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About FreeGames.org
Hi, my name is Gaz, welcome to my website. I've been developing free games and websites since 2006. My previous site, TheGameHomepage.com, was visited by 65 million people. I've also developed over a hundred web games and they've been played somewhere around a billion times! I picked up some cool awards along the way including a Guinness World Record and a BAFTA Special Commendation. What started as a hobby has turned in to my passion and over the past fourteen years I've learned a lot about web games. I've used this experience along with some new ideas to make this website, FreeGames.org, my fresh take on a free game website. With this project there are a number of things that I set out to achieve:
1. Genuinely Free 😄
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In-app purchases and micro-transactions have become the norm in free games these days, withholding content or frustrating you to try and make you buy power-ups. It seems the catch for playing free games is that they will use every trick in the book to make you pay - often many times more than you would pay for a game outright. This strategy works and some people are spending huge amounts of money on their favorite games over time without realizing how much it has added up. All of the games on this website are complete full games with no in-game purchases whatsoever. All of our games and all of their content is 100% free - no exceptions!
2. Online 🌐
Apps have been the most popular way to play casual games for a while now. I think there are some compelling reasons to give online games another shot though. For instance it can be tiresome installing and deleting many apps to find the game you want. It can be a drag waiting for them to install when you just want to quickly play something new. They can fill up your device. They can only be played on one type of device (iPhone, Android etc.). Online Games solve all of these problems. I'm not saying that online games should replace apps - I think there are great reasons for both and they can happily exist alongside each other 🧡
3. On any Device 📱
I wanted to create a consistent experience across all devices. Often web games will only work on computers and if you visit on a mobile device they don't play. Other times if you visit the website on desktop then mobile you are presented with completely different games. I wanted to make a consistent experience on any device so if you play a fun game on your computer in the afternoon you can come back later on your phone to play it in bed. Or you want to show a friend you can pull it up on their tablet. All of the games on the homepage of this site are compatible on any device.
4. Scale to your Screen Size 👀
It is frustrating when you are trying to play a game but its size is completely different to your screen. All the games on FreeGames.org scale to fit any size screen so you can enjoy them on any device.
5. Fast Loading ⚡
I want players to be able to click (or tap) and play instantly. That's why I've used the latest cloud hosting technology to serve it all over the world from a location near you. I've also worked hard with site optimizations to make everything work as fast as possible. This is another advantage of removing video adverts as it means you can start playing your chosen game much faster or try out many different games to find a good one without watching an advert each time.
6. User Feedback 💭
I continuously update this website with new games and improvements. Rather than guess or assume what you want I have a secret weapon - I ask! You will notice feedback buttons and often short surveys popping up around the site. If you have any thoughts, issues or ideas don't keep them to yourself - let me know. I read every piece of feedback submitted and use it all to help decide what changes and features to implement to both the website and games. Minecraft workers mod.
7. No Downloads 👍
All of our titles can be played instantly with no need to download. Why fill up your phone or laptop with downloaded games you aren't even sure you will like yet when you can play them like this?
Games Where You Can Make A Family Online For Free To Play
8. Wholesome / Family Friendly 👪
This website is family friendly. The games here have been selected/developed with the aim to create a positive experience that is appropriate for all ages.
9. The Best Games 🏆
Last on my list and most important of all is great games. I develop and hunt down the most fun games for you to play.
Hopefully these features will mean that you have a good experience on FreeGames.org. If you have any comments please do feel free to get in contact with me. You can do so via my contact form or facebook page. Last of all I'll leave you with my project motto which I have stuck on the wall next to my computer:
'Create the best free games website for the players'
Thank you for reading my manifesto and for using FreeGames.org. Have fun!
❤️ Gaz Thomas (website creator)
You've done the impossible and scheduled a time when the whole family can get together.
Make this gathering one to remember with a few family reunion games. Not only are they fun for all ages, but they're a great way to elicit lots of laughter and create lasting memories.
Make a Family Album
Set up an area where people can gather between activities and meals to do crafts. An extra screened-in, family-size tent, or pop-up shelter would be an ideal place to set up. Ask everyone to bring copies of family photos that can be compiled into a family photo album and encourage everyone to decorate their own pages over the course of the weekend.
