The Timing Game for Research on Temporal Perception

Alan Floriano Teixeira; André Luiz Brandão; André Kazuo Yasui; André Cravo; João Paulo Gois

doi:10.5753/jis.2025.5024

Authors

Alan Floriano Teixeira Federal University of ABC https://orcid.org/0009-0000-8966-8346
André Luiz Brandão Federal University of ABC https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9179-0495
André Kazuo Yasui Federal University of ABC https://orcid.org/0009-0006-9156-2333
André Cravo Federal University of ABC https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8580-5697
João Paulo Gois Federal University of ABC https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9437-6943

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5753/jis.2025.5024

Keywords:

Temporal Perception, Serious Games, Game Design, User Engagement, Mobile Gaming, Human-Computer Interaction, Computational Neuroscience

Abstract

This study presents a novel design and development for the Timing Game, a Serious Game for improving Temporal Perception Research. Often repetitive and time-consuming, traditional lab tasks are converted into engaging 2D mobile minigames through innovative design and compelling narratives. The game features two modes: Arcade, which focuses on specific temporal tasks, and Story, which integrates these tasks into a cohesive narrative. Enhancing user engagement improves data quality, providing deeper insights into temporal perception. The paper details the development process, including user feedback and expert consultations, and makes the game available for further research, demonstrating the potential of Serious Games in scientific applications.

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