The Skindex
Millions of uploaded Minecraft skins plus an editor, which is the closest thing that game has ever had to a fashion scene.
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How to get the most from it
The Skindex sits in Dress-Up & Avatars under Play, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something nostalgic and chaotic.
About this category: Avatar makers and dress-up games, which are really just character creators liberated from the games they were trapped in. A whole subculture.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- A trip back to the older internet
- Pure, noisy chaos
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
The Skindex: quick answers
Is The Skindex free?
Yes. The Skindex is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use The Skindex?
No. You can use The Skindex without signing up for anything.
Does The Skindex work on a phone?
Not well. We file The Skindex as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is The Skindex safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does The Skindex take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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