```xml
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<game>
  <title>Kaleidoo Art</title>
  <slug>kaleidoo-art</slug>
  <short-desc>Create beautiful kaleidoscope and mandala art with intuitive controls and watch your artistic process unfold with the replay feature.</short-desc>
  <categories>
    <category>Art</category>
    <category>Drawing</category>
    <category>Creative</category>
  </categories>
  <keywords>kaleidoscope, mandala, drawing, art, creative, digital art, html5 game, canvas, generative art, pattern, replay, symmetry</keywords>
  <content>
# About Kaleidoo Art

Kaleidoo Art is an engaging HTML5 drawing application that allows you to effortlessly create beautiful and intricate kaleidoscopic and mandala-style patterns. With a simple and intuitive interface, you can select your preferred color, brush size, and the number of symmetrical segments to mirror your strokes. As you draw on the canvas, your lines are instantly replicated, transforming simple gestures into complex and mesmerizing designs.

The game is designed for artists of all levels, from those looking for a relaxing doodle experience to more dedicated creators wanting to explore symmetrical art. The focus is on the joy of creation and the surprise of seeing unique patterns emerge from your input. One of its standout features is the ability to replay your entire drawing process, offering a captivating way to review and share your artistic journey.

## How to Play

Getting started with Kaleidoo Art is easy:

1.  **Customize Your Brush:**
    *   **Color:** Click the color swatch next to "Color:" to pick your desired hue from the color picker.
    *   **Size:** Adjust the "Size:" slider to change your brush thickness. The current size (from 1 to 30) is displayed next to the slider.
    *   **Mirror Segments:** Select the number of symmetrical reflections (e.g., 2, 4, 6, up to 24) from the "Mirror:" dropdown. This determines how many times your stroke is mirrored around the center of the canvas.
2.  **Draw:** Click (or tap on touch devices) and drag your mouse/finger across the white canvas area. Your strokes will be mirrored in real-time according to the selected number of segments, creating symmetrical patterns.
3.  **Manage Your Creation:**
    *   **Clear:** Click the "Clear" button to erase the entire canvas and start a new drawing. A confirmation message "Canvas Cleared!" will briefly appear.
    *   **Replay:** Click the "Replay" button to watch an animation of your drawing being created stroke by stroke. The button will change to "Stop Replay"; click it again to end the replay early and view the final artwork. A message "Replaying..." or "Replay Finished!" will be shown.

There are no specific objectives or scores; the goal is simply to explore your creativity and produce visually appealing symmetrical art.

## Features

- **Symmetrical Drawing Engine:** Create mesmerizing kaleidoscope and mandala patterns with a selectable number of mirror segments (2 to 24).
- **Intuitive Art Tools:** Easily select colors using a standard color picker, adjust brush sizes with a responsive slider, and choose the mirror complexity.
- **Art Process Replay:** Watch an animated replay of your entire drawing process from start to finish, or stop it at any point.
- **Instant Visual Feedback:** See your patterns form in real-time on the canvas as you draw.
- **Clear Canvas Function:** Quickly start over with a fresh canvas by clicking the "Clear" button.
- **Responsive &amp; Touch-Friendly:** Enjoy a seamless drawing experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices, with adaptive canvas sizing and touch controls.
- **User Interface Messages:** Get feedback on actions like clearing the canvas or starting/finishing a replay via on-screen messages.

## Controls

- **Drawing:**
    - **Mouse:** Left-click and drag on the canvas.
    - **Touch:** Tap and drag your finger on the canvas.
- **UI Interactions:**
    - **Select Color:** Click the color input field next to "Color:" and choose from the system's color palette.
    - **Adjust Brush Size:** Drag the slider next to "Size:". The numerical value updates alongside.
    - **Set Mirror Segments:** Click the dropdown menu next to "Mirror:" and select a number.
    - **Clear Canvas:** Click the "Clear" button.
    - **Replay/Stop Replay:** Click the "Replay" button to start the animation. Click the same button (now labeled "Stop Replay") to end the animation.

## Tips & Strategies

- **Experiment with Segments:** Lower segment counts (e.g., 2, 4) create simpler symmetries, ideal for basic patterns. Higher counts (e.g., 12, 16, 24) produce more intricate, mandala-like designs.
- **Layer Colors and Sizes:** Start with larger brush sizes for background elements or broad shapes, then switch to smaller sizes and contrasting colors for finer details and highlights.
- **Vary Stroke Speed and Shape:** Slow, deliberate curves can create flowing, organic designs. Quick, sharp, or jagged lines can result in more abstract, geometric patterns. Try drawing spirals, dots, and lines radiating from or towards the center.
- **Utilize the Center Point:** Strokes that pass through or originate near the center of the canvas often produce particularly interesting and cohesive focal points in your kaleidoscopic art.
- **Don't Be Afraid to Clear:** If a design isn't working out, the "Clear" button is your friend. Each new canvas is a fresh opportunity for discovery.
  </content>
  <faq>
    <question>How do I save my artwork?</question>
    <answer>The game currently does not have a built-in feature to save artwork as an image file. You can use your device's screenshot functionality to save your creations. The drawing is saved in memory for the replay feature during your current session.</answer>
    
    <question>Can I play this game on mobile devices?</question>
    <answer>Yes, Kaleidoo Art is designed to be responsive and supports touch controls, making it fully compatible with mobile browsers on smartphones and tablets.</answer>
    
    <question>Is this game free to play?</question>
    <answer>Yes, Kaleidoo Art is completely free to play in your web browser. There are no hidden costs or in-app purchases.</answer>
  </faq>
  <specifications>
    <multiplayer>false</multiplayer>
  </specifications>
</game>
```

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