: Players interact with real people rather than NPCs, creating social dynamics that mirror real-world consequences.
The transition from real-world interactions to online environments can shift human cognition into entirely different domains. Final Report - Finfluencers - IOSCO real-play-illusion
: Advanced simulations can lead to a "proprioceptive illusion," where players begin to integrate external digital avatars or devices into their own body representation. 2. Cognitive & Perceptual Distortions : Players interact with real people rather than
: Repeated exposure to misinformation in a "playful" or social context can make false statements seem subjectively true, especially if they are presented by trustworthy-seeming influencers or "finfluencers". 🏛️ Social and Psychological Impacts
: A tendency to perceive meaningful patterns (like faces or voices) in random or nebulous stimuli, often heightening the "reality" of an illusion. 🏛️ Social and Psychological Impacts