Harvard-style bibliography

Author

Chandler, H. and Chandler, R.(2009) "Fundamentals of Game Development". London. Foundations of Game Development.

Reader

Tinsman. B, (2008), "The Inventors Guidebook", New York, Morgan James Publishing, "Insiders view", Jordan Weissman, P155

Journal

Adachi, P.J. and Willoughby, T. (2013) "More than just fun and games: The longitudinal relationships between strategic video games, self-reported problem solving skills, and academic grades,  Journal of Youth and Adolescence", 42, 1041-1051. doi:10.1007/s10964-013-9913-9

Caillois's Terminology

How games you know well allow for gameplay that can be defined as either paidia and/or ludus

I feel that Bioshock can be defined under Ludus. Throughout the game you are told to follow strict missions and objectives on a very refined route that runs through the game, Not allowing the player to 'Free roam' or do things they might enjoy more. Without following these objectives and missions you would not be allowed to progress through the game.

I feel that GTA V can be defined under paidia. One of the biggest selling points about the GTA franchise is the ability for the player to Free roam throughout the game right from the start. This gives players the option to do missions within the game, or do whatever they want during free roam, Giving players a freedom and much more enjoyable experience when playing being able to choose exactly what they want to do and not being forced to follow Rules within the game.

How games you know well fit into the categories of agon / alea / ilinx / mimicry or combinations thereof.

I feel that the Halo franchise fits into the Agon category. Besides its standard campaign option the majority of the game revolves around online competitive 4v4 matchmaking game types including Team Deathmatch, Capture the flag, Oddball, King of the Hill, Free for all and many more. Needless to say all of theses game types are strictly based on getting the most kills or completing the objective in order for your team to win. 

Blog Interview questions

What is the title of the book (fiction) you are currently reading, or
what is the title of the last fiction book you read? - Game of Thrones

What is the title/topic of the book (non-fiction) you are currently
reading, or what is the title/topic of the last non-fiction book you
read? - Richard Pryor

What is the last live performance (music, drama or dance) you
attended? - Professor Green Live

What is the title of the last film you saw at the cinema / online or
watched on DVD? - Pulp Fiction

How often do you read a newspaper? (Which one? Online or physical?) - Online usually daily if i have enough spare time

Which art gallery / museum / exhibition did you last visit? - London Natural history museum

How many hours a week do you spend playing video games? - 20+ Hours

How many hours a week do you spend playing games other than video
games? - 3+