With the amount of choices available, gamers are fairly spoilt. Whether it’s from your Playstation, PC or phone, the platforms available for gaming and the games on offer are ludicrously vast when you consider where we were just ten or so years ago.
Selecting a game to tryout is almost as difficult as choosing your 6 digit Lotto ticket, but we can’t complain really as the creations on offer pretty much cater for every kind of audience. Whether you’re into an all-action shooter game or a strategy type offering there’s a game for you, with more and more games offering an online option too.
Below is a list of the different types of online games available which are not only a great source of fun, but highlight just how far technological advancements have come, with online gaming proving to be especially popular in today’s world.
Board games
Many of the board games we all know and love are now available to play online. They’re basically animated versions of the traditional offerings we’re all aware of, such as Monopoly, Cluedo and the like.
Massively multiplayer online games
At this moment in time, Massively Multiplayer Online Games are certainly one the most popular types of online games out there. Titles such as Matrix Online, World of Warcraft, Star Wars Galaxies Everquest and Guild Wars are hugely popular and boast unparalleled fun, adventure and hours of entertainment to the vast gaming community that embraces them.
Arcade Games
Pac Man and Q-Bert are just some of the popular arcade games you might have heard of. Not only are these type of games generally free, but they’re available online and remain popular among all age groups.
Casino games
Casino games have grown hugely in popularity since their inception. Plenty of fun and enticing games are available with hidden extras. For example, while you Play The Bomb Slots, definitely check the bonus bomb feature! These type online creations replicate the games available in real life casinos, involving real money transactions, with real bonuses and prizes.
Action and adventure games
Fighting games, space adventure games and situational games usually fit into the action and adventure category, with many creations offering players the challenge of achieving various objectives or completing some sort of challenging action. Most of these kinds of online games are rich in animation with a strong storyline, and have a humongous and loyal fanbase.
The likes of poker, spades and many more are now available online to play for free. Everyone knows at least one card game, right?
Strategy Games
Often having to develop a strategy to win, these types of games are still very popular, with many online offerings now available for the more tactical gamers out there.
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