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1 document by University of Silesia in Katowice in the Game Industry Library, the newest “Love in Games: Exploring Emotional Connections with Characters” (2026).
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Love in Games: Exploring Emotional Connections with Characters
Love in Games: Exploring Emotional Connections with Renata Ntelia∗ Joleen Blom Magdalena Bednorz School of Engineering and Physical Tampere Game Research Lab University of Silesia in Katowice Sciences Tampere University Katowice, Poland University of Lincoln Tampere, Finland [email protected] Lincoln, United Kingdom…
- Love and romance in games represent a significant industry revenue driver, exemplified by the commercial success of mainstream titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and dedicated dating-sims such as Love and Deepspace.
- Despite the emotional depth and economic significance of player-character relationships, academic research on 'game love' remains fragmented and often hindered by a stigma regarding its scholarly value.
- The field of study encompasses diverse emotional attachments, ranging from romantic and friendly connections to object-oriented and possessive behaviors toward virtual characters.
University of LincolnOct 2026
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