Doodle Duel vs SkillForge

Doodle Duel is the ultimate real-time drawing game that combines creativity, competition, and fun, catering to both seasoned artists and casual doodlers alike. With an exciting gameplay format that allows you to engage with up to 29 friends, Doodle Duel eliminates the need for accounts or downloads, making it incredibly easy to jump right into the action. The game kicks off with a drawing prompt, and players have just 60 seconds to sketch their interpretation. To add an unexpected twist, an AI judge—powered by advanced algorithms from Google Gemini or OpenAI—evaluates each submission, providing comical yet fair feedback. This unique blend of speed, creativity, and humor ensures that Doodle Duel is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any casual hangout. With flexible modes available, players can choose between a solo arcade adventure or chaotic multiplayer duels, making Doodle Duel an engaging experience for everyone involved.

I built SkillForge because I kept running into the same problem — I'd practice audio production or graphic design for a few days, then completely lose the habit with zero record of my progress. Every productivity app I tried was either too generic or made for corporate project management, not for creatives who just want to get better at their craft.

The core idea was simple: what if practicing your skill felt like levelling up in a game?

So I built a skill tracker where every minute you practice earns real XP, builds streaks, and unlocks badges. The more you show up, the more you level up — from Level 1 to Level 10 across any creative discipline you choose (audio, design, dev, video, photography, and more).

What surprised me most during development was how much the AI Coach feature resonated with early testers. Instead of just logging time, the AI analyzes your session history and tells you exactly what to work on next — it noticed patterns in people's practice that they hadn't noticed themselves.

A few things I'm proud of:
🔥 Streak system that actually keeps you accountable
🤖 GPT-4o-mini powered coaching that builds you a personalised 7-day plan
📶 Fully offline-first — your sessions save locally and sync when you reconnect
👥 A community feed so you're not grinding alone

This started as a personal tool and grew into something I genuinely use every day. I'd love to hear what you think — especially from fellow creatives.