Here is a list of basic supplies to get you started:
- Construction paper
- Stickers
- Stamps
- Glue
- Scissors (consider using child-safe scissors)
- Crayons, markers, colored pencils or colorful pens
- Glitter (although it can get messy)
- A blank scrapbook
The Banana game
Ask all willing family members to line up. Tie a string around a banana and hang the banana from each player's waist so that it hovers just above the ground; then put a whiffle ball in front of each player. Participants must use their hips to swing the banana so that it hits the ball. The first player whose ball crosses the finish line—about 30 feet away—wins. It sounds awkward, but it's a riot.
Play Ball
Group ball games are some of the best family reunion activities because they allow everyone to play together. Some games you can easily plan for include:
Water Balloon Toss
On hot days, this family reunion game is a must. Have everyone pick a partner and stand facing each other. Start standing two-feet apart, and after each toss, take one step backwards. The team who tosses the balloon the farthest without letting it pop wins.
Quick tip: It's always fun to have prizes on hand for the winners—even something small and goofy would suffice.
Egg Race
Another family reunion favorite, the egg race is great for a big group. Have everyone choose a partner, face each other, and then stand about 30 feet apart. All players have to put spoons in their mouths. The first player places an egg on their spoon and runs it to their teammate across the way. They must transfer the egg from their spoon to their teammate's spoon, without letting it fall. The teammate then has to run the egg back to the other side to win.
Everyone is racing against each other, and if you drop the egg, your team is out.
Family Talent Show
Have each family member perform a talent in front of the whole group. Even people who think they don't have talents should be able to come up with something.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Sing a song
- Do a theatrical reading
- Recite a poem from memory
- Perform a skit with one or more family members (i.e. Who's on First by Abbott and Costello)
- Juggle
- Play an instrument
- Do a dance (individual or with a partner)
Quick tip: This is one of the best family reunion activities to record with a video camera and watch at future reunions.
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Story Time
This is a great activity for the campfire. Ask everyone prepare a story about someone else in advance—remember, embarrassing is good, but maybe not too embarrassing—and plan to share it with everyone one night.
If you have a large group, choose one person from each of the nuclear families to tell a story about someone else.
Quick tip: Try to think of something that most of your extended family doesn't already know. The best stories are those that reveal something unusual, sweet or funny about that family member's personality.
Scavenger Hunt
A scavenger hunt can be about searching and collecting specific items or solving clues that lead to treasure. This can be as basic or intricate as you want to make it. Kids can play individually, or if you want siblings and cousins to build camaraderie have them play in teams of two or more.
Some of the items on their list can include:
- A particular type of leaf or flower that's native to the area
- Kindling for the fire
- Litter that can be recycled
- A piece of pine bark
- Wild mushroom
- A signature from the oldest person at the reunion (let the kids figure out who it is)
If you want to get fancy, you can create clues that they have to solve along the way.
Quick tip: Set parameters by telling the kids that they have to stay within 50 or 100 feet of the campsite, or that they have to stay within eyesight of the camping area.
Family Trivia
Send a questionnaire to all family members before the reunion so you can collect information. This will help you compile the list of trivia questions to ask during the reunion.
During the gathering, split the group into several teams—the size and amount of teams will depend on how large your family is. You can do this Jeopardy-style or take turns asking each team questions like in traditional trivial pursuit.
You can create categories such as:
- Love and Marriage
- Work Life
- Sports
- Art and History
- Middle Names
- Detention (what different people have gotten in trouble for over the years—stick to minor, funny offenses)
And here are some sample trivia questions:
- Grandma came to the U.S. in what year?
- Uncle Jack played soccer for which Division I college team?
- Someone in this group has always wanted to be an astronaut. Who is it?
Charades
You can play with a traditional game set or come up with your own list of things to act out. If you want to create the cards yourself, have everyone in the group write the following little pieces of paper:
- One movie
- One famous person
- One phrase
- One book
- One Activity
You've done the impossible and scheduled a time when the whole family can get together.
Make this gathering one to remember with a few family reunion games. Not only are they fun for all ages, but they're a great way to elicit lots of laughter and create lasting memories.
Make a Family Album
Set up an area where people can gather between activities and meals to do crafts. An extra screened-in, family-size tent, or pop-up shelter would be an ideal place to set up. Ask everyone to bring copies of family photos that can be compiled into a family photo album and encourage everyone to decorate their own pages over the course of the weekend.
