Arcade games

About these arcade games

Arcade games are built to be understood in seconds: one or two controls, a simple goal and a score to beat. This category mixes platform jumpers, endless runners, space shooters and brick breakers with small skill games where timing is all that matters. Many rounds last only a minute or two, which makes them a good fit for a short break.

Most of these games can be played on a phone as well as a computer, with taps or the arrow keys. Each game page shows whether it suits a wide or an upright screen, so check that before you start on a phone. If a game turns out too easy or too hard, try another one, since there is nothing to install and no account to create.