Scratch, We Need to Talk. Every day, across the globe, creators—young and old—pour their heart, soul, time, and imagination into Scratch projects. They stay up late, wrestle with code, push boundaries, and challenge themselves—not for fame, but for the hope that their ideas might inspire others. For a moment, they dream their project could be seen. Celebrated. Featured. But that moment rarely comes. Because on Scratch today, recognition too often follows the crowd, not the craft. The system tends to favor what's popular, not what's original. It judges by the numbers—likes, favorites, followers—rather than the creative spark that makes a project truly unique. We say “don’t judge a book by its cover.” But Scratch, sometimes it feels like the cover is the only thing being judged. Too often, the front page looks the same: platformers with recycled mechanics and slightly tweaked costumes, looping trends, and predictable templates. Meanwhile, groundbreaking projects—those that dare to be different, that push creativity into new territory—are left in the shadows. We need to change that. We need a system that lifts up bold creativity, not just popularity. A system that encourages innovation over imitation. That gives visibility to the underdogs—the storytellers, the inventors, the boundary-pushers who don’t just remix, but reimagine. Let’s spotlight projects that surprise us. That challenge us. That break the mold and redefine what a Scratch project can be. Let's bring back the magic of stumbling across something you've never seen before. Scratch is more than a platform. It’s a global stage for learning, growth, and expression. But it can only live up to its potential if we reward what really matters: effort, originality, and passion. So to the Scratch Team, and to the entire community: Let’s build a better system. One that gives everyone—not just the loudest voices—a chance to be heard. Let’s feature projects not just because they’re liked, but because they’re loved for their creativity. Let’s celebrate Scratch for what it truly is: a place to dream, create, and be seen. The future of Scratch deserves more than popularity contests. It deserves vision. It deserves change. Let’s be the ones to make it happen.
