{"product_id":"9780262534451","title":"How Games Move Us","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"How Games Move Us\" by Katherine Isbister delves into the profound emotional and social impacts of video games. Isbister explores how interactive experiences shape human connections, drawing from a variety of gaming narratives and user experiences. Through her insightful analysis, she reveals how games serve not just as entertainment, but as powerful tools for empathy, expression, and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book examines key themes such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpathy:\u003c\/strong\u003e How games cultivate emotional experiences that resonate with players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The role of gaming in fostering social connections and shared experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exploration of how players reflect their own identities through the characters and narratives they engage with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaders appreciate Isbister's ability to seamlessly weave together academic insights with personal anecdotes. Her engaging writing style makes complex concepts accessible, inviting readers from all backgrounds to reflect on the cultural significance of gaming. The book also encourages a deeper understanding of how interactive media can enhance our emotional lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGame developers seeking to enhance narrative depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eResearchers and students of cultural studies and technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnyone interested in the intersection of society and interactive media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsbister's previous works, such as \"Game Usability,\" further showcase her expertise and passion for the gaming world, making \"How Games Move Us\" a natural extension of her exploration into the emotional landscapes of play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"MIT Press Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56239456616780,"sku":"9780262534451","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780262534451_c26b41d0-62ff-485d-8a7b-a19e2670297a.webp?v=1765790537","url":"https:\/\/foxandfablebooksellers.com\/en-us\/products\/9780262534451","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}