Журнал массовых коммуникаций и журналистики

Perception of VFX across Diverse Media Formats: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Cheah Ying Yi

Objective: This systematic literature review aims to comprehensively synthesize the existing evidence on Perception of VFX across Diverse Media Formats using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. The primary objectives were to what is the nature of human perception of Visual Effects (VFX) and how are human cognitive and perceptual dimensions triggered by Visual Effects (VFX) across various media formats and systematically evaluate the quality of relevant studies.

Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, a thorough search of electronic databases, IEEE Xplore, Scope, Taylor & Francis Online and ACM Digital Library, was conducted to identify articles published up to 31 Oct 2023. The inclusion criteria encompassed English and Journal. An independent reviewers screened articles for eligibility and discrepancies were resolved through consensus. Data extraction, quality assessment and synthesis were performed systematically.

Results: A total of 14 studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. The studies were characterized by title related to VFX with any type of study design, participant demographics. And the findings of this review presented in a narrative synthesis.

Discussion: In summary, the studies reveal that Visual Human becomes more human-like, VFX reduces conflicts between virtual and physical objects and there are various emphasis effects in different scenarios. Together, these findings deepen our understanding of Visual Effects and enhance our insight into how viewers experience them.

Conclusion: This systematic literature review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on perception of VFX across diverse media formats. The existing body of research on CGI, 3D and composition within the realm of Visual Effects is notably sparse and the term "Visual Effects" has been applied broadly across various domains. This broad application has complicated the systematic review process, making it challenging to discern specific areas of focus. Recommendations for future research are outlined, emphasizing the need for exploration of Trompe l'oeil perception and narrow down the media. Adherence to PRISMA guidelines enhances the transparency and rigor of this review.