Addiction by Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas
In Addiction by Design, Natasha Dow Schüll investigates machine gambling in Las Vegas, revealing how slot machines and video poker are meticulously crafted to foster addiction. Drawing on extensive fieldwork, the book exposes the psychological and technological strategies that keep players immersed, offering a critical look at the gaming industry's influence on behavior and society.
About This Book
Addiction by Design delves into the world of machine gambling in Las Vegas, examining how these devices are engineered to captivate users.
The book highlights the intersection of technology and human behavior, focusing on the mechanisms that drive prolonged engagement with gambling machines.
Through detailed analysis, it uncovers the societal implications of such designs in the gaming industry.
Schüll's research provides insights into the addictive potential of interactive technologies beyond traditional gambling contexts.
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