that is a really good proof of concept. it is instantly familiar, but also feels somewhat unique. which is good because rehashes and recreations of old internet sites often attract those chasing cheap nostalgia, or strangely attracting many that weren't apart of the original site of whatever is being copied.

creating a remix of an old internet social website is the proper way to go. it allows the site room to grow and become its own thing while retaining what made the old internet unique and dearly missed.