Exploring Identity Expression through Character Customisation in Video Games

Hi, thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey. I’m conducting research on how character customisation in video games allows players to express their identities and interact socially. Your insights will be invaluable in understanding these dynamics. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete, and all responses will be kept confidential. You can opt-out of the survey whenever you want.

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* 1. What is your age?

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* 2. What is your gender?

Male

Female

Non-binary

Genderqueer

Prefer Not to Say

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Which country do you currently reside in?

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* 4. How often do you play video games?

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* 5. What type of video games do you play most frequently?

Role-Playing Games (RPGs)

Life Simulation Games

Open-World Games

Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs)

Sandbox Games

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* 6. Do you usually customise your character in games?

Yes

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* 7. How important is character customisation to your overall gaming experience?

Extremely important

Very important

Somewhat important

Not so important

Not at all important

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* 8. What aspects of character customisation do you value the most?

Visual Appearance (e.g., hairstyles, clothing, body type)

Skills & Abilities (e.g., special powers, combat skills)

Backstory and Lore (e.g., character history, personality traits)

Equipment and Gear (e.g., weapons, armour, accessories)

Voice and Dialogue Options (e.g., voice type, dialogue choices)

Customization of Home or Space (e.g., personal spaces, housing)

Emotes and Gestures (e.g., animations, expressions)

Other (please specify)

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* 9. Do you feel that your customised character reflects your personal identity?

A great deal

A lot

A moderate amount

A little

None at all

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* 10. Have you ever felt judged based on your character's appearance or customisation?

Yes

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* 11. How do you perceive players with rare skins or unique character design?

Positive

Neutral

Negative

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* 12. Do you think character customisation influences how you interact with other players?

Yes

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* 13. Can you describe a specific experience where character customisation impacted your gameplay or social interactions?

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* 14. How does character customisation in video games influence your sense of identity?

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* 15. Can you describe a memorable experience where character customisation enhanced your gaming experience?

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* 16. What specific features do you wish were available in character customisation options?

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* 17. How do you feel when you create a character that reflects your personal style or preferences?

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* 18. In what ways do you think character customisation affects player engagement and immersion in a game?

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* 19. How do you approach character creation: do you prefer to create a version of yourself or a completely different character?

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* 20. What role do you think character customisation plays in the overall enjoyment of a game?

Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey on character customisation in video games. Your insights are incredibly valuable in exploring how players express their identities through their characters. The information you’ve provided will help deepen the understanding of how character creation influences identity expression. Your answers will be for research purposes only.