Effects Of Games Research Articles

The Impact of Using DUOLINGO Application on Students' English Learning Motivation

The application of technology in English language education is increasingly widespread, one of which is through the Duolingo app. This study aims to evaluate the impact of using the Duolingo app on students' motivation in learning English as well as identify the specific factors that contribute to such motivation. The research method used was a mixed approach, combining quantitative and qualitative. Quantitative data was collected through a structured questionnaire with a Likert scale to measure students' motivation and contributing factors. Qualitative data was obtained through focus group discussions (FGDs) to explore students' experiences and perceptions in depth. The results showed that the Duolingo app significantly increased students' motivation in learning English. Findings from the questionnaire indicated that 53.3% of respondents strongly agreed that Duolingo was effective in increasing their motivation, while 46.7% agreed with the statement. The focus group discussion corroborated these findings by emphasising the role of gamification features, such as points and badges, as well as self-paced learning features in making the learning process more enjoyable and improving English confidence and comprehension. The findings are consistent with previous research highlighting the effectiveness of gamification and self-paced learning features and make a novel contribution by exploring the overall impact of different app features. Limitations of this study include the limited sample size and reliance on self-report data, which may affect the generalisability of the results. Future research is recommended to use a larger and more diverse sample and more varied data collection methods, including direct observation and in-depth interviews. Future research could also explore the long-term effects of using Duolingo and the differences in its impact based on students' educational background or initial ability level. It is hoped that these recommendations will provide a deeper understanding of the effectiveness of this app in the broader context of English language education.

The Effects of Adaptive Gamification in Science Learning: A Comparison Between Traditional Inquiry-Based Learning and Gender Differences

Gamification has become a topic of interest for researchers and educators, particularly in science education, in the last few years. Students of all educational levels have consistently faced challenges when grasping scientific concepts. However, the effectiveness of gamification, especially in terms of academic performance, has shown mixed results. This has led researchers to explore a new alternative approach, adaptive gamification. Our study compared the effects of adaptive gamification with traditional inquiry-based learning. Two classes of 9-year-old students participated, with the experimental group using adaptive gamification and the control group following a more conventional teaching approach using inquiry-based lessons and experiments. Both groups were tested before and after the lessons, and their results were analyzed using SPSS. The findings revealed that while both groups showed a significant difference after the lessons, the experimental group had significantly higher scores than the control group. Particularly significant results were observed regarding learning improvements based on students’ gender, with female and male students in the experimental group demonstrating significant improvement. In contrast, in the control group, only the male students displayed significant learning improvement. This research contributes significantly to the relatively new field of adaptive gamification in science education and the improvement of students’ science learning, particularly in the context of gender differences.

The effect of gamification on brand awareness: A study of retail industry and healthy-living applications

Rapid developments in digitisation have resulted in gamification (ie, the use of game elements and game mechanics in non-game areas) becoming more common and easy to apply in digital environments. This study examines the use of gamification in the field of marketing, specifically its effects on brand awareness. As the paper shows, gamification helps to establish important bonds between the brand, the company and the customer. In this context, the paper analyses brand awareness by means of the survey method. Due to the size of the study population, the scope of the study was narrowed to apps promoting healthy living and apps produced by the retail sector. Convenience sampling was used to recruit 400 respondents. The survey found that gamification has a positive effect on brand awareness (r = 0.55) and that attitude to gamified apps has a positive effect on brand awareness (r = 0.58). Certain demographic factors were also found to influence the use of gamified apps.

