Best Online Browser Games

Browser games are a fun way to pass some time. Over the last decade, browser games have gained more backing as almost everyone has a somewhat powerful computer. A browser game is a simple program that allows its users to play games online without having to download an installation file. Browser games have simple interfaces that are integrated into your computer’s browser. Using basic software like adobe flash, games on browsers can achieve flashy effects and graphics.

Because of how simple browser games are to create, there are thousands of them and it goes without saying that a lot of them are terribly put together. While you can get some quality gaming from some browser games, some of them re just clickbait or cash grabs for the creators. Second-rate browser games are plastered with ads and unwanted content. 

Luckily, there are a number of browser games that can actually give you some hours of good play without appearing as sloppy cash grabs. In this article, I have compiled a list of some of the best browser games that are sure to keep you entertained.

SLITHER.IO

Slither.io is a super popular browser game mostly because it takes elements from the ever-popular Nokia game; Snake Xenzia. Unlike the original snake game, Slither.io is a massively multiplayer online game. It has a fun and interesting gameplay style where players have to control an avatar resembling a worm that eats multicolored pallets to grow in size. 

Slither.io is easily likable and is also highly competitive. Players compete to achieve the longest worm on the server. At first glance, slither.io’s gameplay style might seem quite easy and you might think that topping the leaderboard might not be such a feat; you’re wrong. Considering how determined the other players are unless you come up with a killer strategy and implement it, chances are high that your worm won’t grow beyond a certain length.

http://slither.io/

STREET SKATER 

This is a browser game for people who are fans of skating games. Even if you aren’t a fan of skating games, this here is a game that will keep you engaged for a long time. It is a challenging game that keeps many new players stuck on its first set of levels. It has a simple game style that uses your keyboard. It has minimal graphics so the chances of even a slight lag are very low. It’s a game that will keep calling you back to try to beat your previous high score. This is one nice game to kill time on.        

http://armorgames.com/street-skater-game/18047

POKÉMON SHOWDOWN

This browser game is based on the hit 90s gaming series that has grown into the biggest entertainment franchise in the world. This particular game is loved by children and grown-ups alike. This online battle simulator has the same elements as the original Pokémon games, except you skip through all the long adventures and go straight into battle. You can build a custom team if you have a preference for the Pokémon you want to use, or you can join a random one and battle with whatever you get. Unlike the original games, this game’s goal isn’t to “catch ‘em all,” this time you have to beat ‘em all!

https://play.pokemonshowdown.com/

TETRIS

Some games never get old and the legendary Tetris is prime proof of it. Through the years, Tetris has left its original black and white roots to become a multicolored visually appealing game that can rack in hours of gameplay from its players. While the graphics have changed, the goal and gameplay remain the same; you earn points by clearing horizontal lines, but it’s the neon-colored blocks that add a freshness to the classic game that will surely help you kill some time during breaks.

https://tetris.com/play-tetris

THE WIKI GAME

While Wikipedia is known for being a destination for gaining knowledge about various topics, you can also play a number of games on it. The Wiki Game is an interesting game in which you start from a particular Wikipedia page on a topic and you have to race through different links to reach your “destination” page.  Agreed that it’s a game for geeks but nonetheless, it’s a fun game. If you like word games and puzzle games, you’ll definitely like The Wiki Game.

https://www.thewikigame.com/group

DOOM

The first doom was released over 25 years ago, today, you can play the original Doom on your browser with the help of adobe flash player. Step into this epic first-person shooter game that tests your accuracy and performance under pressure. Doom is another great browser game to kill some free time. Doom online can be played using a keyboard and mouse on any browser. 

https://www.kongregate.com/games/mike_id/doom-1

REVENGE OF THE KID

You don’t always need a console or a gaming PC to enjoy an RPG. Revenge Of The Kid is an engaging RPG set in the wild west where you have to avenge the murder of a loved one. Just load, aim and fire at the bandits standing on platforms and use boomerang knives to hit those beyond range. There’s a wide variety of weapons to unlock and more challenging enemies come as you progress further which makes the game even more fun.

https://armorgames.com/play/18242/revenge-of-the-kid

POWERLINE.IO

This is another browser game that is based on the old snake game on Nokia phones. Sporting a color scheme as bright as the Tron bike games, Powerline.io is a game where you have to collect as many power-ups as you can to increase the length of your neon snake using the arrow keys. Your snake dies if you touch another snake or your own body. If you slither closely to another neon snake, you’ll receive a temporary speed boost that adds to the fun of an already fantastic browser game.

http://powerline.io/

BROWSERQUEST

This browser game invites you to explore a digital world from your — you guessed it — browser. Step into the shoes of a young warrior in search of friends, adventure and treasure. Whether you defeat enemies alone or as a party is up to you. But don’t forget to collect the loot when you do! It will take you far in BrowserQuest.

http://browserquest.herokuapp.com/

APPLE WORM

If you think Flappy Bird was frustrating, you’ve got to try Apple Worm. The goal is to get your worm to eat the apples and reach the portals without getting stuck in the obstacles or falling off the level. It sounds simple, but the levels get trickier as you progress. Think you can help the worm eat the apple in all 30 levels

https://poki.com/en/g/apple-worm

 

And there you have it. A list of some of the best browser games to keep you company and while away time. Remember, if you don’t have an internet connection, none of these games will work. When this happens, try the default game on your google chrome browser; the dinosaur game. Just type in “chrome://dino/” on chrome’s URL bar to enjoy one of the most popular browser games.

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