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Energy Cost and Game Flow of 5 Exer-games in Trained Players

2012; PNG Publications; Volume: 37; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês

10.5993/ajhb.37.3.10

1945-7359

Shaw Bronner, Russell Pinsker, J. Adam Noah,

Physical Activity and Health

To determine energy expenditure and player experience in exer-games designed for novel platforms.Energy cost of 7 trained players was measured in 5 music-based exer-games. Participants answered a questionnaire about "game flow," experience of enjoyment, and immersion in game play.Energy expenditure during game play ranged from moderate to vigorous intensity (4 - 9 MET). Participant achieved highest MET levels and game flow while playing StepMania and lowest MET levels and game flow when playing Wii Just Dance 3(®) and Kinect Dance Central™.Game flow scores positively correlated with MET levels. Physiological measurement and game flow testing during game development may help to optimize exer-game player activity and experience.