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March 1, 2026Journal of Gaming & Virtual Worlds

Mytholudics: Games and Myth, Dom Ford (2025)

Maria K. Alberto

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This review aims to explore the connections between games and mythology as presented in Dom Ford's work.
Literature review of Mytholudics: Games and Myth by Dom Ford
Analysis of narratives and themes in game design
Evaluation of cultural studies related to gaming and myth
Identifies key themes linking mythology with game narratives
Highlights the importance of cultural context in game design
Discusses implications for understanding player engagement with myths

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Review discusses the interplay of games and mythology, highlighting cultural narratives in game design.

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Review of: Mytholudics: Games and Myth , Dom Ford (2025) Berlin and Leiden: De Gruyter Brill, 358 pp., ISBN 978-3-11134-127-9, h/bk, USD 140

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Maria K. Alberto (2026) studied this question.

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