Effect of Gamification on the Development of Digital Competencies of Regular Basic Education Teachers

In the digital age, teachers’ digital competencies are important for effective education, yet many educators, particularly in Latin America, lack these essential skills. While gamification has shown promise in various education contexts, its effectiveness for developing teachers’ digital competencies remains understudied, especially in the Latin American setting. This study aimed to examine the effect of gamification on the development of digital competencies of basic education teachers in Trujillo, Peru. A quasi-experimental design was used, and 60 primary-level teachers were selected through convenience sampling; they were randomly assigned to either an experimental (n = 30) or control (n = 30) group. The experimental group participated in a two?month program consisting of 15 gamified sessions, whereas the control group received no intervention. Data were collected via an adapted version of the Teacher Digital Competence Questionnaire in pretest and posttest phases. Descriptive statistics, Mann-Whitney U tests, and Kruskal-Wallis tests were employed for data analysis. The results reveal significant improvements in the experimental group’s digital competencies across all dimensions (information literacy, communication, content creation, safety, and problem-solving), with 93.3% achieving the “achieved” level postintervention, compared with 30% of the control group. Inferential analysis confirms significant differences between groups in the posttest phase (Mann-Whitney U = 96.5, p < .05). These findings suggest that gamification is an effective strategy for developing teachers’ digital competencies, and can contribute valuable empirical evidence to the field of education technology and holds important implications for teacher training and education policies in Latin America.

The Effects of Gamified Platforms on Enhancing Learners’ Ambition

Gamification represents a novel technological approach that significantly enhances learners' motivation and ambition to advance in their educational pursuits. Gamification represents a significant tool in the advancement of digital platforms and learning management systems. Ambition represents a significant variable within the field of positive psychology, and the enhancement of its indicators has emerged as a crucial requirement for learners in today's context. A significant lack of research exists regarding the effects of gamification. This study investigates the influence of gamification on ambition. The Quasi-Experimental Approach was employed to analyse the differences between the first experimental group utilising gamified platforms (G1-Gamified Platforms) and the second experimental group engaging with the same platform devoid of gamification (G1-Non-gamified Platforms). The sample for this study comprised (80) ninth-grade students from Madinah, who were randomly assigned to the two groups involved in the investigation. A scale for ambition was created, encompassing four dimensions: optimism, goal-setting ability, acceptance of novelty, and resistance to failure and frustration, comprising a total of 35 items. The findings indicated that gamified platforms offer a distinct advantage over their non-gamified counterparts in fostering ambition. The impact of gamification elements on enhancing ambition among students across various educational levels calls for further exploration. The exploration of digital platforms and their integration of gamification strategies reveals a significant relationship with user ambition. This study aims to analyse how these elements interact and influence user engagement and motivation within various contexts.

Transcending cultural barriers in Thai mythology: Unveiling the intercultural dynamics through the “Home Sweet Home” video game’s translation

This study examines the translation strategies employed for culture-specific terms from Thai to English in episodes 1 and 2 of the video game "Home Sweet Home" (2017–2023). Applying a thematic approach and textual analysis, the source language data were categorized into six groups: ghosts, humans, ritual and religious acts, abstract religious concepts, items, and places. The findings indicate that the most frequently used strategy was absolute universalization (41.5%), followed by linguistic (non-cultural) translation (27.7%), limited universalization (16.2%), deletion (11.5%), orthographic adaptation (2.3%), and intratextual gloss (0.8%). However, no instances of repetition, extratextual gloss, synonymy, or autonomous creation strategies were identified. The discussion explores why different strategies were used for various phrasal tokens. The study also highlights five major topics concerning video game translation: universalization versus preservation, translatability and untranslatability, language limitations, cultural barriers in the target language, and the game's future translations. It can be concluded that a comprehensive understanding of the language and culture used in the game and its translation is critical for the game's success and effectiveness for both players and creators. Furthermore, in the digital era, where postmodern imaginations and reinterpretation of Thai folk beliefs and superstitions can boost the economy, numerous opportunities for creative soft powers are always available.

