This paper presents an adaptive gamification pattern catalog based on a PBL (Points, Badges, and Leaderboard) gamification model for collaborative location and time-based collecting systems (CLCS). Nine patterns are presented that adapt either the game’s mechanics or components. One of the adaptive gamification patterns was implemented in a citizen science platform for evaluation. Following the gamification design heuristics, an expert inspection and a player experience assessment with end users were developed. Player experience evaluation compared two scenarios: a non-adaptive and an adaptive setup. Results showed the applicability of the presented patterns and game model.