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The influence of pattern language: Bridging physical and digital architecture in video game design through the case of The WitcherIII
Univ Politecn Madrid, Sch Architecture, Madrid 28040, Spain.
Univ Politecn Madrid, Sch Architecture, Madrid 28040, Spain.
Malmö University, Faculty of Technology and Society (TS), Department of Computer Science and Media Technology (DVMT).ORCID iD: 0000-0003-3924-7484
Univ Politecn Madrid, Sch Architecture, Madrid 28040, Spain.
2025 (English)In: IxD&A: Interaction Design and Architecture(s), ISSN 1826-9745, E-ISSN 2283-2998, no 66, p. 194-225Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Christopher Alexander introduced in 1997 the concept of "pattern language" as a framework for architectural design. Subsequently, video game designers and programmers sought to integrate these design patterns into the creation of virtual cities. These underlying design patterns, embedded within digital architectures, often stem from fundamental principles already present in physical architecture, despite their intangible nature. While the patterns cannot be physically touched, navigating through these virtual environments offers a sensory experience that requires careful planning. Therefore, developing an analytical method to elucidate these design patterns inherent in the materialization and design of digital worlds becomes urgent. By using an applied approach to delve into The Witcher III video game, the main objective is to establish a methodology that unveils the implicit connections within these non-physical realities. Finally, this method aims to identify significant insights applicable to the design of architectural environments within video games by considering architectural, urban and social parameters.

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Association for Smart Learning Ecosystems and Regional Development , 2025. no 66, p. 194-225
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Interaction Design, Virtual City, Digital architecture, Design patern, Data visualization, Videogame Design
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Human Computer Interaction
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URN: urn:nbn:se:mau:diva-82825DOI: 10.55612/s-5002-066-008ISI: 001688393000009OAI: oai:DiVA.org:mau-82825DiVA, id: diva2:2041152
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