Getting the Most Out of Browser Games on Your Phone

Your phone might be the best games console you own, and you do not need to install a single app to enjoy it. Browser games run beautifully on modern phones, and with a few small tweaks you can make the experience even smoother. Here is how to get the most out of instant-play gaming on mobile.

Use full-screen mode

Most games play better with the address bar and tabs out of the way. On Game Rig, the player has a full-screen button that hands the whole display over to the game. More screen means bigger controls, clearer visuals and fewer accidental taps.

Pick games designed for touch

Some games shine with a tap or a swipe, while others were really built for a keyboard. Hypercasual, puzzle, .io and most arcade titles feel completely natural on a touchscreen. If a game mentions WASD or arrow keys in its controls, it may be more comfortable on a laptop — though many still offer on-screen buttons.

Mind your battery and data

Games use more power than reading a web page, so if you are gaming for a while, a charger nearby helps. Browser games are generally light on data because the game loads once and then runs locally, but playing on Wi-Fi is always the safe choice if you are watching your allowance.

Turn your phone sideways

Many action, racing and sports games are designed for a landscape view. Rotating your phone gives you a wider field of play and puts on-screen controls where your thumbs naturally rest.

Keep your browser updated

Browser games rely on the latest web technology, so an up-to-date browser means better performance and fewer glitches. It is the single easiest thing you can do to keep everything running smoothly.

That is really all there is to it. Grab your phone, open our Hypercasual or Puzzle collection, and enjoy console-style fun with none of the downloads.