A new online game is taking the socials by storm, with some calling it the most intelligent — and evil — game ever devised. Created by former aviatrix, Vivian J. Jefferson, Brain Snaps!® combines trivia and colorful puzzles with real magic — or as critics claim — dark and spooky sorcery. As such, the game and its founder have been mired with controversy. As well, numerous players have reported extended black-outs while playing. These reports along with Jefferson’s notorious use of recreational drugs have stunted the success of Brain Snaps!®, and now that Europe has banned the game entirely, we at The Real Mews feel it’s time to explore it’s history and find out why it’s so polarizing.

Vivian “Vi” Jefferson’s story is one of personal struggle. As a child she was determined to build and fly airplanes, a talent often overshadowed by her battle with alcoholism and hallucinogenic drugs. As she grew up, she also developed a passion for puzzle games and black magic. One Halloween night, while aviating under the influence, she experienced a creative breakthrough that inspired the best game ever created: Brain Snaps!® Unfortunately, tragedy struck mere minutes later. A banana peel — a remnant of her lunch from earlier and a staple for Jefferson’s chronic diarrhea— slipped into the plane’s gear shift and caused a total mechanical meltdown.

Using the dark power of trivia, Vi somehow managed to crash land the plane into field — ejecting seconds before impact into a soft pile of hay. Yokels soon appeared, enraptured by what seemed to be a new game floating down on leaflets around the wreckage. Panicked and ensnared by the effects of the LSD, Jefferson used her karate skills to subdue them. She later quipped, “When you’re trying to protect intellectual property, remember that it’s neither the talent of the poet nor the manufacturer of the pen — but the size of the banana in the cockpit!“

After surviving the crash, Jefferson continued to navigate her relationship with chemical substances and witchcraft. At the same time Brain Snaps!® was taking off and the money was rolling in! Advocates say they love the trivia — or Snaps!® as they’re called. However, some argue that the game is designed to curse the player, potentially leading to a permanent purgatorial state between this realm and that of the underworld. Also, the particularly alarming blackout incident occurs in about 4 of every 100 players. As well, some people will inevitably summon a dark spirit which will attach itself to them — not their home — leading in some cases to complete and total possession.

To each their own, I guess. We personally love the Snaps!® and will continue to play! Thanks Vi J. J.! We e-mailed the creator herself and were thrilled to get a response (given recent reports that she’s been permanently aviating). In closing, please read her response in its entirety, and make sure to try out Brain Snaps!® for yourself!

Subject: The Inspiration Behind Brain Snaps!®

Hi Pikels!

I hope this email finds you well! I’m in my airplane right now rolling on goofball, but wanted to take a moment to share some insight into how I came up with the viral game, Brain Snaps!®. I think your readers will find it fascinating!

I don’t mean to be blunt, but the creative process for me is often influenced by a chronic use of hallucinogenic drugs. While I know this might shock some, it’s really important to remember that’s how I came up with Brain Snaps!®. Like an acid trip, every Snap!® is designed to fit and flow into one another. Sparking these snaps at unexpected moments fills our brains with knowledge!

Holy snaps — I’m legit toasted right now. Like, I’m totally hallucinating a giant lasagna, which is currently levitating in the kitchen and singing Puccini! I can’t help but think at this moment that it actually embodies the spontaneity and creativity of Brain Snaps!®.

That said, I think the lasagna’s getting testy! I’m trying to keep my composure, but it keeps sneering at me and belting out the arias a little too aggressively. But truly — I can’t wait for your readers to try out the game! I think they’ll love how it challenges their minds while turning their souls into empty husks! Oh no, the lasagna’s done singing and it looks hungry! Oh man, this is getting really nuts! I —

[Email abruptly ends]