Jane McGonigal

Jane McGonigal
Jane McGonigalis an American game designer and author who advocates the use of mobile and digital technology to channel positive attitudes and collaboration in a real world context...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionDesigner
Date of Birth21 October 1977
CountryUnited States of America
believe games optimism
There is no problem that doesn't have some underlying need for more optimism, stamina, resilience and collaboration. And games are, I believe, the best platform we have for providing that.
real games play
Every game we play activates our brain, and it's the same brain we have in real life as we have in the game.
believe epic winning
Gamers always believe that an epic win is possible and that it's always worth trying and trying now.
reality games broken
Reality is broken. Game designers can fix it.
determination creativity games
When we play a game, we tackle tough challenges with more creativity, more determination, more optimism, and we're more likely to reach out to others for help.
stress games play
When we play games, our brains respond differently to stress and obstacles. We're better able to control our attention and ignore distractions.
accomplish i-realized wrong-things
I didn't accomplish what I set out to do, but I realized I had set out to do the wrong things
opportunity emotional opposites
A game is an opportunity to focus our energy, with relentless optimism, at something we’re good at (or getting better at) and enjoy. In other words, gameplay is the direct emotional opposite of depression.
serious-illness smoking challenges
Scientists have demonstrated that dramatic, positive changes can occur in our lives as a direct result of facing an extreme challenge - whether it's coping with a serious illness, daring to quit smoking, or dealing with depression. Researchers call this 'post-traumatic growth.'