Mind At PlayAnalyzes the fascination of computer games, discussing reinforcement, the arcade subculture, etc. |
Contents
Why Video Games Are Fun | 10 |
Games and the Cognitive System | 43 |
The Arcade Subculture | 83 |
Copyright | |
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