October 18, 2017

Infographic: The History of Gamification

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When you hear the term gamification today, you probably think of software, elearning, and digital sales. And while gamification is certainly playing a starring role in today’s technological landscape, its roots stretch back all the way to the late 1890s.

We charted the most important moments in the history of gamification to show you how much the strategy has evolved. Check out our infographic and tell us in the comments what you think is next for gamification.

History of Gamification

Where will gamification go next? Tell us in the comments below.

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