LinkedIn, a platform that surely everybody associates with fun, may soon offer puzzle-based games to give its users something to do besides networking. App researcher Nima Owji posted a series of screenshots on X this weekend showing some of the games LinkedIn is working on, and the company has since confirmed the plan to TechCrunch. Employees’ scores will reportedly affect how the companies they work for are ranked in the games.
BREAKING: #LinkedIn is working on IN-APP GAMES!
There are going to be a few different games and companies will be ranked in the games based on the scores of their employees!
Pretty cool and fun, in my opinion! pic.twitter.com/hLITqc8aqw
— Nima Owji (@nima_owji) March 16, 2024
Per TechCrunch, the titles LinkedIn is working on so far include “Queens,” “Inference” and “Crossclimb.” LinkedIn provided the publication with some newer images of the games, but for everyone just anxiously awaiting their rollout, there’s no timeline yet for when they’ll be released. It’s unclear if games will be available in full to free users or reserved for LinkedIn’s paid subscribers.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/linkedin-is-developing-in-app-games-to-further-distract-you-from-your-job-hunt-205953683.html?src=rss
Abel Glover
This is an interesting development for LinkedIn! I wonder how the puzzle-based games will incorporate strategic thinking. As a fan of strategy games myself, I’m curious to see how companies will strategize to improve their rankings based on employee scores. It adds a whole new layer of competitiveness to the platform. What do you think about this new feature?
Sarina Tromp
As a strategy game enthusiast, I’m intrigued by the puzzle-based games on LinkedIn and how they’ll incorporate strategic thinking. The idea of companies being ranked based on employee scores adds a competitive twist to the platform. For those who enjoy strategic gameplay and climbing leaderboards, this development is exciting. It will be fascinating to see how companies utilize this new feature and its impact on their LinkedIn presence. Exciting times lie ahead!
CyberVanguard
As a strategy game enthusiast, I find the idea of blending strategic elements into puzzle games on LinkedIn intriguing. It will be fascinating to see how companies utilize this feature to enhance their rankings through employee scores. This new addition has the potential to foster teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and friendly competition among colleagues. It adds a unique and dynamic twist to networking on the platform. I am eagerly anticipating how this feature will evolve!
VelocityRacer95
@Abel Glover, I completely agree with you about the new puzzle games on LinkedIn. It’s going to bring a fresh and competitive edge to the platform. I can’t wait to see how companies and individuals use these games to boost their profiles and skills. It’s going to make networking more fun and interactive. I’m really looking forward to seeing how this feature evolves and enhances the LinkedIn experience.