The Magic Circle: Principles of Gaming & Simulation
Author | : Jan H.G. Klabbers |
Publisher | : BRILL |
Total Pages | : 398 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789087903107 |
ISBN-13 | : 9087903103 |
Rating | : 4/5 (103 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Magic Circle: Principles of Gaming & Simulation written by Jan H.G. Klabbers and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this unique book is to outline the core of game science by presenting principles underlying the design and use of games and simulations. Game science covers three levels of discourse: the philosophy of science level, the science level, and the application or practical level. The framework presented will help to grasp the interplay between forms of knowledge and knowledge content, interplay that evolves through the action of the players.