A UTAUT2 Model Expansion: Investigating the Effect of Interactive Learning Environment and Gamification on Duolingo User Base in China

This paper filled the research gap by integrating the two elements of interactive learning environment (ILE) and gamification (GMF) into the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT2) to explore Chinese users’ behavioral intention (BI) to use Duolingo for language learning. By collecting 1,007 questionnaires in China and conducting data analysis, we found that (1) performance expectancy (PE), habit (HB), ILE, and GMF have a positive effect on users’ BI to use Duolingo, while social influence (SI) has a negative effect on BI; (2) effort expectancy (EE) and hedonic motivation (HM) have no significant effects on BI; (3) ILE has a significant positive effect on users’ PE, EE, SI, HM, and HB; (4) GMF has a positive effect on users’ PE, EE, SI, HM, and HB; (5) in the mediating analysis, ILE can positively influence BI via PE and HB; (6) GMF can positively influence BI via PE.

The Evolution of Gamification in TESL: Trends, Innovations, and Future Directions

The Evolution of Gamification in TESL: Trends, Innovations, and Future Directions reviews the body of existing literature on the integration of gamification into Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL). This article explores how game-based elements like points, leaderboards, badges, and narrative-driven tasks have reshaped language learning from traditional methods to interactive, immersive experiences. Drawing on studies that document these developments, the review highlights the positive effects of gamification on learner motivation, engagement, and language proficiency. The review also examines emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Virtual Reality (VR), which are transforming TESL by creating personalized and adaptive learning environments. These innovations, as well as mobile learning and micro-learning trends, are discussed as key drivers of accessibility and learner-centered education. The article not only summarizes the benefits but also addresses the challenges highlighted in the literature, including technological disparities, the risk of overemphasizing extrinsic rewards, and the need for adaptable strategies to meet diverse learner needs. In its future outlook, the article considers the evolving role of gamification in TESL, focusing on how content-based instruction and digital platforms will further enhance language learning. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of trends and innovations while offering insights into future research directions that will shape the next phase of gamified language education.

Niat Terus Menggunakan e-Wallet pada Generasi Z di Bali: Peran Nilai Utilitarian dan Gamifikasi

The development of e-wallet technology has become a significant phenomenon for Generation Z, who grew up in the digital era. Practical values and gamification influence the acceptance and use of e-wallets in these applications. This study aims to understand how valuable values ​​and gamification influence attitudes and continued intention to use e-wallets in Generation Z. This study uses a quantitative approach with a sample of 140 e-wallet users in Bali, using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS software. The analysis results show that utilitarian values ​​have a positive and significant effect on attitudes and continued intention to use e-wallets in Generation Z. Conversely, the effect of gamification on continued intention to use is not essential. However, it has a positive impact on user attitudes towards e-wallets. This finding implies the importance of considering utilitarian values ​​in e-wallet development to increase user adoption and retention. While gamification can improve user attitudes towards e-wallets, its effect on continued intention to use is more complex and not always significant. This research provides insight into the factors influencing e-wallet acceptance among Generation Z, highlighting the importance of marketing and development strategies that focus on efficiency and convenience of use and the integration of gamification elements that suit young users' preferences.

Gameful systems for corporate sustainability: systematic review, conceptual framework and research agenda on gamification and sustainable employee behavior in companies

PurposeGiven the urgency of corporate engagement in sustainable development, companies seek ways to involve their employees in sustainability efforts. In this regard, gamified systems have gained attention as a novel tool to promote sustainable employee behavior. However, as the research field matures, researchers and practitioners are confronted with a scattered academic landscape that makes it difficult to grasp how gamification can be designed to engage employees in sustainable behavior and to understand how gamification effects unfold at psychological, behavioral and corporate levels of sustainability.Design/methodology/approachThis paper uses a systematic literature review to consolidate the existing knowledge on gamification designs and their effects on sustainable employee behavior.FindingsStudies have explored a variety of utilitarian and achievement-, immersion- and social-related gameful affordances to promote positive behavior- and system-related psychological effects as a basis for employee engagement in sustainable behavior. However, the evidence regarding their impact on rational decision-making processes and overcoming the intention-action gap inherent in sustainability is still limited. Nevertheless, several studies in focused areas indicate the potential to elicit behavioral changes that drive sustainability outcomes at the corporate level as well.Originality/valueOur study provides three main contributions. First, we develop a conceptual framework that illustrates how gamification can drive sustainable behavior in the workplace. Second, we derive seven agenda points to guide future research on gamification for corporate sustainability. Third, we deduce three practical approaches to use gamification as a strategic intervention to promote sustainable behavior in organizations.

