Paused Perspective Nicholas Mackiewicz

Hosted by Nicholas Mackiewicz, the podcast covers video game micro-transactions, what they are, their affects, and what can be done about them. The podcast looks at the game Star Wars Battlefront 2 as an example of what monetization models can be and eventually should be.

Podcast Contents


Introduction to how Micro-transactions feel 0:00 - 0:40
What are micro-transactions 0:40 - 0:59
Change in micro-transaction models 0:59 - 1:19
Implementation concerns in games like BattleFront 2 1:19 - 2:02
What can be done to prevent dangerous implementations 2:02 - 3:00

Song Credits


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Sources Used


King, D., King, D., Delfabbro, P., & Delfabbro, P. (2019). Video Game Monetization (e.g., “Loot Boxes”): a Blueprint for Practical Social Responsibility Measures. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 17(1), 166–179. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-018-0009-3
Xiao, L.Y., Henderson, L.L. Towards an Ethical Game Design Solution to Loot Boxes: a Commentary on King and Delfabbro. Int J Ment Health Addiction 19, 177–192 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-019-00164-4
Perks, M. (2020). How Does Games Critique Impact Game Design Decisions? A Case Study of Monetization and Loot Boxes. Games and Culture, 15(8), 1004–1025. https://doi.org/10.1177/1555412019865848



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