In contemporary contexts, effective communication and collaboration skills are paramount for success. Traditional assessment methods often fall short in capturing the intricacies of these skills. However, the widespread popularity of cooperative video games presents an innovative avenue for skill assessment. This abstract proposes utilizing cooperative video games as a tool for evaluating communication and collaboration skills in an engaging and immersive manner.

We are exploring the potential of cooperative video games in assessing these vital skills. By leveraging the interactive nature of these games, simulated environments mirroring real-life teamwork scenarios can be created. These scenarios demand constant communication, coordination, and problem-solving among players, providing insights into their abilities to collaborate effectively.

Methodologically, we select diverse cooperative video games such as "Super Mario World 3D," "Unravel 2," and "Portal 2" for their varying teamwork dynamics. Scenarios within these games simulate real-world teamwork situations, requiring participants to communicate clearly, delegate tasks, and adapt to challenges. Assessment metrics are being defined to evaluate participants' communication clarity, responsiveness, adaptability, decision-making efficacy, and conflict resolution abilities. Data collection methods include in-game analytics, observational techniques, and post-game surveys.

The benefits of this approach include high participant engagement, enhanced ecological validity, and scalability. Engaging participants in popular video games ensures authenticity in their behavioral responses. Simulating real-life scenarios in virtual environments increases the relevance of assessments. Furthermore, digital platforms facilitate the administration of assessments to large groups.