Looking to the future through data: The rise and potential of gamification in medical education – A bibliometric analysis from 2000 to 2024

Gamification enhances learner engagement and outcomes in medical education, fostering core medical competencies, and professional qualities. We report key development trends and research hotspots, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration. Future research should explore the long-term benefits of gamified learning, personalized learning paths, and the integration of gamification within ethical and standard frameworks to drive continuous innovation in medical education.