BusinessAugust 25, 2026

gamification

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Definition

The application of game-design elements and principles, such as competition and performance visualization, to non-game contexts to increase user engagement and productivity.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'game' with the suffix '-ification,' which denotes the process of making something into, or treating something as, a particular state or thing. It emerged in the early 21st century to describe digital design strategies.

In the news

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