Build Plan
16 features by impact
Foundation first, novelty second: trust and clarity before high-variance mechanics.
Each phase unlocks the next. We ship trust infrastructure before social dynamics — because leaderboards without transparency breed anxiety, not engagement.
01P0
Trust Infrastructure
Transparent point rules
Tier unlocks
Endowed onboarding
Personality notifications
02P1
Identity Layer
Activity heatmap
Skill badges
Streak shields
Peer props
03P2
Social Dynamics
Bracket leaderboards
Variable rewards
Team quests
Celebration micro-interactions
04P3
Long-Term Retention
Mentorship routing
Point economy spending
Impact year-in-review
Seasonal events