Under the Mask is a conference series at the University of Bedfordshire that focuses upon the multi-faceted issue of the gamer. Culturally, socially, psychologically, professionally, the list of masks worn by the gamer is endless. This conference series aims to penetrate these masks, investigating why they are worn, how they are used, and how they are constructed by gaming culture, game developers, and by the gamers. Under the Mask 3 will take place in June 2010.
The 'Under the Mask' series also provides a unique opportunity to play, watch and make games amongst fellow gamers. 'Under the Mask 1' was held on Saturday June 7th 2008. Under the Mask 2 was held on 5th June 2009. The call for papers, abstracts, key note speakers and conference papers for both conferences are all available on this website.
