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Computers in Human Behavior· 2016Q1

How gamification motivates: An experimental study of the effects of specific game design elements on psychological need satisfaction

Michael Sailer, Jan Ulrich Hense, Sarah Katharina Mayr, Heinz Mandl

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Specific game design elements differentially impact psychological needs: badges, leaderboards, and performance graphs boost competence and task meaningfulness, while avatars, stories, and teammates enhance social relatedness.

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Field: Social Psychology

Social PsychologyPsychology