Many people take pride in the number of followers and likes they get on various social platforms, and this new social media gaming app allows people to showcase and compete their best social posts. Based in Albuquerque, startup Wyrd created an app that lets digital creators compete in content from Instagram, SoundCloud, Vine and YouTube.
Peers do battle one against one. This model also encourages user engagement as users vote for their favorite social creations by either swiping right to vote for a champion or swipe left to condemn a loser.
Focusing in areas like comedy, design, fashion, photography and more, the social media gaming platform gives people who want to go viral a new opportunity.
Content Contest Apps
Social Media Gaming Platform Wyrd Lets Users Vote for Creators' Posts
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Gaming - Social media gaming platforms are becoming increasingly popular and offer opportunities to showcase and compete creative content.
2. User-driven Competitions - User-driven competitions are a popular way to increase engagement and encourage creativity in social media.
3. Multi-platform Integration - Apps like Wyrd that integrate with multiple platforms are becoming more popular in the social media space.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - Social media companies could benefit from incorporating gaming elements to increase engagement and user retention.
2. Online Content Creation - Content creators may find new avenues for exposure and monetization through social media gaming platforms like Wyrd.
3. Mobile App Development - Mobile app developers have an opportunity to create similar platforms that offer unique ways to engage with social media content.