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MAKE × IMAGINE

Impossible Invention

Design an object that solves a problem nobody has.JoyRiders Play library
creativestoryhumorshared improvisation
PLAYERSsolo / two people / group
TIME5–20 min
ENERGYlow / medium
PLACEindoors / outdoors / anywhere
SETUP1 min
COMMUNITYNot yet rated

HOW TO PLAY

Start here.

YOU’LL NEEDOptional paper and pen
  1. 1Choose a tiny non-problem, such as toast being too rectangular.
  2. 2Invent a device that solves it with unnecessary brilliance.
  3. 3Give it a name, one feature, and a deeply unconvincing sales pitch.

REMIX THE RULES

Complete twists.

Play variationSolve the tragedy of toast being rectangular.
Play variationDesign an umbrella for houseplants that dislike indoor weather.
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