Fortnite developer Epic Games helped a Japanese company gamify manual factory work to increase productivity
Fortnite developer Epic Games helped a Japanese company gamify manual factory work to increase productivity
Fortnite developer Epic Games helped a Japanese company gamify manual factory work to increase productivity
Đorđe P
September, 18, 2025
Summary
In Japan, factory workers at Maruwa now play video games while working, thanks to Real Focus Synergy, a gamified productivity tool by Nissho Denki Seigyo. The software links real-life work—loading bed sheets—directly to an idle-style video game where in-game progress depends on continuous real-world activity. Designed to make repetitive tasks more engaging, it also tracks and boosts productivity, which reportedly increased by 8–18% after implementation. Although Nissho Denki Seigyo had no prior game development experience, they collaborated with Epic Games for guidance. The project shows how gamification can transform monotonous factory work into a more enjoyable and efficient experience.
Reference
P., Đ. (2025, September 18). Fortnite developer Epic Games helped a Japanese company gamify manual factory work to increase productivity. AUTOMATON WEST. https://automaton-media.com/en/news/fortnite-developer-epic-games-helped-a-japanese-company-gamify-manual-factory-work-to-increase-productivity/