I live in Indy. I’m curious by nature. So I spent two weeks testing Skip The Games in Indianapolis. I used my phone and my laptop. I checked it from Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, and even near Speedway after a Pacers game. I wanted to see what works, what doesn’t, and what felt off. Here’s my honest take, no fluff.
Want the blow-by-blow version of my field test? I put the full story in this extended Skip The Games Indianapolis report.
Quick note before we start
This site is for adults. It’s messy. There are risks. I didn’t use it for meetups. I tested the site like I always do—search, contact, report, repeat. Think of this as a street-level review of the tool, not a “how-to” for anything shady.
What it felt like on day one
The site looks like an old local classifieds page. Big list. Lots of photos. Many posts repeat. Some look real. Some… not so much. On mobile, I had pop-ups that made me sigh. On desktop, it ran better, but still felt dated.
If that layout instantly reminds you of Backpage, you can see how today’s scene stacks up in my plain-talk Backpage Indianapolis review.
You know what? I don’t mind simple. But simple still needs a lock on the door. Before you dive in, take a minute to skim these universal security tips from Google—they apply everywhere, including here.
How I used it (real examples)
I ran a few small tests. Nothing wild. Just enough to see patterns:
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Example 1: “Maya317” had three selfies and a short bio with a 317 number. I sent a polite text asking for a same-day chat window and a recent photo with two fingers up (a “peace sign” check). She replied fast, then asked for a deposit by gift card. I said no and reported the ad. By the next day, that post was gone.
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Example 2: “RedFox SouthSide” posted nice studio shots. Too nice. I ran a reverse image search on one photo and found it tied to a model page in another state. I flagged it. The post stayed up that night, but it was removed two days later.
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Example 3: “BroadRippleCass” wrote in full sentences and was polite. That stood out. She sent a selfie with a thumbs up after I asked, which felt more real. Then she pushed me to switch to Telegram right away and pressed for money first. That’s where I bowed out. Quick pressure + money first = hard pass.
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Example 4: During race week build-up, I saw a sudden spike in new posts. Many had the same phone number with tiny changes (like 317-555-0123 vs 317-555-0132). That’s a classic clone pattern. I reported three. One got pulled the same afternoon.
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Honestly, after a while, I could spot the fakes fast. But it took a lot of clicking and a little luck.
What I liked
- It’s busy. There are tons of posts in Indy, especially on weekends.
- Replies come fast. I got answers within minutes at night.
- You can browse without logging in. No account needed just to look.
What bugged me
- Fake ads. Lots. Some use stolen pics or stock shots.
- Deposit asks. Cash App, gift cards, or “send half first.” Big red flag.
- Pop-ups on mobile. It got in the way.
- No strong checks. I didn’t see real ID-style verification or clear safety tools.
- Reposts and clones. Same text or number, tiny changes. It wastes time.
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The Indy flavor, for real
- Broad Ripple and Fountain Square had the most posts when I checked.
- Late nights get noisy. Weekends too. Monday mornings? Pretty quiet.
- During big sports nights, I saw a fresh wave. Pacers games, race week, even Colts home games did that to the feed.
Funny thing: I could hear the Speedway buzz outside my window while sifting through posts. Felt very “Indy.”
If you’d rather plan a full, grown-up night out that keeps you well clear of the scam mines, my first-person guide to an adult night in Indy has a ready-made roadmap.
Safety thoughts I kept front and center
I kept it simple and strict:
- I never sent money first. Not a dollar.
- I asked for a quick “peace sign” selfie to check if the person matched the ad.
- I used a separate number app, not my main line, for privacy.
- I reported anything that felt off. Fast and calm.
- I didn’t share my full name, job, or home details. No chance.
For a deeper dive into online safety basics, check out the quick tips over at ALCO. For an official law-enforcement perspective on meeting up after online classifieds, the Carlsbad Police Department offers a concise online classified ad safety guide.
These are basic internet safety moves. They help on any site, not just this one.
The people behind the screen
Some replies felt kind and human. A few thanked me for being polite. Others were blunt or pushy. That’s the internet for you—real folks mixed with bots and bad actors. The site doesn’t do a great job sorting that out for you. You have to do the sorting.
Who might use this—and who should skip it
- Might use: Folks who can smell a fake from a mile away, don’t mind clutter, and will never send money first.
- Should skip: Anyone who wants clean design, strong checks, and a safe, clear system. If you want structure, this isn’t it.
If you just want to meet people, try normal apps first. Bumble, Tinder, Hinge—those are boring sometimes, sure, but way more stable. Even then, stay smart. For a more direct, adults-only option that skips the clutter and connects you with local singles looking for no-strings fun, check out Fuck Buddies—you’ll get a free account, photo-verified profiles, and a chance to chat with real people instead of wading through endless scams.
Prefer to stick with the classifieds vibe but compare how a smaller market handles things? Take a look at the Opelika, Alabama edition of DoubleList here: DoubleList Opelika — the page showcases fresh local posts, simple filters, and a noticeably lower spam rate, giving you a cleaner snapshot of how the platform works when moderation keeps the noise down.
Need lighter fare? I’ve logged my hits, misses, and magic moments from real date nights around Indianapolis if you want ideas that don’t involve classifieds at all.
My bottom line
Skip The Games Indianapolis has volume, but it’s a minefield. I got quick replies. I also hit scams again and again. The site runs, but it doesn’t protect. You have to protect yourself.
My score: 2.5 out of 5 for usability in Indy. It works, but it wears you down.
Would I use it for anything serious? No. Would I browse it to study trends or report fakes? Yes. And if you do step in, go slow, trust your gut, and never pay first. Because once the money’s gone, it’s gone.
Final say
Indianapolis is warm, stubborn, and straight-talking. I love that about our city. I wish this site had that same energy—clear, honest, safe. It doesn’t, not yet. So keep your eyes open, keep your wallet shut, and keep your wits about you. That’s the real game here.