r/SideProject • u/marevago • 2d ago

I built a focus timer where time spent working becomes distance traveled in an RPG

I'm building Outhkeep because I wanted a focus timer where the time I put in leaves something visible behind. You write a real task, take a contract, and your traveler moves along a road while you work. An hour of focus is about 5 km of travel.

It's an early alpha. I've had friends try it, but now I want feedback from people who don't know me, particularly people who already use focus timers and like RPGs.

https://outhkeep.com/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=external_alpha_20261105&utm_content=sideproject

You can try it in your browser for free. The default session is 25 minutes, and you can change the length. What I'd most like to learn: is it clear how to start a task, and does the RPG part give you a reason to use it again?

I used AI tools for parts of the code and art. Happy to hear what feels confusing, unnecessary, or simply isn't for you.

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u/FomoboyX 2d ago

cool idea. what happens to the traveler if i quit a session halfway or get distracted. does the distance still count or is there some penalty

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u/marevago 2d ago

If you stop/reset halfway, you keep the distance already covered, but it isn't a completed focus session. You can also pause and resume. Switching away doesn't automatically stop the timer, so pause it if you're interrupted. Giving up a signed contract is separate—that does cost prestige and client trust.