Aims & Scope

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Digital Culture & Interactive Media (DCIM)

Gold Open Access Double-Blind Peer Review Quarterly

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Digital Culture & Interactive Media (DCIM) is an international peer‑reviewed, gold open access journal dedicated to advancing the intersection of digital culture, interactive media, and social communication. We publish original research, critical reviews, and case studies that reflect the evolving landscape of digital creativity, media engagement, and cultural transformation.

Core Areas of Interest

Digital Culture & Society

Digital identity, online communities, platform governance, digital citizenship, and the social impact of digital media.

Interactive Media & UX Design

User experience, interactive installations, participatory design, immersive interfaces, and human-centered media.

Digital Storytelling & Narrative

Transmedia narratives, interactive documentaries, digital fiction, and the evolution of storytelling in digital environments.

Social Media & Online Communities

Social media dynamics, influencer culture, algorithmic curation, community engagement, and networked publics.

Game Studies & Virtual Worlds

Game design, player culture, virtual reality, augmented reality, and the cultural significance of gaming.

Digital Heritage & Preservation

Digital archiving, cultural heritage preservation, virtual museums, and the role of technology in memory practices.

Interdisciplinary Mission

Digital Culture & Interactive Media actively encourages contributions that bridge multiple domains. We are particularly interested in work that:

Combines cultural analysis with interactive media design
Integrates digital storytelling with emerging technologies
Applies social media research to real-world community practices
Examines cross-cultural perspectives in digital engagement
Addresses ethical, social, and policy dimensions of digital transformation

We welcome both conceptual and empirical studies, and we are open to innovative formats such as design case studies, digital exhibits, and practice‑based research outputs.

4–6

weeks to first decision

30–35%

acceptance rate

3–4

reviewers per manuscript

Sample Copy Policy

For every accepted article, Digital Culture & Interactive Media provides the corresponding author with one complimentary print copy of the issue in which their work appears. The print copy will be shipped via SF Express (tracking number provided). Please confirm your full mailing address with the editorial office after acceptance. The digital edition is freely available online and will be sent to the author's registered email.

For address confirmation or questions, please contact: dcim@starnexus.press

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