Implications for Serious Game Design: Quantification of Cognitive Stimulation in Virtual Reality Puzzle Games through MSC and SpEn EEG Analysis

This paper investigates the cognitive stimulation experienced by players engaging in virtual reality (VR) puzzle games through the analysis of electroencephalography (EEG) data. The study employs magnitude-square coherence (MSC) and spectral entropy (SpEn) metrics to quantify neural activity pattern...

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Published in:Electronics (Basel) 2024-06, Vol.13 (11), p.2017
Main Authors: GomezRomero-Borquez, Jesus, Del-Valle-Soto, Carolina, Del-Puerto-Flores, José A, Castillo-Soria, Francisco R, Maciel-Barboza, F. M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Algorithms
Analysis
Brain
Brain research
Cognition & reasoning
Cognitive ability
Cognitive development
Cognitive tasks
Coherence
Collaboration
Computational linguistics
Computer & video games
Decision-making
Design
Electroencephalography
Entropy
Language processing
Medical research
Memory
Natural language interfaces
Neurosciences
Players
Problem solving
Skills
Stimulation
Video games
Virtual reality
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Summary:This paper investigates the cognitive stimulation experienced by players engaging in virtual reality (VR) puzzle games through the analysis of electroencephalography (EEG) data. The study employs magnitude-square coherence (MSC) and spectral entropy (SpEn) metrics to quantify neural activity patterns associated with problem-solving processes during gameplay. Results reveal unique coherence and entropy profiles across different VR gaming tasks, with Tetris gameplay eliciting heightened coherence and entropy values compared to other games. Specifically, Tetris demonstrates increased coherence between frontal and temporal brain regions, indicative of enhanced visuospatial processing and decision making. These findings underscore the importance of considering both spectral coherence and entropy when assessing the cognitive effects of video game tasks on brain activity. Insights from this study may inform the design of serious VR games aimed at promoting cognitive development and problem-solving skills in players.
ISSN:2079-9292
2079-9292
DOI:10.3390/electronics13112017