Awards

Awards was one of those Flash games you'd find tucked away on a casual site in the late 2000s. It was a simple, straightforward experience, a product of that era when a single clever idea could become a whole game. You didn't need an account or a download; you just clicked and started playing.

You control a stylist preparing a client for a ceremony. With the mouse, you select tools from a tray to apply makeup, style hair, and choose accessories. The main objective is to complete the look before time runs out, satisfying the client's requests which appear as thought bubbles. You work through distinct stages, first dealing with the face and hair, then moving on to jewelry and outfit pieces. The pacing is steady, not frantic, but the timer adds a gentle pressure to keep you focused. It feels like a quiet, methodical puzzle of aesthetics, where a steady hand and a good eye for color combinations lead to a finished portrait.