Glossary

Gamification & Engagement Glossary

Your complete reference guide to gamification, community engagement, and platform terminology.

Gamification

The application of game-design elements and principles in non-game contexts to increase engagement, motivation, and desired behaviors.

XP (Experience Points)

Points earned through actions and activities that contribute to user progression and level advancement.

Leaderboard

A ranked display of users or teams based on points, achievements, or other metrics, fostering competition and motivation.

Achievement Badge

A virtual award given for completing specific tasks, reaching milestones, or demonstrating particular behaviors.

Streak

Consecutive days or periods of sustained activity or engagement, often rewarded with bonuses or special recognition.

Quest

A multi-step challenge or mission that combines various tasks and actions toward a larger goal or reward.

User-Generated Content (UGC)

Content created and shared by community members, including photos, videos, reviews, and other creative submissions.

Engagement Loop

A cycle of trigger, action, reward, and investment designed to create habit-forming user behaviors.

Progressive Rewards

Reward systems where benefits increase in value or quality as users advance through levels or tiers.

White-Label

A product or service that can be rebranded and customized to appear as if created by the client organization.

Social Proof

The influence that others' actions and attitudes have on individual behavior, leveraged through features like follower counts and user testimonials.

Onboarding Quest

An introductory series of tasks designed to familiarize new users with platform features and drive early engagement.

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