This study aims to create a pattern language to support practitioners who intend to introduce game-based learning in online environments. Interviews were conducted with four instructors currently practicing game-based learning at an online school for digital games. We created a pattern language comprising 18 patterns to support the introduction of game-based learning. A workshop was conducted using the prototype of the pattern language. The results indicated that workshop with these patterns is useful for sharing and exchanging practical knowledge regarding game-based learning among instructors.

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This study explored the relationship between creativity and preference for digital game genres among university students. A survey was conducted on 336 first- and second-year students at a private university. They were asked to indicate how much they liked each of the 19 digital game genres and identify their creativity. The results showed a significant difference in preference among the digital game genres. In addition, significant differences in preference for digital game genres were found among the groups divided by creativity: action, adventure, puzzle/quiz, strategic simulation, shooting, table game, board game, study/learning/training, and sound novel. This suggests that the favorite digital game genres differ depending on the differences in creativity.

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The Digital Games Research Association Japan became a general incorporated association on April 1, 2022. In this article, I summarized the process and work description of the incorporation from the position as a member of the society office and general affairs committee. In particular, I wrote about the representative system and the change in the fiscal year, which affect activity of members.

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