Free Online Arcade Games for Kids

Pick a game and play right in your browser. No downloads, no installs. These 88 arcade games range from racing and shooters to puzzles, sports and quick skill challenges, with new games added regularly.

About Our Free Arcade Games

The 8-Bit Academy arcade is a collection of kid-friendly browser games built with a retro, pixel-art spirit. You will find racing and driving games, space and action shooters, mazes and logic puzzles, sports challenges, and job-and-adventure simulations where you run a forge, a firetruck, a checkout lane or a petting zoo.

Every game is free to play and plays in your web browser, so there is nothing to download. Controls differ from game to game, so open a game to see how it is played. Looking for something tied to a school subject? Browse Games by Skill below for math, language arts, science, social studies and computer skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these arcade games really free?

Yes. Every game in the arcade is free to play.

Do I need to download anything?

No. The games run in your web browser, so you can click a game and start playing right away.

Can teachers use these games in the classroom?

Yes. They are free to use with students. For games that line up with grade-level skills, use the Grades menu at the top of the page or the Games by Skill lists below.

How often are new games added?

We add new games regularly, so check back often. The newest games appear in this collection as they are released.