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Halloween has become an unmissable highlight for brands<\/strong> wishing to boost their communications and increase their visibility. Last year, spending on the holiday in France reached some 300 million euros<\/a>, marking a 5% increase on the previous year. This trend testifies to the growing enthusiasm of the French for Halloween, with some 40% of them taking an active part in the festivities. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n This holiday, once seen as purely commercial, has been transformed into a moment of sharing and conviviality<\/a>, offering companies the opportunity to connect with their audience in a fun and original way. Brands can reinforce their image by offering engaging and entertaining Halloween experiences. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n In this article, we explore the value of gamification in capturing consumers’ attention<\/strong> and actively engaging them. We’ll also share four examples of relevant marketing games to boost your Halloween communications. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F2F2F2″ custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”20px|30px|20px|30px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n SUMMARY<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”section-1″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”sommaire-1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”25px” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.3em” header_2_font=”Montserrat|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”25px” header_2_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” link_option_url=”#sommaire-1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Halloween is a strategic moment in an already busy marketing calendar<\/a>, especially during the crucial fourth half of the year. It’s a time when brands redouble their efforts to capture the attention of an over-solicited public – and that’s precisely where gamification comes in. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The interactive, immersive nature of the game fits perfectly with the fantastic, offbeat world of Halloween<\/strong>. It allows us to create original, engaging and memorable experiences, totally in keeping with the festive atmosphere. Rather than blending into the mass of classic promotional campaigns, brands that rely on playful mechanics succeed in standing out from the crowd and forging a stronger bond with their audience, eager for unique experiences and the rewards on offer. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gamification also offers great flexibility. It can be used to boost brand awareness, collect qualified data<\/a>, generate traffic in-store or on an e-commerce site, or stimulate sales via prizes or discount vouchers. In short, it’s a powerful lever for achieving business objectives<\/a> in the run-up to the festive season. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”section-2″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”sommaire-2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”25px” header_2_font=”Montserrat|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”25px” header_2_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” link_option_url=”#sommaire-1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Brands communicating on Halloween can therefore target different strategic objectives, particularly in the run-up to other major commercial holidays such as Black Friday<\/a> and Christmas<\/a>. To capitalize on the strategic leverage of gamification, it’s important to clearly identify the results you want to achieve<\/strong>. Based on these key KPIs, companies can then choose the right mechanics to share with their audience and fine-tune their Halloween marketing strategy. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#0092ff” header_3_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Halloween is a particularly interesting commercial holiday for brands wishing to reach a wider audience. By surfing the graphic universe of Halloween and offering experiences linked to this special time, they can capture the attention of new audiences<\/a> and boost their visibility. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Which marketing game to choose?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Score-based modules (such as Flappy<\/a> or Rattrape tout<\/a>) are simple, addictive and viral. They are therefore ideal for capturing a wide audience, including users who are not yet familiar with the brand. The gameplay, based on repetition and challenge, encourages sharing and organic distribution, maximizing the brand’s visibility on social networks. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Practical tips <\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Example <\/b>: Sowee set up a campaign during Halloween to reinforce its positioning as a Smart Home player, while developing its brand awareness. The operation recruited qualified leads, in particular encouraging newsletter sign-ups. The campaign, supported by a Flappy game in Halloween colors, also played a key role in increasing traffic to Sowee.fr. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1em” header_line_height=”1.5em” header_3_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_3_text_color=”#0092ff” header_3_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Halloween represents an excellent opportunity to enrich your customer database in a fun, non-intrusive way. Through engaging game mechanics, brands can encourage participants to sign up for their newsletter, give their consent to receive communications (opt-in), or share valuable information about their preferences and purchasing habits. <\/span> <\/p>\n Which marketing game to choose?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Instant Win is based on the mechanics of chance, with immediate gratification. It’s the perfect way to capture attention quickly and encourage users to share their personal data in a bid to win rewards. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Practical tips: <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”section-3″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#0092ff” header_3_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Halloween is also an ideal time to generate traffic, whether in a physical store or on an e-commerce site. Gamified campaigns, playing on curiosity and the desire to win, encourage consumers to visit the point of sale or key pages of the site. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Recommended mechanic<\/strong>: Object hunt<\/a><\/span> <\/p>\n Practical tips<\/strong>: <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gamification idea<\/strong>: A home decoration chain<\/a> launches a “pumpkin hunt” on its website. Each day, a new pumpkin is hidden in a different product category. Players must find a total of 5 pumpkins to enter the final draw. The game is promoted on Facebook and via the newsletter, with a reward at stake: a complete Halloween decoration to be won. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1em” header_line_height=”1.5em” header_3_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#0092ff” header_3_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Gamified communication around Halloween can also enable brands to trigger purchases in a natural and engaging way. By offering exclusive discounts, limited offers or gifts to be won via a marketing game, brands create a sense of urgency and encourage shoppers to go to the checkout or validate a basket. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Recommended mechanics<\/strong>: Wheel of fortune <\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Wheel of Fortune<\/a> ‘s appeal lies in its playfulness and randomness. As well as being easy to use, it can be used to offer discounts or strategic advantages to encourage purchases. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Practical tips<\/strong>: <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”section-4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”conclusion” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”25px” header_4_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Conclusion<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n
<\/a><\/span><\/li>\nHalloween, a key moment to engage your audience with fun mechanisms
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4 examples of marketing games to boost your Halloween communications<\/h2>\n
1. Develop your reputation <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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2. Collect new leads<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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3. Generate traffic<\/strong><\/h3>\n
With this mechanic, the player has to find items hidden in a setting, which encourages him to navigate between several pages of a site or explore all the shelves of a physical store. <\/span> <\/p>\n\n
4. Stimulate sales<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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