Scribble.rs

Scribble.rs is a free, privacy-respecting online pictionary game where players draw prompts and others guess in real time. It is designed as a lightweight, self-hostable alternative to skribbl.io, with no required accounts and no advertisements.

Key Features

• Multiplayer lobbies for real-time drawing and guessing gameplay
• Browser-based client with no account requirement
• Real-time communication using WebSockets
• Configurable server via environment variables or a local .env file
• Supports running behind a reverse proxy (with WebSocket configuration)
• Prometheus metrics endpoint for basic server-side monitoring
• Docker images available for straightforward deployment

Use Cases

• Hosting a private game night for friends, teams, or communities
• Running a classroom-friendly drawing and vocabulary game without ads
• Providing a privacy-focused public instance for a community

Limitations and Considerations

• Built-in metrics are currently limited in scope compared to full observability setups
• Reverse-proxy deployments require correct WebSocket support/configuration

Scribble.rs is a solid choice for anyone who wants a simple, fast, and privacy-friendly multiplayer drawing game that can be deployed with minimal operational overhead. It fits well for both small private groups and community-hosted instances.