Chance
Chance attempts to tackle the cultural and societal power struggle in online dating. Major online dating apps have obscured their primary goal of connection with video game mechanics, that have dehumanizing results. In an attempt to revert back to the notion of “slow dating” Chance has developed a way for users to make genuine connections while doing what they love. By selecting between a range of low intensity to high intensity dates, Chance gives users the opportunity to connect beyond superficiality. Users who have similar interests are matched and set up on blind dates. By removing gamification features and the shallowness of swiping based on appearance. We’ve thereafter encouraged users to connect based on what they want rather than relying on societal pressures to influence their decisions. In turn we’ve made connecting less intimidating, and if it doesn’t work out at least you’ve taken a chance.