Getting Started with BoredGames

Welcome! 🎉

BoredGames is designed to be simple and intuitive. Whether you're visiting for the first time or the hundredth, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your creative journey.

Quick Start Guide

  1. Check Today's Idea: Every day, we feature a fresh creative idea on the homepage. It's carefully selected to inspire you and match the time of year.
  2. Explore More Ideas: Click "Try Another Idea" to discover more suggestions, or browse our entire collection organized by category.
  3. Use Filters: Tell us your available time, current mood, and interests. We'll show you ideas that match perfectly.
  4. Save & Track: Found something you like? Save it for later and track your progress as you complete each idea.

Features & How to Use Them

Smart Mode

Enable Smart Mode to avoid seeing the same ideas repeatedly. It also respects your filters to give you more personalized suggestions.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep Smart Mode enabled for the best experience. It learns your preferences as you explore.

Filters

Customize your idea discovery with three types of filters:

⏱️ Time Available: Filter by how much time you have – from quick 5-minute activities to longer projects.
😊 Mood: Select your current energy level: Energetic, Creative, Analytical, or Relaxing.
🎨 Category: Choose from 15 categories including Creative, Technology, Nature, Science, and more.

Progress Tracking

Keep track of your creative journey with three stats:

Click on any stat to view your saved or completed ideas.

Search

Know what you're looking for? Use the search bar to find specific ideas by keyword, category, or topic.

Keyboard Shortcuts ⌨️

Power users can navigate faster with these keyboard shortcuts:

Get a new idea N
Return to today's idea T
Save current idea S
Show all shortcuts ?

Tips for Success

Ready to Discover Your First Idea?

Let's get started on your creative journey!

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