Players actions

There are two different types of player actions on video games: Main actions and Gamer control.

Main actions

This type of player actions is where the character does actions such as jumping, walking, crouching and many more. For example, in Flappy bird the only things the avatar can do is fly and jump and that is pretty much it. The game could go on and on the the bird would still be flying and jumping. However this is probably one of the reasons why it is so addictive as it is repetitive but fun at the same time. Another example would be in Fifa 15, where the players can walk, rum, jump, dive and tackle. These actions can be performed depending on what the player needs at that exact moment in the match.

Gamer control

This refers as to how the gamer controls the main character in the game world using either a controller, mouse and keyboard or even their own bodies through motion sensor. A controller is a device that directs commands to the game or main character in this case by pressing different buttons and moving a joystick and that is usually connected to the gamer's console. Consoles such as PS4 and Xbox One provide their customers with controllers that they use to control the console and play games. Mouse and keyboard are pretty self explanatory. Motion sensor is a device that detects movements, mainly from people and is also connected to the console via wires or wireless connection. Motion sensors in consoles detect the person's movements by using a camera and then translate that information to the game and character so that they move in the way the gamer is moving. This allows the gamer to control the player using their own bodies. For some, this could be used for exercise and working out since it is a more fun way of working out than by running or going to the gym. Games that use motion sensors are mainly sports games and dance games. A popular console known for this is the Wii.