Hyume

Brain rot is a hazard
of modern life.
We're on a mission to fight back.

Stay Sharp

Social media... AI slop... Endless short-form videos... They all erode our cognitive skills.

Hyume is a fun way to tackle a serious challenge -- keeping your most valuable cognitive skills sharp. Join our mission today!

Why you should do this

  • All of us are constantly being fed content intended to be consumed passively. Hyume challenges you to think and create actively.
  • Like a fitness routine, it can be challenging. It's also rewarding and fun.
  • You'll get better with time. Stay the best version of yourself.

How it works

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  • Answer questions that tap into your capacity for original thought.
  • Then see other users' answers.
  • Vote for the most original and imaginative answer.

Here's the twist – one of the answers is AI-generated. We won't tell you which one until after you've voted.

Play solo or with friends in a league. Either way, you're competing against other humans and AI.

Track your progress

Over time, watch how you rank against all Hyume users and against AI. Get useful tips for how to improve.

Progress tracking example
Alan

"It's like a gym for my best thinking."

Alan, Boston

Sophie

"It's rare to find something so fun that is actually good for your brain."

Sophie, Raleigh

Hector

"I joined a league with some of my most creative friends and surprised myself at how well I did."

Hector, Miami

Barbara

"For me, half the battle was finding the confidence to put my best ideas out there."

Barbara, Frederick

Maggie

"I'm a different person in the office now — more confident, more innovative, more inspiring. People notice the change."

Maggie, London

Alan

"It's like a gym for my best thinking."

Alan, Boston

Sophie

"It's rare to find something so fun that is actually good for your brain."

Sophie, Raleigh

Hector

"I joined a league with some of my most creative friends and surprised myself at how well I did."

Hector, Miami

Barbara

"For me, half the battle was finding the confidence to put my best ideas out there."

Barbara, Frederick

Maggie

"I'm a different person in the office now — more confident, more innovative, more inspiring. People notice the change."

Maggie, London

Our methodology

The Hyume Creative Cognition Matrix™ maps the contours of your original thinking skills, helping you target areas for improvement. Learn more here.

FAQs

Who we are

Hyume is combining the best academic research in creative cognition with real-world strategies used by the creative industries to nurture originality and innovation. Our team comes from the worlds of neuroscience, music, art, advertising, and education. We share a dedication to helping humans thrive in the Age of AI.