Spin the Tale was a collaborative storytelling game I built during Christmas as my submission for React Jam 2023, hosted on the social app, Rune. The idea was simple: players take turns writing parts of a story, each adding their own twist before passing it on. I created it during the festive season with the goal of keeping families engaged, letting them share laughter and creativity together while staying connected to the Christmas spirit. On launch, it received a burst of users who quickly began creating their own shared tales, showing that the concept resonated beyond just family circles.

Although it was designed around Christmas, the game itself is timeless — the act of building stories together works at any time of year. Developed quickly for the jam, it leaned into minimalism while still creating fun, surprising results. Looking back, I see it as both a playful experiment and a reminder that even small projects can spark genuine connection. If I were to revisit it, I’d explore adding festive themes, illustrations, or narration to make the storytelling experience even more immersive.