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http://dx.doi.org/10.7583/JKGS.2019.19.2.135

Perceived Auditory Feedback and User Experience in Mobile Game: A Mediation Analysis of Enjoyment  

Ahn, Jisoo (Health and New Media Research Institute, Hallym University)
Heo, Ji-Yeon (Dept. of Interaction Design, Hallym University)
Noh, Ghee Young (Dept. of Media School, Hallym University)
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Journal of Korea Game Society / v.19, no.2, 2019 , pp. 135-144 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study examined the role of enjoyment in the relationship between perceived auditory feedback (PAF), which provides information about the situation during game play, and user experience factors. 100 undergraduates played a mobile game, 'Classy Royale' and took a survey about their user experience. As a result of analyzing the available data from 98 participants, PROCESS MACRO showed that PAF was positively associated with enjoyment, immersion, and intention to use; enjoyment mediated the effects of PAF on immersion and intention. These results can help game research and development regarding the functional value of audio factors.
Keywords
Perceived auditory feedback; Enjoyment; Immersion; Intention to use; Mobile game; User experience;
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