subject: Why Flash Games Are So Popular [print this page] Free online flash games have become one of the biggest markets within the online gaming industry due to the high variety of themes and adventures that can be had by the gamer, completely free of charge.
Although free flash games aren't going to be able to rival the likes of computer games from such Playstation or Xbox but they do offer something that those platforms can't, thousands of games to play completely free.
Flash games are very popular with the younger market with many looking to access games during their school hours, giving them a welcome break from the usual class timetable.
So why are there so many free online flash games?
Online flash games have been in circulation for a long time, ever since developers were able to learn the necessary skills to create a simple game, just take a look at PacMan.
With so much interest in free online gaming, more and more companies are looking to target those who play the games as potential customers for their product or services, bringing in-game advertising into the picture.
Although these adverts don't interfere with the game in any shape or form, they are there and most of the time you will fail to be able to spot them unless you are really concentrating.
It just goes to show that the power of computer gaming doesn't simple stop with the machines that can handle the likes of Blu-Ray and high definition, you can get a great gaming experience right here on the internet.
