Radiant Patterns in Digital Games: A Theoretical Approach Focused on Players' Eudaimonic Well-Being

• Luiz Santos Filho Federal University of Ceará http://orcid.org/0009-0004-3338-268X
• Alairton Sousa Junior Federal University of Ceará https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5744-9818
• Ticianne Darin Federal University of Ceará https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3617-5462

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/ihc_estendido.2025.16226

Abstract

This position paper addresses GranDIHC – Challenge 1 (GC 1) within the Human Well-Being dimension, promoting Radiant Patterns (RP) as an alternative approach to the use of manipulative patterns during the design process of digital games, thereby contributing scientifically to GC 1. Grounded in Self-Determination Theory (SDT), RP aim to balance the interests of the gaming industry with the eudaimonic well-being of players. By integrating a multidisciplinary perspective, RP seek to mitigate harm to players’ health and interpersonal relationships. Finally, we argue for the need to further develop and operationalize this concept, including its practical application toward the creation of games that prioritize eudaimonic well-being.

Keywords: Well-being, Self-Determination Theory, Radiant Patterns

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