Games and Playful Experiences

Welcome to “Games and Playful Experiences”

Dedicated to pushing the boundaries of insights and innovation in the sphere of digital entertainment and interactive media, ‘Games and Playful Experiences’ is a pioneering research group that fosters a captivating and immersive world of play.

Enter a realm where playfulness meets academia, a place where fun and learning become two sides of the same coin. Here, our interdisciplinary team of passionate researchers, game designers, and data scientists delve into the complex intersections of gameplay mechanics, player psychology, interactive design, and immersive storytelling. Venturing beyond the conventional, we shed light on how games and playful mediums can spark creativity, facilitate learning, foster community, and elevate human experiences.

Through rigorous research methodologies and cutting-edge technology, our group explores a vast landscape that ranges from traditional board games to video games, from VR-based immersive experiences to playful learning tools. We aim to produce meaningful knowledge and practical applications that can enhance game design, add value to player experiences, and contribute to the broader societal context.

Whether you’re a fellow researcher, a passionate game enthusiast or an industry professional, ‘Games and Playful Experiences’ invites you to journey with us. Discover with us how games are much more than just play - they are gateways to novel experiences, uncharted frontiers of learning, and remarkable avenues for human connection.

Researchers

• Michael Lankes
• Jürgen Hagler
• Jeremiah Diephuis
• Wolfgang Hochleitner
• Andrea Aschauer