Kinds of no-download game
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Daily puzzles
One short puzzle a day, the same for everyone, so you can compare results with friends.
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Classic games
Chess, solitaire, mahjong, crosswords and other classics with nothing to learn but the rules.
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Game portals
Sites that host hundreds or thousands of casual games, from puzzles to racing, in one place.
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Party games
Drawing and word games for groups. See our free multiplayer browser games guide for those.
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Geography games
Map quizzes and location guessing. Our free geography games guide covers them in detail.
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Exploration
Games set in real places, where the fun is looking around and finding things.
No-download games compared
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Huntaz
- Type
- Treasure hunting in real streets
- What is free
- Free to play
- Account
- Free account
- Devices
- Desktop and mobile browsers
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Wordle
- Type
- Daily word puzzle
- What is free
- The daily puzzle, according to Wikipedia
- Account
- Not needed for the daily puzzle
- Devices
- Browser, plus an app
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Lichess
- Type
- Chess and chess puzzles
- What is free
- Everything, with no ads
- Account
- Not needed to play
- Devices
- Browser, plus an app
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Poki
- Type
- Game portal
- What is free
- All games, supported by ads
- Account
- Not needed
- Devices
- Computer, phone and tablet
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CrazyGames
- Type
- Game portal
- What is free
- Games are free; some sell optional extras
- Account
- Varies by game
- Devices
- Computer and many on phones
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Arkadium
- Type
- Classic and puzzle games
- What is free
- Free games; a paid membership adds subscriber-only games
- Account
- Optional sign-in
- Devices
- Browser
Checked on 27 October 2026. Wordle’s details come from Wikipedia because the New York Times site blocks automated checks.
The best free games with no download
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1. Huntaz
Our game: exploration and treasure
Huntaz is a world-exploration game that runs in your browser. Each hunt takes you to real places in Google Street View, with treasure chests hidden around every location. Walk the streets, look closely and open every chest you can find before time runs out; each one adds Huntaz Points.
You can play a Quick Hunt whenever you like, take on the Daily Hunt that everyone gets the same day, or join Scheduled Multiplayer and Sponsored Multiplayer hunts with a team. There is nothing to install, and you can add Huntaz to your phone’s home screen if you want it one tap away.
- Type
- Real-world exploration and treasure hunting
- Free access
- Free to play with a free account
- Account
- Free account
- Devices
- Desktop and mobile browsers
Good for: a short adventure in a real city, solo or with friends.
Worth knowing: it needs a steady connection, because the streets load as you explore. New to it? Read How to Play first.
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2. Wordle
Daily puzzle
Wordle gives everyone the same five-letter word each day and six attempts to find it. Coloured tiles show which letters are right, misplaced or absent. It is published by The New York Times Games. When The New York Times bought it in 2022, the company said it would initially remain free, and Wikipedia describes the daily puzzle as still free to play.
- Type
- Daily word puzzle
- Free access
- The daily puzzle is free, according to Wikipedia
- Account
- Not needed for the daily puzzle
- Devices
- Browser, plus an app
Good for: a two-minute daily habit to share with friends.
Worth knowing: one puzzle a day, and the New York Times decides what stays free, so check its site for current terms.
Official site: nytimes.com/games/wordle/index.html
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3. Lichess
Chess
Lichess is a free and open-source chess site run with volunteers and donations. It promises no registration, no ads and no plugin. Play against the computer or other players, or work through chess puzzles on your own.
- Type
- Chess games and puzzles
- Free access
- Free, with no ads
- Account
- Not needed to play
- Devices
- Browser, plus a mobile app
Good for: chess at any level, with nothing to pay.
Worth knowing: it is only chess, but it does chess thoroughly.
Official site: lichess.org
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4. Poki
Game portal
Poki hosts more than 1,500 free games and promises instant play with no download and no login. It runs on computers, phones and tablets, and stays free by showing ads during your visit.
- Type
- Casual games of every kind
- Free access
- Free, supported by ads
- Account
- Not needed
- Devices
- Computer, phone and tablet
Good for: finding something new to play in seconds.
Worth knowing: expect ads between games.
Official site: poki.com
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5. CrazyGames
Game portal
CrazyGames is a large browser games site covering puzzles, action, racing, card games and many multiplayer titles. Its pages say the games are free to play in your browser with no download, and some free-to-play games offer optional cosmetic purchases.
- Type
- Casual and multiplayer games
- Free access
- Free; some games sell optional extras
- Account
- Varies by game
- Devices
- Computer, with many games on phones
Good for: variety, including games to play with friends.
Worth knowing: quality varies from game to game.
Official site: crazygames.com
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6. Arkadium
Classic games
Arkadium focuses on classic and puzzle games: mahjong, solitaire, crosswords, word games, sudoku, card and board games and more. Its free games page says they are free of charge with no downloads. A paid membership, Arkadium Plus, adds subscriber-only games.
- Type
- Classic and puzzle games
- Free access
- Free games; paid membership adds extras
- Account
- Optional sign-in
- Devices
- Browser
Good for: relaxing classics such as solitaire and crosswords.
Worth knowing: some games are for subscribers only.
Official site: arkadium.com/free-online-games
Nothing to install
Explore real places in your browser
Most browser games are set in made-up worlds. Huntaz uses real ones: every location is a real place in Google Street View, from city squares to quiet side streets.
Open it in a browser on your computer or phone, create a free account and start a hunt. Each one is a few minutes of exploring, with treasure chests to find and Huntaz Points to collect.
Playing browser games safely
- Play on the official site. Copies of popular games on unknown sites may carry intrusive ads or worse.
- You do not need to install an extension or "player" to play a browser game. Be wary of any site that asks.
- Use a strong, unique password if a game asks you to create an account.
- On shared devices, sign out when you finish.
- Ad-supported portals are free, but their ads can lead elsewhere. Take a moment before clicking.
Frequently asked questions
Are browser games really free?
Many are. Lichess is free with no ads, Poki is free and supported by ads, and Wikipedia describes the daily Wordle as free. Some sites sell optional extras or memberships, so check each game.
Do browser games work on phones?
Most of the games here work on phones and tablets as well as computers. Some portal games are designed for desktop first.
Do I need an account?
Not for Wordle, Lichess or Poki. Huntaz needs a free account so it can save your progress and team.
Is Huntaz free to play?
Yes. Huntaz is a free-to-play browser game. Create a free account, explore real-world locations and start searching for hidden treasure.
What kind of game is Huntaz?
Huntaz is a real-world exploration game: you explore real streets in Street View and find hidden treasure chests, alone or with a team. It is not a quiz or an arcade game.
Sources and how we checked
We checked each game's own website on 27 October 2026 for how it plays, what is free and what needs an account or payment. Games change their features and plans often, so check the official site before you rely on any detail here.
The New York Times blocks automated access to its websites, so we could not confirm Wordle’s terms on an official New York Times page. Its free status is taken from Wikipedia, which cites the company’s 2022 statement that Wordle would initially remain free. Check the New York Times site for current terms.
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