Duolingo is successful because it merges the superficial enjoyment of addictive games with a goal that users can be proud about advancing on.

· Bits and Bobs 11/4/25
  • Duolingo is successful because it merges the superficial enjoyment of addictive games with a goal that users can be proud about advancing on.
    • Users play it because they're addicted to the core game loop; but they don't feel as bad about it because it's for a good reason.
    • Another thing with similar dynamics would be an addictive game that somehow helps advance the cause of a nonprofit somewhere.