Duolingo, Tinder, DraftKings: How Top Apps Have Been Gamified—A Deconstructor of Fun Episode with AppRefinery’s Kalle Heikkinen
GameRefinery Team
26 August 2025
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Features, Genres, Monetization, Retention, Trends
What started in mobile games is now shaping the broader app ecosystem—from social features to monetization loops.
At GameRefinery, we’ve long studied what makes players stick. Now, our sister platform AppRefinery is applying that same analytical lens to non-gaming apps, and the parallels are fascinating.
On the latest Deconstructor of Fun podcast, AppRefinery’s Kalle Heikkinen dives into how today’s top apps use game-like features, AI-driven interactions, and community mechanics to build lasting engagement.
If you’re designing features, shaping retention, or just curious about where gaming and non-gaming converge, this one’s for you.
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