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Notes from the Curators

Honest writing on browser games, what makes them good, and how to play them better. No hype.

Industry May 06, 2026 · 6 min read

Why HTML5 Browser Games Beat App Downloads in 2026

Native apps had their moment. For casual players in 2026, browser games are usually the better choice — but only for the right reasons.

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Genre Guide April 28, 2026 · 5 min read

What Makes a Free Puzzle Game Worth Coming Back To

Most free puzzle games are forgettable. The ones that stick share a few specific traits — and a few that don't matter as much as you'd think.

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Troubleshooting April 14, 2026 · 4 min read

Browser Game Not Loading? 7 Fixes That Actually Work

If a browser game shows a black screen, hangs on the loading bar, or never finishes loading, here's the order to try things in.

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Behind the Scenes April 02, 2026 · 4 min read

How We Pick Games for Gerk Games

We get asked a lot how we choose what to feature. The honest answer is we play everything, throw out 70 percent, and explain what's left.

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Player Experience March 19, 2026 · 5 min read

Casual Games and Real Time Management: A Practical Guide

Five-minute breaks are productive. Forty-minute scroll holes are not. Here's the practical difference and how to keep games on the helpful side.

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