Free HTML5 Games WordPress Plugin

Add 1,000+ Quality Indie Games to Your WordPress Site - 100% Free

1,419 Free HTML5 Games

100% Free Forever

Zero Hosting Burden - Games Hosted on iDev.Games

Unlike other plugins that require you to host massive game files on your server, our plugin only imports embed codes and game metadata. All games are hosted and served by iDev.Games, meaning zero storage used, zero bandwidth consumed, and zero server load. Your WordPress site stays lightning-fast while you get access to 1,000+ games!

Why Choose Indie Game Arcade?

The only WordPress game plugin with truly free, high-quality indie game embed codes built-in

Completely Free

Unlike other plugins that charge per game or require external subscriptions, our plugin is 100% free with all games included from day one.

Auto-Updates Daily

New game embed codes are automatically imported to your site every day. Set it and forget it - your arcade stays fresh without any work.

Mobile Optimized

All games are HTML5 with fully responsive embed codes. Allowing for games that work on tablet and mobile devices without any plugins.

Easy Setup

Install like any WordPress plugin, configure your preferences, and you're done. Games embed codes should automatically work on any conventional theme.

Zero Hosting Burden

All games are hosted on iDev.Games. Your plugin only stores embed codes, keeping your site lightning-fast and your server costs low.

Smart Filtering

Import by developer, keywords, categories, or get everything. You control exactly what game embed codes appear on your site.

Monetize Your Traffic

Add your own ads around game pages to monetize your visitors. Keep them engaged longer, increase page views, and grow your revenue.

Support Indie Devs

Game embeds come directly from iDev.Games - a platform built for indie developers. Feature quality games from real creators while they earn iDev tokens.

Super Lightweight

Plugin only stores embed codes and metadata - not game files. No impact on your server storage or bandwidth. Games are hosted and served by iDev.Games.

How We Compare

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Feature	Indie Game Arcade	MyArcadePlugin	CTL Arcade
Games Included	1,000+ Embed Codes	External Feeds Only	Purchased Separately
Hosting Required	No - iDev Hosted	Depends on Feed	You Host Files
Server Impact	Minimal (Embed Codes Only)	Depends on Feed	High (All Game Files)
Auto-Updates	Daily	Yes	Manual
Mobile Friendly	Yes	Depends on Feed	Yes
Custom Filtering	Yes	Yes	Limited
Works with Any Theme	Yes	Yes	Yes
Monetize with Your Ads	Yes - Full Control	Yes	Yes

Perfect For

Content Sites

Add a game section to keep visitors engaged longer and reduce bounce rates.

Gaming Blogs

Showcase indie games alongside your gaming content and reviews.

Community Sites

Give your members something fun to do between discussions.

Full Arcade Sites

Build a complete game arcade with 1,000+ games right out of the box.

How to Install

1 Download the Plugin

Click the download button above to get the indie-game-arcade.zip file. Save it to your computer - don't unzip it!

2 Upload to WordPress

In your WordPress admin panel, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin. Click "Choose File" and select the indie-game-arcade.zip file you just downloaded.

3 Activate the Plugin

After uploading, click the "Activate Plugin" button. You'll see a new menu item called "Indie Game Arcade" in your WordPress admin.

4 Configure Your Settings

Click on Indie Game Arcade → Settings to configure your preferences:

Enable auto-import to get new games daily
Set how many games to import at once (1-20)
Choose import order (newest, oldest, random)
Filter by developer username (optional)
Filter by keywords/categories (optional)
Enable fullscreen buttons for games

5 Import Your First Games

Click the "Import more games" button to manually pull in your first batch of game embeds. The plugin downloads game metadata and embed codes from iDev.Games - not the actual game files. Or just wait for the daily auto-import to run!

6 View Your Games

Game embeds appear as custom posts in WordPress. View them at yoursite.com/games/ or wherever your theme displays custom post types. Each post contains the responsive embed code that loads the game from iDev.Games' servers.

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Key Features Explained

Everything you need to run a successful game arcade

Auto Import Settings

WordPress's built-in scheduler automatically imports new game embed codes daily. The scheduler runs when someone visits your site after the scheduled time, so your arcade stays fresh without any manual work.

Import Amount Control

Choose to import 1-20 game embeds per run. Start slow with 1-2 games daily, or go big with 20 games to build your arcade quickly. You control the pace.

Import Ordering

Choose whether to import the newest games first, oldest games first, or random selection. Perfect for creating different types of arcades.

Auto-Delete Removed Games

If a game is removed from iDev.Games (developer request, policy violation, etc.), it's automatically removed from your site too. No broken games!

Filter by Developer

Want to feature games from specific developers? Enter their iDev.Games username to only import their games. Perfect for showcasing your own games or partnering with specific creators.

Filter by Keywords

Enter comma-separated keywords to only import games in specific categories. Example: "puzzle, strategy" or "kids, educational" for themed arcades.

Category Management

Enable WordPress categories, disable them entirely, or create custom game categories. Games integrate seamlessly with your theme's category system.

Fullscreen Buttons

Automatically add fullscreen buttons below game embeds so players can enjoy games in fullscreen mode for the best experience.

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Compatible with all WordPress themes • No coding required • Free forever

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this really free?

Yes! 100% free with no hidden costs, no premium versions, and no limits. All 1,000+ games are included.

Do I need coding knowledge?

No coding required! Install like any WordPress plugin, configure settings through a simple admin panel, and you're done.

Will games work on mobile?

Yes! All games are HTML5 and fully responsive. They work perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.

Will this work with my theme?

Yes! Games are created as WordPress custom post types, which work with any properly-coded theme. They display just like blog posts.

How often are new games added?

iDev.Games receives new game submissions daily. Your plugin can automatically import new games once per day using WordPress's built-in scheduler.

Can I choose which games to import?

Yes! Filter by developer username, keywords, or categories. Or import everything for a massive arcade.

Where are the games hosted?

All games are hosted on iDev.Games servers. The plugin only imports embed codes and metadata - not the actual game files. This keeps your WordPress site fast and doesn't consume your server storage or bandwidth.

Where do the games come from?

All game embeds come from iDev.Games, a platform built for indie game developers to publish and monetize their HTML5 games. You're supporting real indie creators while they earn iDev tokens from plays.

What about game quality?

Games on iDev.Games are submitted by developers and reviewed before approval. You can also manually delete any game posts you don't want on your site.

Can I monetize my game arcade?

Absolutely! You have full control to add your own ads around game pages using any WordPress ad plugin (Google AdSense, Ad Inserter, etc.). More engaged visitors = more page views = more ad revenue. The game embeds themselves help indie developers earn iDev tokens - it's a win-win for everyone.

Why is iDev.Games ad-free but I can monetize?

We keep iDev.Games itself ad-free to maintain a pure gaming experience for our community. However, we understand webmasters want to monetize their traffic - that's perfectly fine! You're creating value by keeping visitors engaged, so you should be able to earn from that. Developers earn through iDev token rewards, you earn through your ads, and players get great games - everyone benefits.

Will this slow down my website?

No! The plugin is extremely lightweight because it only stores embed codes and game metadata in your WordPress database. The actual games are hosted and served by iDev.Games, so there's zero impact on your server resources, storage, or bandwidth.

What if I need help?

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