I’ve been drowning in coursework lately, and during one of those days when everything felt like too much, I randomly clicked on a Viking-themed slot game link someone shared in a Discord server. I usually don’t play slots, but this one was in demo mode and didn’t require anything from me — just press and play. It was surprisingly calming, especially with the background music and the occasional animations when bonuses kicked in. I ended up bookmarking the vikings demo because it turned into a quick escape from all the academic noise. Now whenever I need a breather between Zoom calls and essay deadlines, I just spin for a few minutes and reset. It’s oddly satisfying and way better than doom-scrolling social media. Didn’t expect to enjoy something like this, but it’s now my go-to five-minute getaway.