What Kind of Player Are You?
Achiever, explorer, socialiser or challenger? Sixteen statements, four play motivations and your personal player type.
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In 1996 Richard Bartle described four reasons people play in online worlds: to achieve, to explore, to be with others, or to compete. The model remains the best-known framework in player research – and is explicitly a way of thinking, not a test. This template translates the four motivations into sixteen purpose-written statements and delivers a motivation profile rather than a pigeonhole. For studios, publishers and media brands it is a self-check with high participation whose data doubles as an audience segmentation.
When should you use this template?
This template is a great fit for:
- As a community activation for studios, publishers and gaming media
- To segment player groups in market research studies
- As an entry point to larger surveys on playing habits
Every question in this template
- 1Consent
I understand that participation is voluntary and anonymous, and I take part. *
- 2Matrix
How much do the following statements apply to you when you play? *
Strongly disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly agree I want to unlock achievements and badges completely. A high level or rank motivates me. I like seeing my progress in numbers. I finish content even when it is a grind. I look for hidden places and secrets.
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Frequently asked questions
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Can I be several types?
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