Why are difficult games so compelling? Whether you defeated the Soul of Cinder or heard your friend obsess over Ornstein & Smough, you’ve wondered what makes Souls games special. We’ll explore a key factor; accomplishment. Accomplishment contributes to wellbeing, and the difficulty woven into Souls games makes success hard earned. Praise the Sun! What do Souls games make us feel? Why does removing freedoms improve it? Why are Souls fans so devoted? Join us in jolly cooperation to find out!
Moderator: Juniper Muller [Psychologist, Website]
Panelists: Shell Osborne [Department Coordinator – Games Programming, CG Spectrum], Jane Cocks [Psychologist, Research Gate], Jennifer Hazel [Psychiatrist, Prescription Pixel]