Introduction
Minimalism is cute until everything feels like a beige waiting room. Time to ship goblincore UX: scrappy, legible, and unapologetically chaotic-good.
Main Content
Principles
- Loud affordances: buttons that beg to be smashed, not ghost-text whispers.
- Flavorful microcopy: replace “Submit” with something that slaps, like “Send it”.
- Useful clutter: if it helps flow, it stays—pretty is optional.
Patterns to Steal
- Status toasts with attitude: “Saved. Go breathe.”
- Helpful defaults over blank slates; nobody wants to configure their soul.
- Easter eggs for loyal goblins; reward curiosity with tiny delights.
Callout
Accessibility is non-negotiable. Chaos doesn’t mean excluding people.
Pro Tip
Prototype in grayscale first; add chaos after usability lands.
Watch Out
Don’t confuse noisy with playful. If everything yells, nothing speaks.
Key Takeaways
- Personality can coexist with clarity.
- Microcopy is your cheapest dopamine hit.
- Prioritize access; goblins help everyone if built right.
Conclusion
Ship interfaces that feel alive. Let the app crack a joke, guide the user, and make the journey less beige.