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Uncertainty in games – potential benefits and disadvantages
Uncertainty in games – potential benefits and disadvantages

Author(s): Katarzyna Skok
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Psychology, Behaviorism
Published by: Uniwersytet Adama Mickiewicza
Keywords: uncertainty; games; randomness; game mechanics

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the article is to indicate different types of uncertainty in games and to present them in the light of neurophysiological research and selected theories of motivation. The paper analyses pure, system-generated randomness (gambling and accidental luck), game complexity, and elements that relate on a tactical or strategic level to the human factor. In particular, the application of rules enabling games based on the power of the mind is discussed. The article concludes with the presentation of benefits and disadvantages following the potential implementation of elements inducing uncertainty.

  • Issue Year: 13/2020
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 223-240
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: English