Why releasing games on the web could be right for your studio in 2026

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GamesIndustry.biz · 7 min read · tech

Browser-based games reach hundreds of millions of players with the web gaming market expected to grow to $2.69 billion by 2027. Titles like RuneScape, Henry Stickmin, and Level Devil demonstrate successful web gaming IPs, though the platform suits short-form, instant-access games better than large-scale narrative titles.

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Adobe Bloons Tower Defense Construct Defold FarmVille Flash Google HTML5 Henry Stickmin Level Devil Mind Candy Moshi Monsters PlayCanvas Poki Romy Halfweeg RuneScape Scirra Steam Super Meat Boy Unept Unity

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