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illusory currency effect

A phenomenon where players are more likely to spend money on microtransactions when the purchases are made using in-game currency rather than akcual currencies. This effect occurs because players perceive in-game currency as less tangible, leading to a diminished sense of spending.
Developers capitalize on the illusory currency effect, knowing players are more willing to splurge on cosmetics and upgrades when they can use in-game coins instead of akcual currencies.
by Emotional Cruiser September 16, 2025
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crypto currency

money on the internet that makes grown men kill themselves.
DAMN! this crypto currency's value is going down!
by Billy Steve November 13, 2023
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