The Automation and Commodification of Sociability in China. A Case Study of the Mobile Game Honor of Kings

Key Points

• The findings reveal a transformation in sociability driven by the automation of digital interactions.
• This analysis demonstrates that automation has reshaped how individuals engage socially within mobile gaming environments.
• Exploration of the impact of commodification on social dynamics within Honor of Kings shows significant shifts in engagement.
• Findings suggest that the changes in sociability within this mobile game reflect broader trends in contemporary Chinese society.

Abstract