How to Build and Export Your 9-Game Grid with ShareGameGrid

Getting Started: No Account, No Friction

ShareGameGrid is a free browser-based tool that turns your gaming history into a single 3×3 grid. You don't need to sign up, install anything, or create an account. The entire editor runs in your browser, and any images you upload are stored locally — meaning your uploads stay in your browser and aren't sent to a server. If you can open a webpage, you can build your grid in a few minutes.

Step 1: Tap a Tile to Start

When you open the grid editor, you'll see a blank 3×3 template with nine empty tiles. Each tile starts with a ready-made prompt — like "Childhood," "With friends," or "Comfort game." To begin, simply tap any tile. That opens the editing panel for that specific spot, marked as "Current Tile" with its position (for example, 01 / 09).

You don't have to follow the starter prompts. If you'd rather make a grid of your all-time favorites or a theme like "games that scared me," you can change any prompt to tell your own story. The prompt is the label that appears under the cover on the final image.

Step 2: Search for a Cover Using CheapShark and Wikipedia

With a tile selected, start typing a game title into the game search field. ShareGameGrid will look for matching cover art as you type, using CheapShark and Wikipedia as the cover sources. That means you'll usually see official box art or key art for the game you have in mind.

As you type, a list of cover choices appears. Pick the one that fits best. If the exact edition isn't showing, try a simpler version of the title, or check whether the game is listed under its full name. The cover search is meant to be quick and practical — not exhaustive — so don't worry if an obscure variant isn't there. You can always move on to the next option: uploading your own image.

Step 3: Upload Your Own Cover (Optional)

If the built-in search doesn't return the right cover, or if you want to use custom artwork, a screenshot, or a fan-made image, ShareGameGrid lets you upload your own. In the tile editor, look for the "Upload your own cover" option. Choose an image from your device, and it will be placed in the tile. You can also remove a cover and try again if you change your mind.

Since your uploads stay in your browser, they won't be sent to a server — but they're also tied to that specific browser. If you clear your browser data, you may need to re-upload images. Your grid is saved automatically in the browser you're using, so you can return to it later without an account.

Step 4: Fill All Nine Tiles

Repeat the process for each of the nine tiles. The editor tracks your progress with a counter like "0 / 9," so you'll know how many slots remain. You can edit prompts, swap covers, or clear a tile at any time. There's also a "Reset grid" option if you want to start fresh.

Don't rush this step — the fun is in curating a grid that tells a coherent story. Mix moments from childhood, multiplayer memories, hidden gems, or "one more round" games. Every prompt is yours to change, and the layout stays a clean 3×3.

Step 5: Download Your 1200×1200 PNG

Once all nine tiles are filled, you're ready to export. Click the "Download PNG" button, and ShareGameGrid generates a square 1200×1200 image that includes the game covers, titles, and your custom prompts. That resolution is ideal for social media — it's large enough to stay crisp on feeds but small enough to upload almost anywhere.

The download gives you a final, ready-to-share file. There are no watermarks, no sign-up walls, and no hidden export limits mentioned in the site's instructions.

Step 6: Share to X, Instagram, or Anywhere Else

The site offers a direct share path for X (formerly Twitter). Here's the suggested flow:

Copy the image using the "Copy image" option in the tool.
Open X.
Paste it directly into your post with ⌘V (Mac) or Ctrl+V (Windows).

When you paste that way, the image is attached automatically. If you prefer, you can skip the copy step and just attach the downloaded PNG manually — both methods work.

For Instagram, the approach is the same as any image: save or download the PNG from ShareGameGrid, then upload it to Instagram as a standard post or story. The square 1200×1200 format fits Instagram's ratio nicely. You can also send the file to Discord, Bluesky, or your gaming group — it's just a normal image file once downloaded.

Final Thoughts

ShareGameGrid isn't a daily puzzle or a competitive game — it's a simple creative tool. The entire workflow is: tap a tile, edit the prompt, find or upload a cover, repeat, then download and post. There's no account required, your uploads stay local, and the result is a polished, shareable square image that captures nine games in one glance.

If you're stuck on ideas, the default prompts are a solid starting point. Otherwise, you can make every category your own. The only real requirement: pick nine games that shaped you.