Unit Award Scheme

117700 INTRODUCTION TO VIDEOGAMES

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
experienced
0	Discussing the concept of ‘Playability’ within videogames	Summary sheet
experienced
0	Playing and/or observing the gameplay within a variety of videogames	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
1	suggest what the function of videogames is and/or the reasons why people play them	Summary sheet
2	identify the main different videogame types by identifying the common gameplay elements	Summary sheet
3	suggest at least two reasons why a person might play a certain type of videogame, eg fighting, racing, puzzle	Summary sheet
4	identify the main different gameplay perspectives, eg first-person, third-person, side view	Summary sheet
5	analyse and rate a videogame’s ‘playability’, eg based on satisfaction, learning, efficiency, motivation, emotion, socialisation	Summary sheet
6	identify and/or suggest the key benefits and drawbacks of playing videogames	Summary sheet
7	suggest at least two common stereotypical traits of a 'gamer’.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 25 August 2022Level - Entry Level