<!doctype html><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en" prefix="og: http://ogp.me/ns#"> <head> <meta charset="utf-8"> <meta name="applicable-device" content="pc,mobile"> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1"> <title>Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation #004609949880 (2025-02-02)</title> <link rel="canonical" href="https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top/post/1065723489"> <link rel="stylesheet" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Poppins:wght@400;700&display=swap"> <link rel="stylesheet" href="https://x.mit-edu.top/static/css/style.css"> <script src="https://x.mit-edu.top/static/js/lazysizes.min.js" async></script> <link rel="shortcut icon" href="/favicon.ico"> <!-- Open Graph Metadata --> <meta property="og:type" content="article" /> <meta property="og:title" content="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation" /> <meta property="og:description" content="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation #004609949880 (2025-02-02)" /> <meta property="og:url" content="https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top/post/1065723489" /> <meta property="og:site_name" content="mit-edu.top" /> <meta property="og:image" content="https://x.mit-edu.top/static/images/post/12.jpg" /> <meta property="og:article:published_time" content="2025-02-01T19:39:16Z" /> <meta property="og:article:author" content="Dr. Patricia Brown" /> <meta property="og:article:section" content="mit-edu.top" /> <meta property="og:article:tag" content="Games, Mobile Games, Video Games" /> <!-- Schema.org --> <script type="application/ld+json">{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "ScholarlyArticle", "headline": "Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation #004609949880 (2025-02-02)", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dr. Patricia Brown", "affiliation": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "mit-edu.top" }, "url": "https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top/post/1065723489" }, "datePublished": "2025-02-01T19:39:16Z", "image": "https://x.mit-edu.top/static/images/post/12.jpg", "journal": { "@type": "Periodical", "name": "mit-edu.top", "issn": "10.1069/004609949880" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "mit-edu.top", "url": "https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top" }, "doi": "004609949880", "abstract": "Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation #004609949880 (2025-02-02)", "citation": { "@type": "CreativeWork", "name": "Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation", "author": "Dr. Patricia Brown", "datePublished": "2025-02-01T19:39:16Z", "url": "https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top/post/1065723489" } } </script></head> <body> <div class="site-mobile-menu site-navbar-target"> <div class="site-mobile-menu-header"> <div class="site-mobile-menu-close"> <span class="icofont-close js-menu-toggle"></span> </div> </div> <div class="site-mobile-menu-body"></div> </div> <nav class="site-nav"> <div class="container"> <div class="site-navigation"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-6 text-center order-1 order-md-2 mb-3 mb-md-0"> <a href="https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top" class="logo m-0 text-uppercase">mit-edu.top</a> </div> <div class="col-md-3 order-3 order-md-1"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </nav> <div class="section post-section pt-5"> <div class="container"> <div class="row justify-content-center"> <div class="col-lg-8"> <div class="text-center"> <img src="https://x.mit-edu.top/static/images/user/19.jpg" alt="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation" title="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation" class="author-pic img-fluid rounded-circle mx-auto"> </div> <span class="d-block text-center">Patricia Brown</span> <span class="date d-block text-center small text-uppercase text-black-50 mb-5">2025-02-02</span> <h2 class="heading text-center">Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation</h2> <p class="lead mb-4 text-center">Thanks to Patricia Brown for contributing the article "Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation". </p> <img src="https://x.mit-edu.top/static/images/post/12.jpg" alt="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation" title="Mobile Games as Persuasive Technology: Ethical Concerns and Frameworks for Regulation" class="img-fluid rounded mb-4 lazyload"> <p>Gaming's impact on education is profound, with gamified learning platforms revolutionizing how students engage with academic content. By incorporating game elements such as rewards, challenges, and progression systems into educational software, educators are able to make learning more interactive, enjoyable, and effective, catering to diverse learning styles and enhancing retention rates.</p><p>This study presents a multidimensional framework for understanding the diverse motivations that drive player engagement across different mobile game genres. By drawing on Self-Determination Theory (SDT), the research examines how intrinsic and extrinsic motivation factors—such as achievement, autonomy, social interaction, and competition—affect player behavior and satisfaction. The paper explores how various game genres (e.g., casual, role-playing, and strategy games) tailor their game mechanics to cater to different motivational drivers. It also evaluates how player motivation impacts retention, in-game purchases, and long-term player loyalty, offering a deeper understanding of game design principles and their role in shaping player experiences.</p><p>This study examines the ethical implications of data collection practices in mobile games, focusing on how player data is used to personalize experiences, target advertisements, and influence in-game purchases. The research investigates the risks associated with data privacy violations, surveillance, and the exploitation of vulnerable players, particularly minors and those with addictive tendencies. By drawing on ethical frameworks from information technology ethics, the paper discusses the ethical responsibilities of game developers in balancing data-driven business models with player privacy. It also proposes guidelines for designing mobile games that prioritize user consent, transparency, and data protection.</p><p>The allure of virtual worlds is undeniably powerful, drawing players into immersive realms where they can become anything from heroic warriors wielding enchanted swords to cunning strategists orchestrating grand schemes of conquest and diplomacy. These virtual environments transcend the mundane, offering players a chance to escape into fantastical realms filled with mythical creatures, ancient ruins, and untold mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Whether embarking on epic quests to save the realm from impending doom or engaging in fierce PvP battles against rival factions, the appeal of stepping into a digital persona and shaping their destiny is a driving force behind the gaming phenomenon.</p><p>This study delves into the various strategies that mobile game developers use to maximize user retention, including personalized content, rewards systems, and social integration. It explores how data analytics are employed to track player behavior, predict churn, and optimize engagement strategies. The research also discusses the ethical concerns related to user tracking and retention tactics, proposing frameworks for responsible data use.</p> <p> <a href="/redirect/?url=https://blog-274678001854.mit-edu.top/post/1065723489" target="_blank" class="custom-link">Link</a> </p> <p><a href="https://www.linegames.org/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://www.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://www.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://www.free-giftcodes.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://www.gifthub.com.ru/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://989751088516-edu.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://760674547675-edu.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a><a href="https://577172271146-edu.free-giftcodes.com/" 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