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by XCSme 1770 days ago
The only think to consider is that relevant discussions are still more important than gamification. You want people to post because they have something to say, not to spam nonsense just to get virtual points.This is why upvotes/like work well, they are a gamification feature that forces people to post content valued by others. So make sure that the gamification features improve content, not make it worse.
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Yes, I 100% agree. Our features prioritize safety and interactivity. Of course, apart from gamification, we also have moderation tools like word filter, audit logs, member repots, etc. To facilitate better discussions, we have post categories and subforums. Our Quests are also geared towards facilitating conversation and rewarding participation. We have quests like "Get 10 upvotes on your post" or "Comment on 10 posts" or "Create 3 polls" and so on... When members level up, they get access to special profile upgrades and other perks.

We're also currently working on community monetization to allow members to support their community, and owners to generate revenue.