Why Duolingo's Energy System Works (And When to Copy It)
Why Duolingo's Energy System Works (And When to Copy It) excerpt: Duolingo's energy mechanic controls usage patterns without frustrating users.
Jason LouroGamification Psychology and Design
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What Happens When Users Lose Their Streaks
Losing a long streak can drive users away or motivate them to restart. The difference depends on how your app handles the moment.
Jason Louro
The Psychology Behind Effective Achievement Design
Most achievement systems fail because they ignore how motivation actually works. Here's what psychology reveals about effective design.
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Why Some Apps Succeed With Simple Point Systems
Complex gamification often fails while simple points succeed. Here's why straightforward systems outperform elaborate mechanics.
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Your Users Think Gamification Is Childish (Here's Why)
Users don't reject gamification itself—they reject juvenile implementation that insults their intelligence. Here's the difference.
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Your Leaderboard Is Only Motivating Your Top 1%
Platform-wide leaderboards create motivation for elite users while demotivating everyone else. Here's how to fix it.
Charlie Hopkins-Brinicombe
Users Are Gaming Your XP System
When users exploit XP systems for rewards without providing value, your gamification has backfired. Here's how to fix it.
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