December 2020 PMID 33384898

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review.

Shiva Khoshnoud, Federico Alvarez Igarzábal, Marc Wittmann

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What people are saying

Several discussions express enthusiasm for the article, such as acknowledgments of its contributions to understanding flow states in gaming, using phrases like 'happy to share' and mentioning the publication in peer-reviewed outlets. The tone indicates a positive reception, with some users linking the topic to broader neuroscience interests, demonstrating moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance and validity of the review, with some expressing enthusiasm about its findings.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest, highlighted by words like 'happy to share,' 'review paper,' and hashtags emphasizing neuroscience and gaming, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments are somewhat involved, referencing the paper's content and simply sharing their excitement, though without deep analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest that the publication is viewed as noteworthy, especially given the emphasis on its recent publication and relevance to neuroscience and gaming communities.

Abstract in brief

  • The flow state is a highly focused and pleasurable experience that video games often aim to induce, with research exploring its physiological and neural basis.
  • Studies have shown inconsistent results regarding the exact mechanisms driving flow, but there are suggested links between physiological and neural markers and aspects like arousal, attention, reward, and self-awareness.
  • Overall, despite varied findings, there appears to be a connection between certain brain and body signals and the cognitive experiences during flow, which can help improve game design and our understanding of this mental state.

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ShivaKhoshnoud
@KhoshnoudShiva · X

happy to share that our review paper entitled "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review" is now published at @thePeerJ . Flow: physiological & neural correlates https://t.co/F37B9Vq8J6

Dec 18, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 89 followers View post →
Federico Alvarez
@fedealvarezi · X

Our review paper (@KhoshnoudShiva @fedealvarezi @marcwittmann) "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review" is now published at @thePeerJ :) https://t.co/RhtG57iJoL https://t.co/qxwVCBMIDK

Dec 18, 2020 · 1 like · 525 followers View post →
PeerJ Publishing
@thePeerJ · X

Khoshnoud et al. examine peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games Read the @thePeerJ article https://t.co/884lR8ySQC #videogames #gaming #neuroscience #Neurophysiology https://t.co/1Qc12rsByt

Dec 18, 2020 · 20,702 followers View post →
Mrs. Video Game
@mrsvideogame · X

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review https://t.co/qQJCRUsvJA

Apr 10, 2021 · 2,621 followers View post →
Mrs. Video Game
@mrsvideogame · X

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review. https://t.co/Wb0A8cBWk5

Jan 2, 2021 · 2,621 followers View post →
Marc Wittmann
@marcwittmann · X

RT @KhoshnoudShiva: happy to share that our review paper entitled "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience wh…

Dec 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,508 followers View post →

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Mrs. Video Game
@mrsvideogame · X

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review https://t.co/qQJCRUsvJA

Apr 10, 2021 · 2,621 followers View post →
tanisha_dd
@tanisha_dd · X

RT @KhoshnoudShiva: happy to share that our review paper entitled "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience wh…

Jan 24, 2021 · 2 shares · 6 followers View post →
Mrs. Video Game
@mrsvideogame · X

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review. https://t.co/Wb0A8cBWk5

Jan 2, 2021 · 2,621 followers View post →
Neural Correlates
@NeuralCorrelate · X

Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review. https://t.co/SyjMnJwFgD

Jan 2, 2021 · 88 followers View post →
PeerJ Publishing
@thePeerJ · X

Khoshnoud et al. examine peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games Read the @thePeerJ article https://t.co/884lR8ySQC #videogames #gaming #neuroscience #Neurophysiology https://t.co/1Qc12rsByt

Dec 18, 2020 · 20,702 followers View post →
Federico Alvarez
@fedealvarezi · X

Our review paper (@KhoshnoudShiva @fedealvarezi @marcwittmann) "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review" is now published at @thePeerJ :) https://t.co/RhtG57iJoL https://t.co/qxwVCBMIDK

Dec 18, 2020 · 1 like · 525 followers View post →
Marc Wittmann
@marcwittmann · X

RT @KhoshnoudShiva: happy to share that our review paper entitled "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience wh…

Dec 18, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,508 followers View post →
ShivaKhoshnoud
@KhoshnoudShiva · X

happy to share that our review paper entitled "Peripheral-physiological and neural correlates of the flow experience while playing video games: a comprehensive review" is now published at @thePeerJ . Flow: physiological & neural correlates https://t.co/F37B9Vq8J6

Dec 18, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 89 followers View post →
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