English language
Published April 5, 2010 by McFarland & Co..
The functions of role-playing games
how participants create community, solve problems and explore identity
3 stars
(1 review)
"This analytical study takes a deeper look at the world of role-playing games, providing a theoretical framework for understanding their more acute psychological and sociological functions. The study also offers a detailed participant-observer ethnography on role-playing games, featuring insightful interviews with 19 participants of table-top, live action and virtual role-playing games"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects
- Fantasy games -- Social aspects
- Role playing -- Social aspects