DiscoverPhysics of Gamification016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to Escape.mp3
016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to Escape.mp3

016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to Escape.mp3

Update: 2025-07-22
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Some gamified systems don’t motivate users — they trap them. In this episode, we explore how common mechanics like streaks, point ladders, and status roles can slowly form behavioral gravity wells: systems that pull people in, but make it difficult to step away. Drawing from physics and behavioral theory, we examine how to design systems with graceful exits, re-entry points, and healthier engagement over time. Because true loyalty comes from freedom — not force.

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016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to Escape.mp3

016 – The Gravity Well: When Systems Become Hard to Escape.mp3

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