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  96.                    <p class="lead mb-4 text-center">Thanks to Victoria Simmons for contributing the article "Longitudinal Effects of In-Game Social Bonds on Player Retention".
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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-730453090458.mit-edu.top/post/3208569174">Modeling Long-Term Engagement in Mobile Games: Insights from Survival Analysis</a></h2>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-730453090458.mit-edu.top/post/5627418390">The Cognitive Load of Time-Limited Challenges in Mobile Games</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study investigates the use of gamification techniques in mobile learning applications, focusing on how game-like elements such as scoring, badges, and leaderboards influence user engagement and motivation. It assesses the effectiveness of gamification in enhancing learning outcomes, particularly in educational apps targeting children and young adults. The paper also addresses challenges in designing gamified systems that balance educational value with entertainment.</p>
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