A Multimodal Approach to Video Games and the Player Experience

1 Introduction

2 A Multimodal Approach to Ludonarratology

3 Theoretical Conceptualisation of the Ludonarrative Model

4 Ludonarrative Dissonance

5 Ludonarrative Resonance

6 Ludonarrative (Ir)relevance and the Player Experience

7 Methodological Considerations in the Ludonarrative Model

8 Narration I - Players' Mental Models

9 Narration II - Video Game Narrative Analysis Framework

10 Gameplay I - Players' Actions and Mechanics

11 Gameplay II - Loop, Phase Types, and Stage(s)

12 Video Games as Ludonarrative: Application and Future Directions