We are constantly producing thought-leadership articles and independent research for publication in the public domain. Below is a selection.
Feature: Older gamers' playing habits
MCV, 11th November 2011
OnLive: The Future of Gaming? | [pdf]
PlayableGames review, November 2011
Researching elderly gamers | [pdf]
Mature gamers are an often overlooked audience. We performed some sample in-depth research to get a taste for their needs, 2011
Nintendo 3DS 'Out of the Box' - First Impressions | [pdf]
Review of the Nintendo 3DS - from its target audience, 2011
Will familiarity with the Wiimote affect the PlayStation Move? | [pdf]
PlayableGames Case Study, September 2010
Case Study: Doublesix Top Gun User Research | [pdf]
PlayableGames Case Study, April 2010
International game user research | [ppt]
GURSIG summit 2010, 10th March 2010
Testing with Kids - differences to adults | [ppt]
GURSIG summit 2010, 10th March 2010
Press Release: PlayableGames User Research Summit 2010 | [pdf]
PlayableGames PR, 4th March 2010
How do better motion controllers affect the game experience? | [pdf]
Motion controller (e.g. Wii, Move) research, 2010
Game Packaging Research | [pdf]
User research into game packaging design, 2010
Localisation and QA Special | [flash required]
MCV, 8th May 2009, Page 24
Serco Games Research expands QA concept
Develop, 26th February 2009
Designing Games for the Wiimote
Develop, 22nd August 2007
Soapbox: Market Research and Creativity can go hand in hand
gamesindustry.biz, 12th January 2005
Online games lobbies guidelines | [pdf]
Usability guidelines for building online lobbies in multiplayer games
Wiisearch - designing intuitive controls for users | [pdf]
Building intuition into the Wii controller
Mobile Gaming Guidelines | [pdf]
Checklist for designing better mobile games
Usability Review - Pro Evolution Soccer 6 (Xbox 360) | [pdf]
Independent research on a soccer game for the Xbox
Usability review - Red Steel | [pdf]
Independent review on a fighting game for the Wii using motion controllers
Gamebridge Papermates User Research | [pdf]
User Research for a children's Nintendo DS game
