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Hurdle

Enjoy this popular word guessing game with a twist – play Hurdle today

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8 Ball Pool

Everyone loves a game of pool. No need to go to a bar - play now!

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Alu's Revenge 2

Oops, you've angered the genie - escape from his temple!

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Arkadium's Bubble Shooter

Match bubbles to pop them in this bright, colorful game.

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Block Champ

Clear the tiles before the grid fills up!

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Bubble Arcade

Bubble Shooter meets Pachinko in this thrilling arcade game

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Bubble Dragons

Help hatch the dragon eggs in this bubble shooter game.

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Jewel Shuffle

This classic match-3 game is a gem in our collection.

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Mahjongg Dimensions

Our beloved Mahjong Dimensions game with a new & improved look.

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Mahjongg Dimensions

Our beloved Mahjong Dimensions game with a new & improved look.

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Mahjongg Solitaire

Love mahjong? Love solitaire? This popular game combines both!

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Sweet Shuffle

This candy themed match-3 game is as sweet as can be.

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The Price Is Right Plinko Pegs

Play the official The Price Is Right Plinko Pegs game today.

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Trizzle

Slide rows and columns of matryoshka dolls in this match-3 game!

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Arkadium Word Wipe Game

Form as many words as you can to clear the rows and advance.

Learn more about web games and flash games

Flash games were loved for their interactive features, animations, and unique mechanics. People of all ages from all over the world enjoyed playing them. These web-based games covered various genres, from adventure and arcade games to farming and other simulation-style games. Flash games reached peak popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s before smartphones and mobile gaming emerged.

Why were these games so popular?

  • They were accessible: There was a low barrier to entry to play; all that was needed was a computer and access to the Internet. For creators, any gaming enthusiast with an idea and some coding knowledge could create and share their game, creating many creative and experimental titles.
  • They created a community: Many popular games like Angry Birds, Plants vs Zombies, and Cut The Rope started as Flash games. In turn, the fans of these games flocked to online communities to connect with each other and discover new games.
  • They were creative: This game genre used innovative storytelling methods through gameplay, visuals, and atmospheric soundtracks. The mid-2000s saw a surge in the genre that pushed the boundaries and transcended language barriers, with many becoming beloved classics with fans worldwide.
  • Where can I play the old Flash games now?

    By the end of 2020, web browsers and operating systems no longer supported the technology. This caused difficulties for many people who still wanted to play their favorite games but found that they could no longer do so.

    As a result, websites dedicated to preserving the games started to appear online, like a Flash games archive, where all of the popular games could be accessed. Resourceful fans of the genre even created a Flash game emulator to keep the gameplay going.

    Today, playing updated versions of many fan-favorite Flash games is possible. As a web game, the only thing needed is access to an Internet-enabled smartphone, tablet, or computer and a desire to have fun. There's no need to download software updates or an app to start playing.

    Arkadium is the source for browser gaming

    Arkadium's selection of free online games has something for everyone to enjoy, including a category curated just for fans of Flash games. From retro games to classics like solitaire and mahjong – all can be played instantly and for free.