Here is a list of basic supplies to get you started:
- Construction paper
- Stickers
- Stamps
- Glue
- Scissors (consider using child-safe scissors)
- Crayons, markers, colored pencils or colorful pens
- Glitter (although it can get messy)
- A blank scrapbook
The Banana game
Ask all willing family members to line up. Tie a string around a banana and hang the banana from each player's waist so that it hovers just above the ground; then put a whiffle ball in front of each player. Participants must use their hips to swing the banana so that it hits the ball. The first player whose ball crosses the finish line—about 30 feet away—wins. It sounds awkward, but it's a riot.
Play Ball
Group ball games are some of the best family reunion activities because they allow everyone to play together. Some games you can easily plan for include:
Water Balloon Toss
On hot days, this family reunion game is a must. Have everyone pick a partner and stand facing each other. Start standing two-feet apart, and after each toss, take one step backwards. The team who tosses the balloon the farthest without letting it pop wins.
Quick tip: It's always fun to have prizes on hand for the winners—even something small and goofy would suffice.
Egg Race
Another family reunion favorite, the egg race is great for a big group. Have everyone choose a partner, face each other, and then stand about 30 feet apart. All players have to put spoons in their mouths. The first player places an egg on their spoon and runs it to their teammate across the way. They must transfer the egg from their spoon to their teammate's spoon, without letting it fall. The teammate then has to run the egg back to the other side to win.
Everyone is racing against each other, and if you drop the egg, your team is out.
Family Talent Show
Have each family member perform a talent in front of the whole group. Even people who think they don't have talents should be able to come up with something.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Sing a song
- Do a theatrical reading
- Recite a poem from memory
- Perform a skit with one or more family members (i.e. Who's on First by Abbott and Costello)
- Juggle
- Play an instrument
- Do a dance (individual or with a partner)
Quick tip: This is one of the best family reunion activities to record with a video camera and watch at future reunions.
Games Where You Can Make A Family Online For Free Online
Story Time
This is a great activity for the campfire. Ask everyone prepare a story about someone else in advance—remember, embarrassing is good, but maybe not too embarrassing—and plan to share it with everyone one night.
If you have a large group, choose one person from each of the nuclear families to tell a story about someone else.
Quick tip: Try to think of something that most of your extended family doesn't already know. The best stories are those that reveal something unusual, sweet or funny about that family member's personality.
Scavenger Hunt
A scavenger hunt can be about searching and collecting specific items or solving clues that lead to treasure. This can be as basic or intricate as you want to make it. Kids can play individually, or if you want siblings and cousins to build camaraderie have them play in teams of two or more.
Some of the items on their list can include:
- A particular type of leaf or flower that's native to the area
- Kindling for the fire
- Litter that can be recycled
- A piece of pine bark
- Wild mushroom
- A signature from the oldest person at the reunion (let the kids figure out who it is)
If you want to get fancy, you can create clues that they have to solve along the way.
Quick tip: Set parameters by telling the kids that they have to stay within 50 or 100 feet of the campsite, or that they have to stay within eyesight of the camping area.
Family Trivia
Send a questionnaire to all family members before the reunion so you can collect information. This will help you compile the list of trivia questions to ask during the reunion.
During the gathering, split the group into several teams—the size and amount of teams will depend on how large your family is. You can do this Jeopardy-style or take turns asking each team questions like in traditional trivial pursuit.
You can create categories such as:
- Love and Marriage
- Work Life
- Sports
- Art and History
- Middle Names
- Detention (what different people have gotten in trouble for over the years—stick to minor, funny offenses)
And here are some sample trivia questions:
- Grandma came to the U.S. in what year?
- Uncle Jack played soccer for which Division I college team?
- Someone in this group has always wanted to be an astronaut. Who is it?
Charades
You can play with a traditional game set or come up with your own list of things to act out. If you want to create the cards yourself, have everyone in the group write the following little pieces of paper:
- One movie
- One famous person
- One phrase
- One book
- One Activity
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Michelle Valenti is the senior editor at ReserveAmerica.com. When she's not at work, you can find her climbing rocks, riding trails, and setting up camp in fun outdoor locations around the U.S. Follow her on Google+.
