Overview
GuessMessage delivers a playful take on private social feeds. Creators combine photos, short clips, and hints; friends race to guess the correct response; and the app tracks streaks, leaderboards, and rewards that keep communities engaged.
GuessMessage – Interactive Social Q&A App
A private prompt-and-response platform that lets creators spark conversations with photo, video, and text clues while followers compete to decode the message.
Industry: startup entrepreneurProject Year: 2015Client: GuessMessage
Services Provided
- Product Ideation
- UX/UI Design
- iOS & Android Development
- Realtime Messaging Infrastructure
Project Tags
Industries
Entrepreneur ServicesStartup & EntrepreneurStartup Entrepreneur
Categories
Custom Software & Product Development
Tech Tags
IOS Objective CAndroid Java.NET Core APIMySQLSignalR
Business Tags
Startup & EntrepreneurProduct IdeationUX/UI DesignIOS & Android DevelopmentRealtime Messaging Infrastructure
Focus & Tech
Startup & EntrepreneuriOS (Objective-C)Android (Java).NET Core APIMySQLSignalR
Our Contributions
- Product Ideation
- UX/UI Design
- iOS & Android Development
- Realtime Messaging Infrastructure
Supported Devices
- iPhone
- iPad
- Android
Development Tools / Environments
- iOS (Objective-C)
- Android (Java)
- .NET Core API
- MySQL
- SignalR
Implementation Details
- Designed guided prompt creation workflow allowing simultaneous photo, video, and text attachments.
- Built SignalR-powered messaging so guesses and reveals update instantly across devices.
- Implemented tiered privacy controls—public games, invite-only circles, and one-on-one challenges.
- Added gamification layer with streak tracking, leaderboards, and reward unlocks for high accuracy.
Admin Features
- Moderation console with AI-assisted flagging for inappropriate media and spam prevention.
- Analytics dashboard tracking prompt engagement, average guess time, and retention by cohort.
- Content scheduling tools to spotlight trending prompts and themed challenge nights.
The Problem
Group chats grew noisy and unorganized, making it tough to spark thoughtful replies. The founders wanted a more intentional experience that highlighted the most creative responses while still feeling casual and fun.
The Challenge
We needed low-latency messaging, moderation tools, and flexible privacy controls. The content pipeline had to support simultaneous uploads of image, video, and text while keeping battery usage light.
The Result
Beta cohorts reported 4× higher daily engagement than their previous group chats, 72% of prompts triggered a correct guess within minutes, and creator retention improved thanks to analytics that highlight top responders.
Key Requirements
- Support simultaneous media uploads with quick transcoding and playback across networks.
- Deliver realtime guessing with minimal latency and reliable push notifications.
- Provide robust moderation and privacy to keep small communities feeling safe and invite-only.
Results & Impact
- Daily active usage increased 4× compared to baseline group chats during closed beta.
- 72% of prompts reached a correct guess in under 10 minutes, driving addictive play loops.
- Creator retention improved 39% after launch of analytics and badge rewards.
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