Players’ Perception in Video Games With Horror Narrative: Analysis of the Audiovisual Features in Resident Evil

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10.2991/978-94-6463-596-6_19How to use a DOI?

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Horror Video Games; Player Perception; Audiovisual Elements; Player Interaction

Abstract

The analysis focuses on the perception of players in horror video games, particularly in Resident Evil (Biohazard in Japan), recognized for its narrative and challenges. It investigates how audiovisual elements, such as setting and music, influence the experience. The results underline the importance of these elements in generating fear and tension. The player’s interaction in the perception of terror is highlighted. In conclusion, the study shows the relevance of audiovisual elements and interaction to create a shocking horror experience in Resident Evil and similar games.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Renzo Marcos Huaman
AU  - Arnau Gifreu-Castells
AU  - Yasmin Sayan-Casquino
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/12/17
TI  - Players’ Perception in Video Games With Horror Narrative: Analysis of the Audiovisual Features in Resident Evil
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Communication and Applied Technologies 2024 (ICOMTA 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 209
EP  - 219
SN  - 2667-128X
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-596-6_19
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-596-6_19
ID  - Huaman2024
ER  -