Potential Adverse Effects Caused by Gamification Elements in mHealth Apps

Health practices using mobile devices (known as mobile health, or mHealth) have increased in recent years. To increase users’ motivation to use it, mHealth researchers and developers have started to use gamification. However, no studies were found on the negative aspects of gamification in health. This work aims to determine the potential adverse effects of gamification in mHealth applications and analyze how different types of gamification elements can cause these effects. To this end, an analysis of 70 gamified mHealth applications extracted from the Google Play Store was performed to identify which gamification elements are commonly applied in mHealth. Then, to identify the negative aspects of gamification in mHealth and how the gamification elements can be related to them, a systematic review of the literature was carried out, where 37 studies were selected. Finally, a study was carried out with users of gamified mHealth applications to analyze in practice what was found in the previous steps. The results of these studies show which gamification elements are the most used in mHealth applications, the potential adverse effects found, and a list of which gamification elements can cause these effects. The results of this study provide insights into the risks associated with gamification in mHealth applications and can make developers, designers and professionals aware of these harmful issues.

Pushing Yourself to the Limit - Influence of Emotional Virtual Environment Design on Physical Training in VR

The design of virtual environments (VEs) can strongly influence users’ emotions. These VEs are also an important aspect of immersive Virtual Reality (VR) exergames – training system that can inspire athletes to train in a highly motivated way and achieve a higher training intensity. VR-based training and rehabilitation systems can increase a user’s motivation to train and to repeat physical exercises. The surrounding VE can potentially predominantly influence users’ motivation and hence potentially even physical performance. Besides providing potentially motivating environments, physical training can be enhanced by gamification. However, it is unclear whether the surrounding VE of a VR-based physical training system influences the effectiveness of gamification. We investigate whether an emotional positive or emotional negative design influences the sport performance and interacts with the positive effects of gamification. In a user study, we immerse participants in VEs following either an emotional positive, neutral, or negative design and measure the duration the participants can hold a static strength-endurance exercise. The study targeted the investigation of the effects of (1) emotional VE design as well as the (2) presence and absence of gamification. We did not observe significant differences in the performance of the participants independent of the conditions of VE design or gamification. Gamification caused a dominating effect on emotion and motivation over the emotional design of the VEs, thus indicating an overall positive impact. The emotional design influenced the participants’ intrinsic motivation but caused mixed results with respect to emotion. Overall, our results indicate the importance of using gamification and support the commonly used emotional positive VEs for physical training. They further indicate that the design space could also include other emotional directions of VE design.

Effectiveness of the Gamification Method in the Process of Phenomenon-Based Learning in Secondary School (In the Example of Kazakhstan)

In today's educational environment, it is essential to introduce innovative methods to increase students' activity and improve learning results. In this study, a detailed examination of domestic and foreign literature is conducted to analyze gamification's effectiveness and specific aspects in various educational settings. The main goal of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of gamification in the educational system of Kazakhstan, paying special attention to the use of gamification in teaching physics. To achieve this goal, mixed methods were used, including qualitative and quantitative analysis. The survey involved 59 randomly selected students of 8 and 10 grades of general education schools in Kazakhstan and studied a set of tasks related to the game in the classroom. The results of the survey showed that gamification is accepted as an effective method in the teaching of physics in the Kazakhstan education system. Pupils' attitudes towards game-based learning were positive, indicating an improvement in their motivation and engagement levels, as well as an improvement in their understanding of physics. To increase student engagement in STEM subjects, educators should consider incorporating gamification into the curriculum.

