The role of psychology in understanding the impact of computer games

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Measuring engagement in video game-based environments: Investigation of the User Engagement Scale (2014, methodology): “They note that self-determination theory (Ryan & Deci, 2000) helps explain how intrinsic motivation—driven by factors such as the need for competence—is an important precursor for engagement (Boyle et al., 2011; Przybylski et al., 2010).”
A systematic literature review of empirical evidence on computer games and serious games (2012, methodology): “The games terms were derived from a previous search carried out on the evaluation of computer games (Connolly et al., 2008) and addressed the variety of games that might be played: ( “ computer games ” OR “ video games ” OR “ serious games ” OR “ simulation games ” OR “ games-based learning ” OR…”
Game-based Learning and 21st century skills: A review of recent research (2016, background): “Speci ﬁ cally, effective learning is situated, active, and problem-based and requires immediate feedback (e.g., Boyle, Connolly, & Hainey, 2011).”
The Model for Introduction of Gamification into E-learning in Higher Education (2015, background): “Modern theories of effective learning suggest that learning is most effective when it is active, experiential, situated, problem-based, and provides immediate feedback (Boyle, Connolly, & Hainey, 2011).”