Auditory Edge: Improvement in Player Performance in a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena Game

Abstract

A player’s performance in Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game hinge on a variety of factors, some of which are visual and auditory features of a game. In the context of the of MOBA game, gaming experts or researchers can attest to the negligence of the use of audio that can hinder the improvement of the player’s performance. To solve this trend, furnishing additional knowledge must be performed to promote enlightenment and enhancement to maximize the capabilities of the player. Consequently, this qualitative study aims to understand the connection of the improvement of player’s performance in the multiplayer online battle arena game to audio. Ten students from St. Augustine Senior High School –Tanza were purposively selected. The respondents underwent an observation while playing Mobile Legends. Subsequently, the participants were then asked to an interview with questions aiming to evaluate the experiences of the players while playing. The findings of the study revealed that the use of audio while playing Mobile Legends had a significant effect in the overall experience and immersion of the player thus enhancing the skills and improving the performance of the players. The result fosters the idea that players of MOBA games should consider more profoundly how great the edge of auditory features in improving the performance of players. It recommends that the results serve as a basis for further research with the parallel field of study. Technology is rampantly changing and constantly evolving in order to cater to the needs of the generation. At present, the younger generation is using technology as a form of way to remove stress through mobile gaming. In the context of the Philippines, the most popular mobile game at present is the Mobile Legends produced by Moontoon. The student-participants shed light on the idea that in order to savour the game one must use the whole interface and that includes the sounds. The sound effects and the voice of the characters seem to be a motivating factor for the part of the players as stated by the participants.