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Just delete it :/

Ads are the worst and they're antithetical to the vibe of something like this

If it's an actual ad.. You'd get more goodwill (and maybe clicks) out of a tiny 'if you appreciate this maybe check out product hunt to support me' message somewhere. At least it's not manipulative that way.

Yes, just delete it. Seriously. WTF is that? Loved the general vibe but hit the back button after a visceral to... f*ckin' Product Hunt? Seriously?

Crazy times, man.

Not really that crazy. It’s just an ad.

I hear you. If the billboard made you leave, it’s getting in the way of what I wanted the site to feel like. I’ll rethink it.

A small optional support link makes sense. I’ll think about moving the promotion out of the scene so it doesn’t interrupt the atmosphere.

option to hide will be nice.

I’m thinking about an option to hide them completely, or keep just the fictional city signs.

Honestly I’d blend it more. Maybe reduce the contrast a bit and so it’s not the first thing your eye goes to.

That makes sense. I’ll try lowering the contrast and adjusting the lighting so it fits the rest of the scene better.