex choices and a profound exploration of human perception and cosmic duality

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Identity Theft in the Age of Digital Souls: The Psychological Horror of Stolen Consciousness in Cyberpunk 2077
Social & Identity Psychology, Identity & Self-Representation, Cyberpunk 2077, Narrative Design in Games JC Pass Social & Identity Psychology, Identity & Self-Representation, Cyberpunk 2077, Narrative Design in Games JC Pass

Identity Theft in the Age of Digital Souls: The Psychological Horror of Stolen Consciousness in Cyberpunk 2077

Examine how Cyberpunk 2077 redefines identity theft in the context of consciousness transfer, exploring the deep psychological implications of losing control over one's self in a digital era.

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From Sage to Sidekick: Has the Wise Old Man of Jungian Mythology Transformed into the 'Pint-Sized Pal' of Video Games?
Social & Identity Psychology, Social Psychology, Narrative Design in Games Theo Kincaid Social & Identity Psychology, Social Psychology, Narrative Design in Games Theo Kincaid

From Sage to Sidekick: Has the Wise Old Man of Jungian Mythology Transformed into the 'Pint-Sized Pal' of Video Games?

Explore how video games transformed the wise old man archetype into quirky companions. Explore the evolution of mentorship in gaming, from Merlin to Navi, and discover why these pint-sized pals are more than just comic relief.

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