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Digital pets boost daily activity by more than 20%, trial finds

According to a master's thesis at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), a mobile game can make physical activity more enjoyable.

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A master's thesis from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology examined the impact of the mobile game “BitPet” on physical activity, motivation, and social well‑being. Two NTNU students conducted the study, finding that playing the game made exercise more enjoyable. The research suggests that digital pets can increase daily activity levels and enhance motivation and social connections among users.

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