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Any interesting new (2024+ launch) browser games / web-based games?

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    Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

    Here are some of my preferences:

    • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
    • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
    • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
    • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
    • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

    Games I somewhat actively play:
    Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

    Games I used to play a lot:
    Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

    I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

    Any help is hugely appreciated!

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      Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

      Here are some of my preferences:

      • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
      • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
      • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
      • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
      • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

      Games I somewhat actively play:
      Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

      Games I used to play a lot:
      Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

      I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

      Any help is hugely appreciated!

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      Have you looked at itch.io's list of games in the genres you like playable in web browsers? Found a few hidden gems in other genres (e.g. idlers) there.

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        Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

        Here are some of my preferences:

        • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
        • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
        • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
        • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
        • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

        Games I somewhat actively play:
        Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

        Games I used to play a lot:
        Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

        I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

        Any help is hugely appreciated!

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        check out the games released for the Trijam

        https://itch.io/jam/trijam-256

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          Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

          Here are some of my preferences:

          • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
          • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
          • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
          • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
          • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

          Games I somewhat actively play:
          Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

          Games I used to play a lot:
          Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

          I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

          Any help is hugely appreciated!

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          I haven't played in years and it's sci-fi themed but astro empires checks some of those boxes:

          https://www.astroempires.com/

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            Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

            Here are some of my preferences:

            • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
            • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
            • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
            • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
            • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

            Games I somewhat actively play:
            Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

            Games I used to play a lot:
            Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

            I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

            Any help is hugely appreciated!

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            Not exactly games I guess, but https://neal.fun/ always has neat stuff. I think some of them are relatively recent.

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              Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

              Here are some of my preferences:

              • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
              • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
              • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
              • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
              • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

              Games I somewhat actively play:
              Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

              Games I used to play a lot:
              Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

              I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

              Any help is hugely appreciated!

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              Prosperous universe might fit the bill depending on how deep into economy sim you want to go. Beware that you have some limitations as a completely free player, that are removed (last I checked) after you've made at least one purchase. So think of playing "free" as an infinite demo.

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                Prosperous universe might fit the bill depending on how deep into economy sim you want to go. Beware that you have some limitations as a completely free player, that are removed (last I checked) after you've made at least one purchase. So think of playing "free" as an infinite demo.

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                this game seems very promising, I'll check it out later today. And I don't mind spending a coin or two to help the developers. Thanks for the recommendation!

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                  Have you looked at itch.io's list of games in the genres you like playable in web browsers? Found a few hidden gems in other genres (e.g. idlers) there.

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                  I check itchio from time to time but haven't been too satisfied, but I'll give them another browse now 🙂

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                    Hi! As a sucker for web-based games (don't mind text-only games), I am always looking for new games which can be played in browser, but recently I found it hard to keep up-to-date with decent games, most lists in the internet compile the same 20 browser games with launch dates from 2009, where the playerbase is mostly dead. And yes, I am aware that browsergames are just dying out and this is one of the reasons for the dying playerbases. But, if you found any quirky (not the standard 4x-strategy games) web games, that deserve more love, I would love to try them out!

                    Here are some of my preferences:

                    • medieval / fantasy genre (optional)
                    • economic simulation (optional), but a simulation to some degree needed
                    • micro management (1 person rather than a village; optional)
                    • preferably long-term gameplay (see: Torn e.g.)
                    • preferably released (new worlds/servers work too as "new release") within the last year

                    Games I somewhat actively play:
                    Torn, ZedCity, MMArmy, GeoGuessr

                    Games I used to play a lot:
                    Tribal Wars, The West, MMATycoon, SimCompanies

                    I know browsergamers are similarily smiled upon like mobile gamers, but I do hope you answer my call for help regardless! 😉

                    Any help is hugely appreciated!

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                    If you’re into web-based games and enjoy exploring lesser-known titles, feel free to take a look at https://gaming.inlinestyle.it/
                    It’s part of a broader project called InlineStyle, a small EU-based open cloud platform.

                    We’re slowly expanding the catalog with browser-friendly, open-source games (no ads, no telemetry), including some hidden gems like:

                    • Celeste Classic
                    • LBreakoutHD
                    • SD Snatcher (fan-translated MSX game)
                    • Daggerfall (classic Elder Scrolls II in-browser)
                    • and a few narrative/weird picks like DreamWeb and Flight of the Amazon Queen

                    We are currently also working on adding support for touchscreens so that the games can be played from phones/tablets (point&click adventures are amazing on tablets)

                    ⚠️ Guests can already play a few games, but registered users get full access plus cloud saves, so you can pause and resume from anywhere.
                    No cost unless you want to support the project (€1.90/mo, no lock-in).


                    While you're there, you might be interested in the other services too. It's kind of a digital home for FOSS-minded users:

                    • Video sharing (via PeerTube)
                    • Music streaming (via Funkwhale)
                    • Collaborative Docs & Notes (Nextcloud + Collabora)
                    • Personal photo albums (Immich)
                    • Email @inlinestyle.it
                    • Static website hosting

                    Still in early stages, but evolving every week.
                    Feedback very welcome → https://www.inlinestyle.it/

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