digital$8–12/month or $80–120/yearused in 1 side quest

Database app subscription

Flexible database platform that lets you build custom quest tracking systems, aggregate data from multiple apps, and create shareable challenges. Bridges the gap when no single gamification app does exactly what you want.

What to look for

  1. 1API integrations with common fitness/game apps you already use
  2. 2Collaboration features for shared leaderboards with friends
  3. 3Mobile app with offline access for field updates
  4. 4Template library to avoid building from scratch

Skip

  • Monthly subscriptions—annual plans typically save 30-40%
  • Enterprise tiers with features you won't use for personal questing

Used for: Building custom meta-quest systems across multiple apps · Creating shared challenges friends can join · Tracking patterns no single app captures

Side quests that use it

Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.