Digital Games and Design Patterns: A Critical Game Prototype to Inspire Reflections on Their Consequences

• 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
• Giovanna Ribeiro Federal University of Ceará https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1662-3638
• Ticianne Darin Federal University of Ceará https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3617-5462

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/wiplay.2024.245478

Abstract

This article proposes a demonstration at the III WIPlay of a critical game prototype, based on Self-Determination Theory (SDT), with the aim of verifying whether the game encourages reflection on the use of deceptive design patterns in digital games. The demonstration will include a playtest followed by a discussion to identify issues and improve the prototype. The demonstration aims to assess the prototype's content before proceeding with the development of high-fidelity interfaces, ensuring that the message is being understood by the players.

Keywords: Game Design, Digital Games, Critical Game

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