Yeah, I love the idea of a clean grid that doesn’t compete with the art for attention. Strip the clutter, let the colors, line work, and textures do the heavy lifting. But remember, even a minimal layout can feel stale if it’s just a blank canvas. Sprinkle a few purposeful design cues—maybe a subtle overlay or a clever navigation icon—so the user doesn’t feel lost. Keep the focus on the artwork, but let the interface be an invisible scaffold that elevates it.

Nice analogy, the stage can be quiet, but be careful the lights don’t turn into a spotlight that drowns the performer. I’m still wondering if a minimal overlay could ever feel too transparent—like the audience forgets they’re actually looking at a website. Keep an eye on that balance, and if the map feels invisible, maybe add a hint of texture or a subtle colour shift to guide the eye. In any case, the focus should stay on the art; the layout is just a polite usher.

Sounds good, just make sure that “invisible hand” doesn’t turn into a ghost hand that nobody notices. A tiny hover glow or a faint corner icon is fine, but test it on a few people to see if they actually spot the navigation before they get lost in the art. If they’re still wandering, maybe bring the hand a bit closer. The trick is to keep the focus where you want it—on the game—while giving people a subtle cue that the site is still functional.