I got curious about the way games provide fun, and whether that fun can be ported into use cases like news and discussion websites.
During this exploration, I arrived at some thoughts around user interface[0] and user experience[1], and built a simple prototype[2] to show these thoughts in action.
I'm debating to continue this hobby research - anyone out there interested in gamification & want to exchange notes / keep each other updated?
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[0]Buttons, scrolling, and clicking can be abstracted using game assets, camera system, and fun gestures https://waavg.vlaaaaad.com/#ui
[1]For play to happen, a design needs progression loops, choices with consequences, and aesthetic feedback https://waavg.vlaaaaad.com/#ux
[2]The mechanics of a news website (topics & comments) were used to build a digital houseplant simulation game https://waavg-demo.vlaaaaad.com/demo
