PlayAbly Podcast Episode 17: From Monopoly to McDonald’s: What Board Games Teach Us About Customer Engagement

What do Monopoly, UNO, and McDonald's Monopoly all have in common? They’ve mastered the art of engagement by tapping into human behavior, nostalgia, and fun.

In this episode, we’re joined by Seema, PlayAbly’s Head of UX and Design, to explore the timeless principles behind the games we grew up loving. From competitive moments (hello, UNO reverse card!) to simple rules that stick in our brains, we break down how these games create lasting emotional connections—and how brands can apply these strategies to digital experiences in e-commerce gamification.

🎮 Learn why gamification works, how to balance fun with data-driven insights, and why every brand should think beyond “gimmicks” to create meaningful, talkable experiences.

If you’re at NRF next week, come find us in the startup area booth #2403—we’d love to chat about how to make your brand unforgettable!

Listen now and get inspired to turn your customer engagement into a game everyone wants to play. 🎧

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