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Celia Hodent

Episode 32

Of Building Bridges, Games Ethics and Psychology

How does a gamer’s brain work? There is no better person to answer this question than Celia Hodent. Not only is she the author of multiple books, one with that exact title (The Gamer’s Brain), but she also holds a PhD in psychology, is an accomplished expert and strategist regarding user experience (UX) and has 16 years of valuable experience in working at successful game studios (Ubisoft, LucasArts and Epic Games).

In this episode of our IPTIA podcast, Celia talks about her journey throughout her unique career, the psychological aspects and possibilities of gaming, user experience, and the ethics behind it.

Celia Hodent

UX strategist, author and psychologist

Celia Hodent, PhD in psychology, is recognized as a leader in the application of user experience and cognitive science in the game industry. Through her 16-year experience in game studios (Ubisoft, LucasArts, & director of UX at Epic Games), she has contributed in advancing the topics of UX strategy, inclusion, and ethics in games. Author of the critically acclaimed book The Gamer’s Brain, Celia is the founder of the Game UX Summit & Ethical Games, and works today as an independent consultant.

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