are the phenomena that occur when virtual reality elements - primarily from video games - are associated with real life elements triggering subsequent thoughts, sensations and / or behaviour among experiencers / players

…immersion in the video game environment can influence the player during the game and afterwards (including fantasies, thoughts, and actions).1

1. Ortiz de Gotari, A., Aronsson, K. & Griffiths, M.D. (2011). “Game Transfer Phenomena in Video Game Playing: A Qualitative Interview Study”. International Journal of Cyber Behavior, Psychology and Learning 1(3), 15-33.

Game Transfer Phenomena can be classified into two main categories:

  • Involuntary experiences:
  • Dreams
  • Automatic thoughts
  • Alteration of sensory perception
  • Automatic behaviours
  • Intentional integrations:
  • Using video games as interacting mediums or tools
  • Modelling game character and game events
  • Daydreaming about video games

    • When people become engaged in games they may experience psychological absorption. More commonly known as ‘immersion’, this refers to when individual logical integration of thoughts, feelings and experiences is suspended.2

    2. Ortiz de Gotari, A., Aronsson, K. & Griffiths, M.D. (2011). “Game Transfer Phenomena in Video Game Playing: A Qualitative Interview Study”. International Journal of Cyber Behavior, Psychology and Learning 1(3), 15-33. Pg 1.