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First-year students often face difficulties understanding the genetic perspective on learning personality due to their unfamiliarity with terminology and limited prior exposure to biological science. Traditional lecture-based approaches offer limited visualization of genetic mechanisms, leading to shallow comprehension and low engagement. To address this gap, the Genetic Ladder Board was developed as a constructivist, game-based learning innovation designed to make learning personality from the perspective of genetics more interactive, visual, and meaningful. The board integrates mini-games, question cards, dares, anagrams, and visual cues inspired by Snakes and Ladders to reinforce the relationship between genetics and personality. A study involving 32 first-semester Diploma in Psychology students employed pre- and post-quizzes, as well as a feedback survey, to measure learning outcomes, motivation, and clarity of gameplay. Results showed improvement in overall students’ understanding of the topic, where total scores increased from 255 to 282, and mean scores rose from 7.97 to 8.81, indicating a higher conceptual understanding. Students’ feedback was positive, with 88.5% agreeing that they were actively engaged and that the game helped them learn enjoyably, while 92.3% found the activity easy to follow. Students also reported increased confidence, teamwork, and interest in the topic. The Genetic Ladder Board demonstrates that game-based instruction can effectively transform abstract scientific content into accessible learning experiences. Beyond classroom implementation, the product has commercialization potential through printed board versions, instructor kits, and nationwide distribution to schools or higher-education institutions. It also holds potential for digital adaptation through mobile or web-based platforms, enabling wider access and better learning impact.