Make Small Games

A simple game idea generator to help spark creativity when you're stuck.

Having trouble coming up with your next game idea? This tool randomly combines different genres, goals, settings, and twists to give you starting points for new projects. It's nothing fancy, but it can help break through creative blocks.

Features

• Generate random game concept combinations
• Mix elements from various genres, goals, settings, and gameplay twists
• Basic compatibility checking to avoid completely nonsensical combinations
• Clean, dark-themed interface
• Useful for game jams, prototyping, or just brainstorming

How It Works

Click the generate button to get a random combination of:

• Genre: The type of game (platformer, puzzle, RPG, etc.)
• Goal: What the player is trying to achieve
• Setting: Where the game takes place
• Twist: A unique mechanic or constraint to make it interesting

The combinations are random, so some might work better than others. Use them as starting points and adapt them to fit your vision.

Good For

• Game jam participants who need quick inspiration
• Developers experiencing creative blocks
• Students practicing game design concepts
• Anyone who enjoys brainstorming game ideas

This is a straightforward tool - no complex algorithms, just random combinations of pre-written elements. Sometimes the simplest approach works best!