User Types & Player
Types in Gamification
Gamified.uk @daverage
My Definition(s) of Gamification
• Gamification is the process of improving system
and people's experiences using lessons, techniques,
and elements taken from games.
• The use of game design metaphors to create more
game-like and engaging experiences
Put Simply
Targeted Gamification
Player Types
Meant for Games
By Timothy Saccenti and Mr Toledano
And People Who Look Like This
Not The Real World
And People Who Look Like This
Motivation RAMP
Relatedness
Autonomy
Mastery
Purpose
User Type HEXAD
Game Elements
Supporting Free Spirits
Austrian Institute of Technology and HCI Games Group, Games Institute, University of Waterloo
Supporting Achievers
Austrian Institute of Technology and HCI Games Group, Games Institute, University of Waterloo
Supporting Socialisers
Austrian Institute of Technology and HCI Games Group, Games Institute, University of Waterloo
Supporting Disruptors
Austrian Institute of Technology and HCI Games Group, Games Institute, University of Waterloo
Supporting Players
Austrian Institute of Technology and HCI Games Group, Games Institute, University of Waterloo
User Types Instance
Based on 326 Responses
Free Spirit
28%
Philanthropist
27%
Achiever
17%
Socialiser
12%
Player
10%
Disruptor
6%
Free Spirit Philanthropist Achiever Socialiser Player Disruptor
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User types & player types in gamification