From ancient tribal customs to the complex virtual realms of today, humans—innately drawn to play—have developed an array of fascinating games. In this digital era, contemporary video games have evolved into intricate multimedia platforms combining narrative design, interaction mechanics, and systemic thought, playing vital roles in educational simulations, cultural dissemination, and collaborative social experiments. What insights emerge from decoding the literacy embedded within such games? Dr. Sun Jing, a game studies scholar and Associate Professor at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, delves into the theme "Seeing the World through Games". With a structured, progressive methodology, she engages audiences to unlock the profound meanings intertwined within games, prompting a reevaluation of their societal and intellectual worth.
