Metaphors represent a powerful cognitive tool through which it is possible to facilitate the understanding of abstract concepts or concepts belonging to unfamiliar domains. In the field of Serious Games (SGs), metaphors connect the user's previous experience in the game domain to the information load that is intended to be conveyed. This paper presents a prototype of a model for the design of SGs based on the extensive use of the concept of metaphor. As a case study, the design of the digital SG BubbleMumble is introduced. BubbleMumble is intended to convey the fundamental concepts behind the extracellular vesicle biogenesis and production processes exploiting metaphor-driven SG design.
The Role of Metaphor in Serious Games Design: the BubbleMumble Case Study
Allegra Mario;Bongiovanni Antonella;Cusimano Antonella;Dal Grande Valentina;Gentile Manuel;Kisslinger Annamaria;La Guardia Dario;Liguori Giovanna;Lo Presti Fabrizio;Perna Salvatore;Picciotto Sabrina;Ottaviano Simona;Signa Alessandro
2021
Abstract
Metaphors represent a powerful cognitive tool through which it is possible to facilitate the understanding of abstract concepts or concepts belonging to unfamiliar domains. In the field of Serious Games (SGs), metaphors connect the user's previous experience in the game domain to the information load that is intended to be conveyed. This paper presents a prototype of a model for the design of SGs based on the extensive use of the concept of metaphor. As a case study, the design of the digital SG BubbleMumble is introduced. BubbleMumble is intended to convey the fundamental concepts behind the extracellular vesicle biogenesis and production processes exploiting metaphor-driven SG design.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
