In this episode we were delighted to have Thi Nguyen join us, a philosophy professor from the University of Utah whose research investigates how rationality and agency are conditioned by designed social structures. We dive into his latest research findings and explore the pages of his newest book, touching on intriguing topics such as how games shape temporary agencies, the essence of play and the differences in playstyles, the importance of atmosphere in gaming, and the problem with gamification.