Falling Falling
Three infinite layers of colour falling forever over a low drone, from the net artist behind half the web's cult toys.
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How to get the most from it
Falling Falling sits in Oddly Satisfying under Unwind, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something mesmerising and unsettling.
About this category: Pop it, stretch it, watch it fall. Sites built around one physically pleasing interaction, repeated until you feel better.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- A little creeping unease
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Falling Falling: quick answers
Is Falling Falling free?
Yes. Falling Falling is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Falling Falling?
No. You can use Falling Falling without signing up for anything.
Does Falling Falling work on a phone?
Yes. Falling Falling works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Falling Falling safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Falling Falling take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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