The Pleasure Revolution

The Pleasure RevolutionWhy Games Will Lead the Way Jesse Schell Google - 2011

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Choco-fication!

Rewards can Backfire

Self-Determination TheoryCompetence Autonomy Relatedness I want to be I want I want togood at what freedom! connect to I do! others!

“Hafta” “Wanna” Duty Fun Work Play Slavery FreedomEfficiency Pleasure

Games are special because… • They are interactive • They are designed ENTIRELY for pleasure

Games provide:• Clear Feedback• A Sense of Progress• The Possibility of Success• Mental and Physical Exercise• A Chance to Satisfy Your Curiosity• A Chance to Solve a Problem• A Feeling of Freedom

Pleasure is POWERFUL

Pleasure is COMPLEX

Pleasure is…CONTEXTUAL

LaughterDiscovery Thrill Fantasy Story TriumphExpression Challenge Sensation

You CAN make your experiences better• Ask yourself these simple questions: – Given what I know about my guests… – Why will they like this experience? – How can I get them to like it more?

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The Pleasure Revolution

by Jesse Schell on Dec 23, 2011

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