Games to play when you're bored
No download, no account, and no wait: pick one and you're playing in a few seconds, on your phone or laptop. These are the ones that are hard to stop at one go.
Quick arcade games
Short runs, high scores, one more try.
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SnakeThe classic, with walls or without, and three speeds.~2 min · 1–6 players
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Spike RunOne button, lots of spikes. Can you reach 100%?~1 min a run · 1–6 players
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Late for ClassA 3D endless runner across campus. How far can you get?~2 min a run · 3D
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Canteen RushRace three bots to the canteen across three maps.~1 min · 1–4 players
Something for your brain
Slower, still fun.
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Word RainType the falling words before they land. There's a theme of very weird words.2 min · typing race
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SudokuFive levels and a new daily puzzle.~5–30 min
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Crazy EightsA quick hand of cards against the computer.~3 min · 2–6 players
Make it a challenge
- Every game keeps your best score and your record in your browser. Try to beat it.
- Turn the difficulty up: the Hard bots are properly good.
- Send a friend the link and play together instead.
Questions
What's a good quick game to play when bored?
Snake or Spike Run for a minute or two, Canteen Rush for a quick race, or the daily Sudoku if you've got longer.
Are these games free?
Yes, all of them, with no sign-up and nothing to download.
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