Cryptic Signals is born from a passion of mine: cryptozoology. Inspired by bird-spotting social media groups, Cryptic Signals is a mobile app that allows you to track local cryptids such as Bigfoot & the Mothman. This gag platform offers creature-tracking maps, catalogues of various supernatural animals, community discussion boards, and you can also log your own cryptid sightings. This app embraces the adventurous optimism of cryptic enthusiasts and provides a space for everyone to interact and explore!
Cryptic Signals
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I was heavily influenced by a rustic, outdoorsy feel, specifically the visual of sharing paranormal stories around a campfire. Cryptids always get roped in with the horror genre, and so I wanted this branding to be warmer and friendlier. The logo, a tree branch, directly comes from the legend that Bigfoot, similar to other great apes, uses thick tree branches to communicate across great distances by hitting them together. I always giggle to myself when I come across a broken tree branches in the wilderness—could mean Bigfoot is around!
