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Life & fun · January 17, 2025

Interactive game teaching dark patterns in UX design

I built this educational game to help people identify and understand dark patterns in digital products. It features 10 interactive scenarios based on real-world examples. The game includes: • Interactive pattern recognition scenarios • Explanations of psychological principles • Simulated real-world examples with guided feedback Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind. I'd especially appreciate feedback on the educational approach and scenario design.

Interactive game teaching dark patterns in UX design launched on January 17, 2025 with 179 votes, #220 of 6,142 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.

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This educational game teaches players to identify dark patterns in user interface design through 10 interactive scenarios based on real products. Players encounter pattern recognition challenges, learn the psychological principles behind manipulative design tactics, and receive guided feedback on simulated examples. Built with Next.js and TypeScript, it's designed for anyone wanting to understand how digital products can exploit user behavior and decision-making.

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Interactive games and tools exploring how products are designed and how they shape your decisions.

Uncover the hidden design tricks that manipulate user decisions online. Sharpen your ability to detect subtle tactics that mislead users. Learn how design exploits human instincts to shape behavior. Empower yourself to navigate and challenge deceptivefrom games.productartistry.com

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