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Article History

Received: 27 March 2025

Revised: 19 November 2025

Accepted: 25 November 2025

First Online: 26 February 2026

Declarations

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: This study was conducted in accordance with the ethical guidelines set forth by the University of Wollongong in Dubai. Given that this research involved the analysis of publicly available game reviews, it did not require formal approval from an institutional ethics review board. No personally identifiable data were collected, and all user-generated content was anonymized in adherence to ethical research principles.

: Not applicable. This study utilized publicly available data from digital game distribution platforms (Steam and Meta Quest) without direct interaction with human participants. As such, no consent to participate was required.

: Not applicable. The dataset used in this study consists of publicly accessible game reviews, and no proprietary or confidential information was disclosed. The findings of this research are presented in aggregate form to ensure no individual user can be identified.

: The author declares no competing interests. The study was carried out independently, and no conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise, influenced the research process or its findings.