World of Gamification

Our micro-blog brings industry insights, strategies, and best practices for building user engagement and loyalty experiences with gamification.

Engagement & Retention 11/12/25

Why YouTube's Latest Gamification Features Are Redefining Engagement

Explore YouTube's recent gamification push — including badges and Hype points — and why these mechanics are deepening engagement and empowering creators to grow their communities.

Engagement & Retention 09/12/25

The Mindful Gamification Patterns Powering Headspace's Long-Term Engagement

A narrative look at how Headspace uses streaks, progress cues, and gentle behavioural nudges to help users form consistent meditation habits.

Engagement & Retention 08/12/25

How Fitbit Uses Gamification to Encourage Daily Activity

A concise look at how Fitbit uses badges, challenges, and simple progress feedback to make daily activity more motivating and rewarding for users.

Engagement & Retention 03/12/25

How Nike Run Club Uses Gamification to Motivate Millions of Runners

Learn how Nike Run Club uses challenges, streaks, achievements, and coaching loops to motivate runners and build long-term engagement.

Engagement & Retention 30/11/25

How Duolingo Uses Gamification to Boost User Retention

Discover how Duolingo uses streaks, badges, leaderboards, smart onboarding, and subtle nudges to improve user retention and build daily learning habits.

Engagement & Retention 29/11/25

How Strava Uses Gamification to Drive App Engagement and Community

See how Strava uses gamification features like leaderboards, challenges, badges, and progress bars to turn fitness tracking into a highly engaging social experience.

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