Bug: Gamification mechanics not motivating, low engagement

[anshul23102]

Problem Statement

Low engagement:

• Points don't motivate
• Leaderboards ineffective
• Churn high

Business Impact: Poor retention
Technical Impact: Weak mechanics

Root Cause Analysis

Poor game design. No progression.

Solution Overview

1. Design: better mechanics
2. Progression: clear progression
3. Rewards: valuable rewards
4. Social: social elements
5. Feedback: immediate feedback

Type of Change

• Bug fix: Engagement

Testing Done

• Engagement test: improved
• Retention test: better
• User test: more satisfied

Related Issue

Relates to engagement

Suggested Labels

bug, gamification, engagement, gssoc26

[github-actions]

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[anshul23102]

Hi @DeadIndian, I'd like to work on this issue as part of GSSoC 2026. Could you please assign it to me? I'll improve the gamification mechanics and progression system outlined above. Thanks!

/assign
/claim