Tilt phenomenon: Level of tilting and level of impulsive behavior of online mobile gamers in a Private Higher Education Institution

Abstract

This study aimed to know the Tilt Phenomenon: Level of Tilting and Level of Impulsive Behavior of Online Mobile Gamers in a Private Higher Education Institution. The 171 College of Arts and Science who participated in the study’s sample were chosen by simple random sampling. A face to face survey was utilized to collect quantitative data as part of the descriptive comparative research design. A rating scale and survey questionnaires were provided by the researchers for the study. Using the Level of Anger Scale (LAS) by DiGiuseppe and Plutchik's Impulsivity Scale by Psiquiatr as an instrument. The data's results underwent statistical analysis using both descriptive (frequency count, percentage, mean, and standard deviation) and inferential methods (T-test and ANOVA). The results revealed that male respondents made up a bigger portion of the sample. Additionally, when classified by tilting levels, they were assessed, revealing an overall high level. Both sex respondents exhibited high tilting levels, and across types of online mobile gaming and online mobile gaming durations, high tilting levels were consistently observed. The study also explored impulsive behavior, revealing a prevalent high level. Both sexes, across types of online mobile gaming and online mobile gaming durations, exhibited high impulsive behavior. Additionally, the study’s findings showed that the results of the analysis showed non-significant differences between tilting levels and demographic variables, supporting the null hypothesis of no significant difference. The study also showed non-significant differences, reinforcing the null hypothesis of no significant difference in impulsive behavior. The findings indicate that, within the College of Arts and Sciences, students engage in online mobile gaming with considerable tilting and impulsive behavior, but these behaviors do not significantly differ based on demographic factors, types of online mobile gaming, and online mobile gaming durations. The research contributes valuable insights into the gaming behavior of this specific student population.