HOSTAGE – Task management with real consequences

Summary: HOSTAGE is a productivity PWA that links task completion to the survival of a virtual pet. Missing deadlines triggers the "Executioner Protocol," damaging the pet, and reviving it requires a full system reboot. This enforces strict accountability by tying task performance to tangible in-app penalties.

What it does

Users add tasks with deadlines, and failing to complete them harms a virtual pet. The app penalizes missed tasks by damaging the pet, requiring a system reboot to revive it.

Who it's for

Individuals who struggle with willpower and want a guilt-driven, high-stakes approach to task management.

Why it matters

It replaces traditional task forgiveness with a strict penalty system that enforces discipline through digital consequences.