Reflecting Uses and Gratification 2.0 Perspective into Over-the-Top (OTT) Consumption: Role of Collaboration Design and Cross Platform Navigability

A discernible trend within Over-the-top (OTT) platforms is the systematic integration of gamification elements into their marketing endeavors. While existing research has established the positive effects of gamification on customer satisfaction and engagement, there remains a significant gap in understanding how GMA contributes to enduring brand associations. Particularly, the role of strategic factors such as collaboration design and cross-platform navigability in amplifying the effectiveness of gamification has yet to be explored. This study utilizes Uses and Gratifications Theory 2.0 and Consumption Value Theory to investigate these nuances of modern media consumption by delineating the role of gamification in facilitating OTT brand stickiness. This combines PLS-SEM and fsQCA to analyze 590 responses from active subscribers of OTT. The study’s findings draw significant boundary conditions for the base model envisaging brand stickiness.

GAMETERAPIA NA FISIOTERAPIA: UM RECURSO PARA REDUZIR O RISCO DE QUEDAS EM IDOSOS DA COMUNIDADE - REVISÃO DE LITERATURA.

The aging population worldwide has led to an increased prevalence of falls among older adults, resulting in fractures, loss of mobility, and increased dependency. This systematic review analyzed the effectiveness of gamification and virtual reality in preventing falls and improving balance in older adults, promoting active aging. Studies published between 2019 and 2024 were analyzed in the Google Scholar, PubMed (Medline), and Lilacs (BVS) databases, considering clinical trials and observational studies with individuals over 65 years of age. The results indicate that the inclusion of gamification with conventional physiotherapy can be effective in improving balance, muscle strength, and cognitive function in older adults, reducing the risk of falls and promoting independence. Due to its playful and motivating nature, it facilitates adherence, just as virtual reality offers an immersive experience that reduces the fear of falling. It is concluded that these interventions require more research to personalize the games and adapt the technologies to the specific needs of the elderly population. Furthermore, it is essential to investigate the long-term effects of gamification and its integration into public health programs.

Improving Older Adults’ Technology Adoption on Mobile Map: A Gamification Approach

In the era of digitalization, it is critical to improve older adults’ digital literacy and inclusion by enhancing their technology adoption to create a more accessible and inclusive social environment. However, older adults always exhibit lower levels of technology usage, and there is insufficient support available to meet their specific needs. Gamification, with its potential to motivate people, presents a great opportunity to address the issue of technology adoption among older adults. Despite gamification being predominantly applied to younger generations, this study offers a unique contribution by examining the impact of gamification on supporting older adults’ technology adoption. A case study of tailor-made gamification for Google Maps was constructed based on the game-based learning model and game mechanics. The effectiveness of the proposed gamification strategy has been assessed through interviews and observation. The results revealed a significant positive effect of gamification on enhancing older adults’ technology knowledge and adoption intentions.

Examining gamification affordances for intrinsic needs of satisfaction in tourist engagement activities on digital platforms in Hong Kong

The effectiveness of gamification elements has been widely examined in different aspects over the past decade. However, recent research showed that not all gamification elements can effectively engage users or consumers in different domains including video games and online shopping activities. To examine these inconsistent results, affordance theory was expanded to propose a new affordance design model in the gamification context. This study included a questionnaire survey of 303 Hong Kong residents, aged 18- 60 years old. SmartPLS4.0 structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was employed. The findings indicated that the proposed gamification affordances were largely significant for consumers’ psychological satisfaction needs, except for hedonic-based features. The results also demonstrated that gamification serves as a rewarding tool for consumers to foster social connections and achieve self-fulfillment. This highlights the utilitarian value within the relationship between consumers and activities in tourism. The objective of this research was to identify which gamification affordances most effectively fulfilled consumers’ psychological need of satisfaction by incorporating self-determination theory. This study contributed using a new affordance model to understand consumer actions in the knowledge construction of gamification effectiveness, especially in the tourist markets and its impact on consumers’ psychological satisfaction needs. The effectiveness of gamification of reward-based affordances present that the this research provide valuable insights that can be used by marketers to develop effective online marketing strategies specifically for online tourism activities in Hong Kong.

