Anthony Perrotta examines how progress bars can enhance user engagement by comparing their use in role-playing games (RPGs) with digital applications. Drawing from his early experiences with games like Pokémon, he illustrates how visual cues such as experience points and level-ups foster a sense of achievement, motivating players to continue progressing.
He explains that RPGs use progress bars to chart a player’s journey, starting with quick initial progress to captivate players, then gradually increasing the challenge to sustain interest. Perrotta connects this approach to UX design, suggesting that strategically placed progress indicators in digital applications can similarly keep users engaged and encourage them to complete tasks.
