Gamify to Amplify? Relative Performance Information and Immersion Game Elements

Journal
13th EIASM Conference on Performance Measurement and Management Control, Barcelona
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2025-09
Author(s)
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Abstract
We investigate the interaction between relative performance information and immersion game elements. We argue that immersion game elements can increase the effect of relative performance information through individuals’ identification with avatars as representational identities. Accordingly, we hypothesize that immersion game elements can increase the effect of relative performance information on individuals’ performance. Results from a pre-registered 2x2 lab experiment with 105 participants provide support for our hypotheses. This study contributes to the literature on relative performance information and provides valuable insights for designers of management control systems.
Language
English
Keywords
Gamification
Performance Management
Immersion Game Elements
Management Control
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Event Location
Barcelona
Event Date
08/09/2025
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