Algorithm Trap

Are you playing the game, or is the game playing you? Behind every modern video game is an army of psychologists and data scientists whose only goal is your time. 'The Algorithm Trap' deconstructs the mechanics of the modern entertainment industry. We look at loot boxes, daily quests, and the precise dosing of dopamine that keeps you glued to the screen. It is an analysis of digital manipulation that appeals to your primal instincts. Why can't we stop, even when we're no longer having fun? We examine the dark patterns of game design and how to reclaim control over your free time. This book is a wakeup call for anyone who feels their hobby has become a second job. Understand the system before the timer runs out. Reclaim your agency in the digital world. We show you how to recognize the psychological hooks used by developers and how to build a healthy relationship with gaming. It's about making the game a joy again, not a digital chore. Learn the industry's tricks to defend your own freedom of action in the virtual space. Your attention is the currency they want to steal—don't give it up without a fight. The trap is set; it's time to learn how to walk through it without getting caught.