Effect of Gamification Combined with Mobile Learning on Chinese Language Speaking Skills of Second-Year Foreign Students at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies

Background and Aims: In the era of the mobile internet, transforming language learning content into interesting game tasks could stimulate students' interest in learning and improve engagement and learning outcomes. The study aimed to evaluate the impact of gamification combined with a mobile learning approach on students' Chinese language speaking skills and satisfaction. The significance of the study was to innovate teaching methods and improve oral expression. Students were guided to participate in interactive learning by designing gamified learning tasks with clear objectives. Methodology: This study utilized a pre-experimental design featuring a one-group pretest-posttest model. The sample of this study was 30 second-year foreign students studying at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies derived from a cluster random sampling method. The research tools were (1) Course lesson plan, (2) Chinese language speaking skill test, and (3) Student satisfaction questionnaire. Conduct pre-test and post-test on the sample using the Chinese speaking proficiency test, and analyze the mean, standard deviation, paired sample t-test, and one sample t-test of the data using statistics. Result: After using gamification combined with mobile learning, students' Chinese language speaking skills improved by 13.75%, surpassing the predetermined criteria of 70% and the difference was statistically significant at 0.05. Based on the scores from the statistical student satisfaction questionnaire, the overall results of Gamification combined with mobile learning by students are at a high level with (M=4.02, S.D. = 0.77) Conclusion: The study confirms that learning management using gamification combined with mobile learning significantly enhances Chinese language speaking skills it stimulates students' interest in learning, develops their independent learning ability, boosts their motivation and initiative, and caters to their individual learning needs. This is a new trend in future education.

Gameful experience and consumers’ intention to continue using running apps: the roles of brand attitude and negative online reviews

PurposeGiven the potential benefits of gamification in running apps, it is necessary to explore the impact of users’ gameful experience on their intention to continue using running apps. This study aims to empirically investigate this relationship along with the roles of brand attitude as a mediator and negative online reviews as a moderator.Design/methodology/approachThe study surveyed 332 running app users in China. The reliability and validity of measures were confirmed by confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The proposed hypotheses were verified by Process Macro.FindingsThe results show that (1) gameful experience positively impacts intention to continue using running apps, (2) brand attitude mediates the relationship between gameful experience and intention to continue using running apps and (3) negative online reviews moderate the relationship between gameful experience and brand attitude but not the relationship between brand attitude and intention to continue using running apps. Specifically, the effect of gameful experience on brand attitude decreases as users’ perception of negative online reviews increases.Originality/valueThese findings have both theoretical and practical implications for understanding the relationship among users’ gameful experience, brand attitude and intention to continue using running apps, as well as for developing effective gamification strategies to enhance user engagement and retention in running apps.

Implementasi Game 2D Edukasi Pengetahuan Islam untuk Remaja Menggunakan Unity

This research aims to address the lack of interest among children in learning basic Islamic knowledge through conventional learning methods, which are often perceived as boring. The proposed solution is the development of Unity-based educational 2D games that present basic Islamic knowledge in an engaging and interactive way. The target audience for this research is children aged 12–15 years, who are expected to show greater interest and motivation to learn Islam through more enjoyable media. The methodology employed in this research is the Waterfall method, consisting of the stages of needs analysis, system design, implementation, verification, and maintenance. The tools used include Unity software for game development and Visual Studio for C# coding. The study also utilized surveys and observations to measure the game's effectiveness in enhancing children's knowledge and engagement. Through efficient project management, it is anticipated that this educational game will become an effective and engaging learning tool for children, while contributing significantly to the field of Islamic religious education.