The rapid evolution of mobile technology has opened up vast opportunities for the growth and development of mobile games. As people's lives become increasingly busy, mobile games are playing an increasingly important role in fostering social connections. Moreover, they have the potential to revolutionize education by providing a fun and engaging way for users to learn various knowledge. What drives the success of an excellent mobile game? Undoubtedly, emotional factors play a vital role in interaction design.

Emotion-based interaction design can evoke diverse positive emotions in players, such as feelings of accomplishment, satisfaction, flow experiences, awe, and other psychological experiences. Thus, it is essential to analyze the emotional factors in mobile game interaction design and discuss emotional interaction design principles and methods. The purpose of this article is to establish an emotional interaction design model that provides a theoretical foundation for improving mobile game design theory, expanding mobile game functions and value, meeting users' more advanced emotional needs, and guiding mobile game development and design practice.

This article begins by discussing the emotional design theory proposed by Professor Don Norman. It then explores the intersection and integration of interaction design, psychology, human factors engineering, aesthetics, and other disciplines. Corresponding to the three levels of emotional design - visceral, behavioral, and reflective - it proposes an emotional interaction design model consisting of user interface design, interaction operation design, and interaction experience design. Finally, it applies the emotional interaction design model in mobile games through case studies.

Emotional Design Principles for Mobile Games

The success of a mobile game depends on its ability to evoke positive emotions in players. Emotional design principles can help designers create engaging and enjoyable experiences. By incorporating elements such as storytelling, character development, and interactive gameplay, designers can create an emotional connection with users. The emotional interaction design model proposed in this article provides a framework for designing mobile games that cater to users' emotional needs.

Conclusion

The use of AI in mobile apps has opened up new opportunities for creating engaging and enjoyable experiences. By incorporating emotional design principles into the development process, designers can create mobile games that evoke positive emotions in players. The emotional interaction design model proposed in this article provides a theoretical foundation for improving mobile game design theory, expanding mobile game functions and value, meeting users' more advanced emotional needs, and guiding mobile game development and design practice.

References

  • Anderson, S. (2011). Seductive Interaction Design: Creating Playful, Fun, and Effective User Experiences.
  • Norman, D. (2004). Emotional Design: Why We Love (or Hate) Everyday Things.
  • Walsh, E. (2018). How to Design for Impact in Games.

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