Completionist's Curse

There is a specific anxiety that comes from seeing a map full of unvisited icons. In "e;The Completionist's Curse,"e; gaming journalist Marcus Lee explores the psychology of "e;100%ing"e; a game. Lee argues that modern open-world design exploits our natural urge to tidy up and finish tasks, turning leisure into a second job. The book interviews game designers about "e;engagement metrics"e; and h...