Why it worked
It leverages the well-known 'streak anxiety' associated with Duolingo to introduce a new, similar habit-tracking app, making the new product feel instantly familiar and relevant.
Summary
A short video comparing the widget progress of a coding app called SideMe against the popular language learning app Duolingo. The video highlights the competitive nature of maintaining streaks in both apps.
Structure
- 1Introduction of the two apps as widgets
- 2Comparison of streak counts
- 3Escalation of the streak competition
- 4Final state showing a 'betrayal' for SideMe and a fire for Duolingo
Product placement
SideMe is presented as a direct competitor to Duolingo, shown as a home screen widget.
On-screen text
Double Trouble
Learn or Burn?