From power asymmetry to collective action: Brazilian developers in the digital games ecosystem

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Charles Kirschbaum, Luiz Ojima Sakuda
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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of the article is to explore the perceptions of Brazilian game developers about the power relations between them and the sponsors of digital game platforms. It also aims to identify forms of collective action that developers can use to counteract the asymmetry of power.

Design/methodology/approach

The research employed an abductive approach, seeking empirical evidence that would challenge consolidated theory. To achieve this, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 25 Brazilian developers. The data were analyzed qualitatively using NVivo software. The aim was to resolve theoretical ambiguities identified in the literature review and to explore unexpected findings.

Findings

The study explores Brazilian game developers' perceptions through interviews, revealing their experiences within the industry’s concentrated structure and their use of collective action to navigate power dynamics.

Research limitations/implications

The study's focus on Brazil limits the generalizability of its findings to the broader game development industry.

Practical implications

The study suggests Brazilian game devs can leverage collective action to counteract power imbalance with platforms, collaborate through events and projects and facilitate internationalization of their games.

Social implications

The study suggests collective action could empower developers to challenge platform dominance and foster a stronger community among Brazilian game developers.

Originality/value

The article’s value lies in examining Brazilian devs' experiences within their specific industry context and highlighting collective action as a potential strategy for developers.

从权力不对称到集体行动:数字游戏生态系统中的巴西开发者
目的本文旨在探讨巴西游戏开发者对其与数字游戏平台赞助商之间权力关系的看法。设计/方法/途径本研究采用了归纳法,以寻求能对综合理论提出质疑的经验证据。为此,对 25 名巴西开发人员进行了半结构化访谈。使用 NVivo 软件对数据进行了定性分析。研究结果该研究通过访谈探讨了巴西游戏开发者的看法,揭示了他们在行业集中结构中的经历,以及他们利用集体行动驾驭权力动态的方式。研究局限/意义该研究以巴西为重点,限制了研究结果在更广泛的游戏开发行业中的推广性。实践意义研究表明,巴西游戏开发者可以利用集体行动来抵消与平台之间的权力失衡,通过活动和项目进行合作,并促进其游戏的国际化。社会意义研究表明,集体行动可以增强开发者挑战平台主导地位的能力,并在巴西游戏开发者中培养一个更强大的社区。原创性/价值文章的价值在于研究了巴西开发者在其特定行业背景下的经验,并强调集体行动是开发者的一种潜在策略。
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