About the Project
Daily Verdict is a minimalist social game built around a simple idea:
one question, one vote, every day.
The inspiration came from observing how complex platforms often over-engineer interaction, while the most engaging conversations usually start with a single, relatable question. I wanted to explore whether removing scores, timers, and competition could create a calmer, more thoughtful social experience.
Each day, every user sees the same question. They vote first, then explain their reasoning in the comments. This sequence is intentional—it encourages instinctive decision-making followed by reflection, rather than debate before commitment.
What I Learned
- Simplicity is a feature, not a limitation
- Subtle UI interactions can feel more engaging than heavy animations
- Designing for discussion requires restraint, not incentives
I also learned how to design interfaces that feel fast and lightweight while still encouraging participation.
How It Was Built
Daily Verdict was built as a Reddit-native experience using a clean, modern UI focused on clarity and accessibility. The interface avoids visual noise, heavy gradients, and unnecessary motion. Instead, it relies on spacing, typography, and subtle hover animations (for desktop users) to provide feedback without distraction.
The project integrates directly with Reddit’s app ecosystem, posting daily questions automatically and leveraging comments for discussion rather than building a separate system.
Challenges Faced
The biggest challenge was knowing what not to build.
Resisting the urge to add features—scores, timers, streaks, or rewards—was difficult but essential to preserving the core idea. Another challenge was finding the right balance between visual polish and performance, ensuring the experience felt smooth on both desktop and mobile.
Daily Verdict is an experiment in intentional minimalism, designed to show how small interactions can lead to meaningful conversations at scale.
Built With
- devvit
- react
- typescript
- utc
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