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Exploring the Influence of Narrative in VR Games: Players Gameful Experience and Empathy

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Zhengya Gong
Petra Nurmela
Ashley Colley
Georgi V. Georgiev
Jonna Häkkilä
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Interactive Storytelling
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Abstract

This study delves into the influence of narrative in VR games, specifically examining how empathy-driven and neutral narratives affect player immersion and empathy. Through a custom-designed VR shooting game with hands-free eye-gaze interaction, the research compares the impact of two narrative conditions: one empathy-driven and the other neutral. The findings reveal that players exposed to the empathy-driven narrative reported significantly higher immersion, although this did not translate into greater empathic connection with the targeted group. The study highlights the complex relationship between narrative framing and empathy in VR experiences, suggesting that while narrative can enhance immersion, its influence on empathy may depend on deeper integration with gameplay mechanics. Additionally, the research explores the role of narrative in shaping various dimensions of gameful experience, such as accomplishment, challenge, and social connection. The study's unique approach of aligning narrative with interaction design to foster empathy offers valuable insights for VR game designers aiming to create more engaging and emotionally resonant experiences.
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next chapter A Shared Field of Perception: Voice Over and Focalisation in Extended Reality (XR)
Title
Exploring the Influence of Narrative in VR Games: Players Gameful Experience and Empathy
Authors
Zhengya Gong
Petra Nurmela
Ashley Colley
Georgi V. Georgiev
Jonna Häkkilä
Copyright Year
2026
Book
Interactive Storytelling

Print ISBN: 978-3-032-12404-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-032-12405-0

Copyright Year: 2026

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-12405-0_1
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