Your Guide to Free Online Games

What is a Web game?
A Web game, or Web-based game is a game that you can play right in your Web browser. They are typically made with technologies like Flash, Shockwave or Java.

How is a Web game different than a regular computer game?
A regular computer game, sometimes called a PC game, is a piece of software that you download and buy in the store, and then install. You can then run it without using your browser or being connected to the Internet. Web games are usually free to play, but regular computer games almost always cost money to purchase.

What do I need to play a Web game?
You need a modern Web browser, such as Internet Explorer 6.0 or better, Firefox or Safari. For most games, you also need a browser plug-in such as Flash, Shockwave or Java. You can download these from Adobe and Sun.