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http://dx.doi.org/10.7583/JKGS.2022.22.1.3

A Study on Transtextuality and Effect on Replayability of Easter Eggs in Digital Games  

Nam, Seo-Hyun (Department of Content Convergence, Ewha Womans University)
Han, Hye-Won (Department of Content Convergence, Ewha Womans University)
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Journal of Korea Game Society / v.22, no.1, 2022 , pp. 3-18 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study focuses on transtextuality of Easter egg and its effect on replayability. This paper categorizes Easter eggs of digital game into five types based on game elements, and applies Gerard Genette's transtextuality theory by analyzing function and meaning of Easter eggs based on quotation, allusion, and annotation of intertext and paratext. In conclusion, Easter eggs as transtext form game ritual by linking inside and outside of the game, as well as developers and players. Through this process, Easter egg enhances replayability of digital games by extending the narrative of the game.
Keywords
Digital game; Easter egg; Transtextuality; Replayability;
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