Game of Life: Turn Your Habits Into an Engaging System (Not Another To-Do List)

Soufiane Amimi - 19/10/2025 - 5 min read
Habit AppsProductivity ToolsBehavioral DesignGamificationSelf Improvement Tech
Mobile phone showing habit tracking app with notifications and progress streaks

Why Game of Life?

Game of Life embraces the science of habits because habits are the foundation of lasting change. Instead of relying only on motivation, it builds on the proven cue → craving → routine → reward loop to make daily progress natural and enjoyable.

Cues as notifications

You receive reminders that act as triggers. When the notification pops up, it signals that it’s time to act.

Craving as motivation

After the cue, Game of Life fuels your desire to act by showing you the value of starting now—whether it’s progress toward your goals, the growth of your spikes, or simply keeping your streak alive. For example, seeing your streak about to break creates an immediate craving to continue.

Routines made clear

Each routine is structured to minimize friction and maximize clarity. It always includes:

  • A title: to know immediately what the routine is about.
  • A description: to give you more context or guidance on how to do it.
  • A resume message: so you know exactly where you left off last time, making it effortless to continue.

Rewards that drive consistency

Once you complete a routine, Game of Life rewards you with:

  • Visible progress over time
  • The growth of your spikes as a gamified marker of commitment
  • The inner satisfaction of momentum and growth

These rewards not only feel satisfying in the moment but also reinforce the craving, making you look forward to the next notification.

By combining these elements, Game of Life turns habits into a clear, engaging system. It reduces friction at every step, keeps motivation alive, and makes progress visible—helping routines stick until they become second nature.

Game of Life: Turn Your Habits Into an Engaging System (Not Another To-Do List)